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Diploma of Creative Communications
- Winnipeg, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma for entry-level careers in advertising, Broadcasting, Journalism and public relations.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Creative Communications. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.
Career outcomes
- Journalist
- Copywriter
- Media strategist
- Marketing coordinator
- Online
- TV and radio content creator
- Public relations practitioner
- Advertising and marketing communicator
- Broadcaster
Curriculum
- Two years: Advertising and Marketing Communications
- Digital Media Design
- Journalism
- Media Production
- Professional Development
- Public Relations and Communication Management and Writer's Craft in year 1
- With sound and video production studio work
- And two three-week industry work placements in year 2 terms 3 and 4.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Grade 12 equivalent to Manitoba (international secondary school graduation)
- With programme-specific subjects (English
- Math
- Sciences)
- English test proof
- Some programmes add a portfolio
- Mature-student route for applicants aged 19 or older.
Accepted academic background
Grade 12 equivalent to Manitoba (international secondary school graduation), No minimum mark published, Programme-specific subjects, Some programmes add English/mathematics 40S, Portfolio or resume, Mature Student route for applicants aged 19+ without Grade 12.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT 86 (no component below 20
- Duolingo tests before 2026-01-20) or 4.5 (no component below 4.0
- PTE Academic tests from 2026-01-21)
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- English proficiency evidence
- Program-specific admission documents
- Financial evidence for the study permit
- Study permit documents after admission
- Interview or admissions assessment materials.
How to apply
- Visit the official website. Choose the program and apply early for the intended intake. Complete the online application and pay the international application fee. Submit academic records
- English proficiency evidence
- program-specific documents. Accept the offer and pay the non-refundable international tuition deposit within the stated period. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and provincial attestation documentation. Apply for the study permit and complete registration.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,940 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $160 CAD |
| Deposit | $5,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Exchange District Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Design and Creative Arts |
| Department | Department of Design and Creative Arts |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Red River College Polytechnic offers merit-based, Program-specific, Or institutional scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Award availability, Value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jan 2027
48 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $19,940 CAD per year. The application fee is $160 CAD. The deposit is $5,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 86 (no component below 20, Duolingo tests before 2026-01-20) or 4.5 (no component below 4.0, PTE Academic tests from 2026-01-21). An interview is required.