Communication Mount Saint Vincent University

Overview

The Communication programme at Mount Saint Vincent University is a multidisciplinary degree designed to analyze the complexities of modern social, political, and cultural environments. Students engage with a comprehensive curriculum that balances theoretical foundations in media with practical applications in research and ethics. This degree is ideal for those interested in media literacy, interpersonal dynamics, and the sociopolitical impact of communication in contemporary society.

Why Communication at Mount Saint Vincent University?

Mount Saint Vincent University provides a unique learning environment where students complement core communication strengths with insights from related disciplines. The programme encourages the advancement of the field through an appreciation of human interaction processes and ethical standards. Students benefit from a curriculum that highlights the contextual nature of communication in its various forms, preparing them for a rapidly changing global landscape.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 21557 per year
• National fee: CAD 9106 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to provide a deep understanding of both human and technologically mediated communication. Modules may include:

• Communication Technology
• Communication: Theory and Practice
• Relational Communication
• Public Speaking
• Mass Media and Public Opinion
• Communication Research Methods
• Ethics in Public Communication
• Communication Design
• Organizational Communication

Careers with Communication

Graduates of the programme develop a versatile toolkit of technical and analytical skills suitable for diverse professional paths. Many students choose to pursue further education in graduate or professional schools, while others enter the workforce in various sectors.