Dip

Communications, Culture, and Journalism Studies (Kelowna Campus)

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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate diploma
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    16,960CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep

Program overview

What Okanagan College says about their program:

Learn the foundations of media and writing, and explore the functions of news and communications media, the history of journalism, and cultural policy and theory.

Communications explores how meaning is made in a range of contexts, including advertising, television, film, popular culture, and the internet. Learn how communication is fundamentally related to the development of self and society and examine how the messages of the contemporary world influence perception of such issues as gender, race, class, and community.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Applicants must be 18 years of age, or turn 18 during their first semester. Applicants who are 17 years of age may be admitted if they have completed British Columbia Grade 12 or equivalent, or if they wish to study for the summer session only
  • B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    6.5, Reading 6, Writing 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6

  • TOEFL

    79

  • PTE Academic

    58, Enabling Skills 55, Communicative Skills 55

  • Duolingo

    110

English proficiency waivers

  • Studies Completed in a Recognised English-speaking Country
  • UG/PG degree taught in English

English tests might not be required for students in countries where English is an official language. Please contact our advisors to get more information

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of your valid passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
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Fees and funding

Funding

Okanagan College President’s Entrance Scholarships

  • Amount

    CAD$5,000

  • Requirements

    For students entering full time studies in any university studies, degree or diploma program or any full-time certificate in Trades, Health or Continuing Studies. Students must be registered in a full 100% courseload.

Okanagan College Community Spirit Awards

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000

  • Requirements

    For students entering full time studies in any university studies, degree or diploma program or any full-time certificate in Trades, Health or Continuing Studies. Students must be registered in a minimum 80% courseload.

Okanagan College Board of Governors Entrance Awards

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000

  • Requirements

    For students entering full time studies in any university studies, degree or diploma program or any full-time certificate in Trades, Health or Continuing Studies. Students must be registered in a minimum 80% courseload.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$14,931 to CAD$33,813 per year

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