Overview

Language, media, culture, technology. Communicate clearly to move solutions forward in business and society.

You want to understand art of persuasion through writing, public relations, journalism and digital communications. You'll study all of this within a larger framework of media and cultural studies, sustainability, Indigenous contexts and globalization.

As a graduate of Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication programme from Royal Roads University , you'll have an education that balances classroom learning, professional experience, creativity and practical skills.

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Customize your studies with a perspective-shifting international experience.

You can choose to study abroad for a semester at one of our partner universities in Sweden or Spain. Learn more about studying abroad.

This program is a good fit for students interested in a career in public relations, advertising, marketing and journalism, as well as corporate, technical and online communication.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Challenge-based Learning

Theories of Interdisciplinarity

Leading Self and Others

Statistics for Social Science

Human Geography

History of Human Rights

Ecological Economics

Lecturers

Aiden Buckland

Barb Collombin

Bev McPhee

Chaseten Remillard

David Black

Deniz Ünsal

Diane Dakers

Dwayne Beaver

G. Kristina Sviderskyte

Gareth Kirkby

Geo Takach

Gordon White

Holly Baines

Jaigris Hodson

Kate Hildebrandt

Laura Sarino

Maggi Feehan

matthew heinz

Olaolu Adeleye

Robert Remington

Sheridan McVean

Susan Tinker

Tasha Diamant

Tom Workman

Tyler Nagel
Virginia McKendry

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-14 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-23 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-13 00:00:00
Starting 2028-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2028-06-11 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Victoria, Canada

Disciplines

Corporate Communication Media Management Media Studies & Mass Media View 23 other Bachelors in Media Management in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a diploma, or 60 credits, in communication, journalism, business administration, or general arts, including a minimum of 24 second-year credits, with a minimum GPA of 'B' (3.00/4.33) from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Block transfer agreements: Communication

Applicants who do not meet the standard admission requirements will be considered for flexible admission and assessed as follows:

Normally, a minimum of five years of relevant work experience in the areas of communication, public relations, journalism or other related fields.

Evidence of having sufficient knowledge, skills and abilities to complete a demanding academic course of study.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Royal Roads University and/or in Canada, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

52618 CAD / year

≈ 52618 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

19677 CAD / year

≈ 19677 CAD / year

Living costs

Victoria

Canada

1490 - 2092 CAD / month

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

Funding

Financial Aid & Awards

Your education is an investment in your career and life.

Explore financial resources available to you as a student at Royal Roads University:

loans
bursaries, scholarships and other awards
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other funding
emergency funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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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

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Victoria

Funding

Financial Aid & Awards

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