Program Overview

Journalism (BA)

The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the field of journalism. The program is offered by the Faculty of Arts and Science at Concordia University.

Program Overview

The program prepares students for the future of news, enabling them to become first-rate journalists and future decision-makers. Students learn a range of current production skills, cover the same events as working journalists, and participate in internships that provide valuable newsroom experience. The program balances practical skills with theory and analysis, and students benefit from small class sizes and state-of-the-art facilities that replicate modern newsrooms.

Program Structure

A Bachelor of Arts degree takes a minimum of three to four years (90 120 credits) of full-time study, depending on the student's academic background. The program offers a Major in Journalism (45 credits), which requires students to demonstrate a working knowledge of French. This can be demonstrated through a test of oral proficiency or by passing a specific course.

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria for the program include:

• Quebec CEGEP: 22
• High School: B-
• International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 27
• International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): 4.5/7
• Baccalauréat français: 12
• British system of education (GCE): At least two A-level exams with equivalent results
• University Transfers (internal/external): B-

Additional Requirements

Additional requirements for admission include the submission of a Journalism Dossier.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the program are:

• Fall entry: March 1 (U.S. and international applicants must apply by February 1)
• Winter entry: Admission to this program is available for the Fall Term only.

After Graduation

After graduation, students join the ranks of successful alumni who inform and entertain hundreds of thousands of readers, listeners, and viewers every day. The program prepares students for a variety of career paths, including:

• Print, broadcast, or web-based media
• Law
• Diplomacy
• Public relations and corporate communications
• Advertising

Program Highlights

The program highlights include:

• State-of-the-art media technology, digital and broadcast labs, and studio facilities
• Several awards and scholarships available to journalism students
• Special funding for out-of-province students (up to $4000 for undergraduate programs)

Courses

The complete list of courses is available in the Undergraduate Calendar.

Co-op Program and Internship Opportunities

The program offers internship opportunities for credit, as well as paid internships in journalism and related fields. Students can undertake a practicum at a recognized media outlet under the supervision of a senior journalist.