Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Communication Studies (MA)

Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Arts
Degree:Master; Co-op
Field of Study:Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Length:16 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $5,246

Please visit the Laurier website for more information on tuition and fees.

Description:

Our Master of Arts (MA) in Communication Studies program seeks students with open minds to explore new approaches to media, communication and culture in a challenging, rewarding and supportive environment.

Exploring the interplay of power and communication, our program provides advanced training in core theories and methodologies in communication studies and critically engages contemporary research themes in the discipline.

Prerequisites:

Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
Applicants are required to have a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (honours) degree or equivalent, and a minimum B+ in your undergraduate major program of study and a B+ overall for your last two years of study. Applications are reviewed by the graduate program committee, which considers all prior university grades, a statement of research interests, a writing sample and letters of reference.

Applicants indicate their interest in being considered for co-op when they apply to the MA program. Admission to the co-op option is not guaranteed by admission to the MA program in Communication Studies. Laurier’s Co-op Office conducts interviews with shortlisted applicants and makes co-op option admission decisions.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 16, 2024