Overview

A bachelor degree in Communication at Cape Breton University offers the only communication major in the Maritimes.

Key facts

Clear and creative communication is critically important for safe, stable communities and workplaces.

The theories and skills learned in our program are essential for successful careers, healthy relationships and the development of a deep understanding of communication and its functions in society.

Through the on-campus and distance courses, communication students explore various areas of interpersonal and public communication, media studies and cultural studies.

These dynamic and energetic environments allow students to develop the skills and knowledge base needed to critically examine and understand communication in all aspects of society.

What skills will I gain from this program?

Critical thinking and reflection skills

Conflict management / resolution

Effective public speaking skills

Effective interpersonal communication skills

Media literacy and analytic approaches to media messages

Leadership, team building and collaborative working skills

Ability to apply communication theory in wide-ranging contexts

Possible Career Paths

Public relations/corporate communication

Social work

Human resources

Community leadership

Teaching

Multimedia industries

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional Presentations

Nonverbal Communication

Performing Culture

Rhetoric in Popular Culture

History Goes to the Movies

Media Ethics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Canada

Disciplines

Communication Studies 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

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

English 12 (academic or advanced)

4 additional grade 12 academic or advanced level courses
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

68124 CAD / year

≈ 68124 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

27675 CAD / year

≈ 27675 CAD / year

Additional Details

Other province students: $30,990.60

Living costs

Sydney

Canada

1080 - 1710 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Key facts

What skills will I gain from this program?

Possible Career Paths

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Sydney

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