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Bachelor of Communication Studies

Edmonton, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.

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

Develop subject knowledge in Communication Studies and apply discipline-appropriate methods
Assess relevant evidence
And communicate informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

Management consultant
Marketing project manager
Client service associate
Social and digital media
Public relations
Advertising
Human resources
Writing
Fundraising
Sales

Curriculum

Courses in communication theory and research
Public speaking
Interpersonal and group interaction
Intercultural communication
Persuasion theory
Rhetoric and public discourse
Public relations
Argumentation and debate
Freedom of expression and global media.

Entry requirements

Academic

Regular category: Alberta Grade 12 or equivalent with English (ELA 30-1) and four Group A-D subjects
65% overall average and no course below 50%
Or previous post-secondary study with AGPA 2.0 on 4.0. Competitive programmes need higher averages. Mature admission is Canadian applicants only.
65% overall average with no course grade below 50% in ELA 30-1 and four Group A-D Grade 12 subjects (regular category)
Competitive programmes (for example Science
Commerce co-op
Music
Fine Arts
Design
Nursing) need higher averages or extra criteria.

Accepted academic background

Alberta Grade 12 or equivalent high school diploma with the required subjects (internationally educated applicants are assessed on equivalent subjects), Or 24+ university-level credits with AGPA 2.0 on 4.0 (previous post-secondary category), Mature admission is Canadian applicants only, Some programmes add portfolios, Auditions, References or security checks.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5)
TOEFL iBT 86 (min 21 per section
Duolingo tests taken before 2026-01-21) or 4.5 overall and per section on the new TOEFL scale (tests taken from 2026-01-21)
PTE Academic Duolingo 115
Cambridge PTE Academic 59 (no band below 56)

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results (if applicable).

How to apply

Check the programme requirements and deadline (Fall May 1
Winter October 1. Some programmes March 30). Choose programmes and consult an international recruiter if needed. Apply online through ApplyAlberta (110 CAD application fee). Upload transcripts
English test results and required documents. Accept the offer and pay the 1
000 CAD international confirmation deposit
Applied to tuition. Provide the Provincial Attestation Letter MacEwan requests with the offer
Then apply for a study permit with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$28,230 CAD
Application fee	$110 CAD
Deposit	$1,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	City Centre Campus
Faculty or school	Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications
Department	Communication Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Oct 2027
321 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.