Diploma in Media & Communication in Canada
There are 3 diploma Media & Communication programmes for international students across 2 universities in Canada. Browse the full list below, compare entry requirements, and explore scholarships to fund your studies.
Advertising and Marketing Communications
Develop breakthrough advertising and marketing strategies for a digital world. This program will teach you to identify target audiences, create integrated media plans, and leverage digital tools to develop innovative campaigns. You'll learn to uncover consumer insights, build dynamic social media strategies, and master prompting techniques for Generative AI. The curriculum also covers calculating campaign costs, interpreting digital analytics, and understanding relevant laws and ethical considerations.
Advertising and Marketing Communications – Management
This three-year Ontario College Advanced Diploma program equips you with the skills to develop breakthrough advertising campaigns in a connected world. You will learn to identify target audiences, create integrated media plans, and leverage digital tools for social media strategies and content creation. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, enabling you to use industry-leading technology, including Generative AI and graphic design apps, to bring your ideas to life. You'll also learn to calculate campaign costs, interpret digital analytics, and understand legal and ethical considerations in advertising. Sheridan College's Advertising and Marketing Communications – Management program offers a unique work-integrated learning approach. In your final year, you'll complete a semester-long Capstone project where you'll create and pitch an integrated multimedia campaign to a real-world client, gaining invaluable practical experience. Following this, you can choose between a six-month Field Placement to intern at a company or an Onsite Agency Experience to work with multiple clients on campus. The program also provides opportunities for external networking through events with the Canadian Marketing Association, guest speakers, and career fairs, helping you connect with potential employers and industry professionals. You'll also benefit from Sheridan EDGE, an entrepreneurship hub that develops essential skills for communication professionals.
Broadcast and Online Journalism Diploma
The Broadcast and Online Journalism Diploma program at BCIT is a two-year, full-time program designed to equip you with the skills needed to become a versatile journalist and media professional. You will learn essential skills in interviewing, announcing, and news delivery, with a strong emphasis on multi-platform production. Students gain practical experience by producing a 30-minute news segment, creating multimedia content for BCIT News, and reporting for the student-run radio station. The program is ideal for curious and creative individuals who are passionate about current events and aspire to make a difference as multi-media storytellers. From the first day, you will engage in hands-on journalism work in news, sports, and current affairs, guided by experienced faculty and connected with industry professionals. The program's curriculum focuses on cutting-edge digital journalism and the effective use of social media for news reporting.
Cinema and Digital Media
The Cinema and Digital Media program at Cégep de Saint-Jérôme provides comprehensive training for students aspiring to careers in film and digital media production. This program covers essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to succeed in the evolving media landscape. Students will explore various aspects of cinema and digital content creation, preparing them for diverse roles in the industry.
Frequently asked questions
How many Media & Communication programmes are there in Canada?
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3 across 2 universities, listed on this page.
Can international students apply?
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Yes — these programmes admit international students; check each programme's entry requirements and language of instruction.