Overview

The Global Media and Communication programme at Carleton University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how media technologies act as engines of globalisation. This degree examines the rapidly changing social, political, and economic environments that define our contemporary world. By studying both historical and contemporary contexts, students learn how information exchange transforms relations between global communities.

Why Global Media and Communication at Carleton University?

This programme is part of the Bachelor of Global and International Studies (BGInS), which offers a unique multidisciplinary approach to education. Students benefit from a mandatory international experience requirement, which can be fulfilled through study abroad exchanges, international internships, or global group projects. Additionally, the university provides a second-language requirement, allowing students to gain proficiency in languages such as French, Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic. A dedicated co-op option is also available to help students gain professional workplace experience before graduation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 42133 per year
National fee: CAD 10609 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Global History
Global Media and Communication
Globalization, Culture, and Media Flows
Digital Media and Networked Communication
Political Communication and Global Public Discourse
Media Industries and International Regulation
Critical Media Theory and Analysis

Careers with Global Media and Communication

Graduates are equipped with critical skills suitable for a wide range of professional roles in international settings. The programme prepares students for work as communicators, researchers, and advocates within various sectors. Graduates often find success in industries ranging from international relations and journalism to public policy and global business.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global History

International Law and Politics

Ethnography, Globalization and Culture

Global Development

International Experience Requirement Preparation

Ethics and Globalization

Globalization and International Economic Issues

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

20 alternative credits

General Degree: 15 Credits.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

Communication Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 81 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will need a secondary school or high school graduation certificate. Education should normally consist of a minimum of 12 years of study.

You will need to present transcripts from your senior high school along with your graduation diploma or certificate, and any graduation exam results.

Required Courses

SL or HL English

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

42133 CAD / year

≈ 42133 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10609 CAD / year

≈ 10609 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario Tuition Fee: 8,853 CAD per year

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 CAD / month

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