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
Course Based:Yes
Length:12 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $5,246

Please visit the Laurier website for more information on tuition and fees.
All costs are estimates and subject to change.

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:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*77 to 100
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 83] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 59] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70]
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.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* 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 September 12, 2024