Program type
Course-based
Communication Studies (GrDip)
Primary campus
Loyola (LOY)
Duration
1 year
Credits
30 credits
Start term
Fall
Program overview
The Graduate Diploma in Communication Studies provides students with an intensive introduction to the field of communication. This one-year program will give you a deeper understanding of modern media and hands-on experience in video, intermedia and sound production. Our dedicated faculty will guide you through the key research areas in the field, with elective courses such as documentary studies, feminist media studies, new media and ethics and popular culture. You will study the creative and technical aspects of moving images and new digital technologies through a series of interactive production courses. Our facilities include state-of-the-art film and video editing suites, intermedia labs, and sound recording studios. Join a diverse body of young scholars and professionals working to expand their personal qualifications in media production and theory. The city of Montreal also provides numerous opportunities for students interested in taking the internship option during the course.
Admission requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with high standing from a recognized institution in a field other than communication.
- Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the Graduate Admission page for further information on the Language Proficiency requirements and exemptions.
Other programs of interest
Media Studies (MA)
- Thesis
- Course-based
Join an active research culture and pursue your own interest on media topics to deepen your command of contemporary media culture, history and theory.
Department
Department of Communication Studies
Faculty