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Contemporary Journalism

Tuition fee CA$25,588 per program

The fee is for the 2022–2023 academic year and includes tuition (CA$23,540), health insurance and ancillary charges.

The fees displayed are estimates for three semesters and are subject to change.

Registration fee CA$400 one-time

The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).

Accommodation fee CA$1,800 per month

The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.

  • Including the cost of food, rent, transportation and other living expenses (varies depending on your living preferences).
  • Estimated living expenses are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change.

More information

centennialcollege.ca/..emporary-journalism 

Overview

How news is reported and shared is rapidly evolving and this program explores new journalism tools, trends and directions while emphasizing sourced, credible and verifiable storytelling. In an interactive environment, you’ll learn about news reporting, writing, editing and visual storytelling as well as social media, mobile and emerging technologies (think virtual reality), multimedia storytelling and data journalism. Contemporary Journalism will highlight the use of mobile devices to source, produce and share credible multimedia journalism.

The program will culminate with entrepreneurial and professional practice elements, including a seven-week field placement where you’ll have the opportunity to demonstrate and refine your skills in today’s media environment.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the program will find employment in media companies, including those practicing journalism and those, such as content agencies, that require the skills of a journalist to tell stories. Graduates will also find roles in communications and public relations fields and will be equipped with the skills required to be independent and entrepreneurial contractors and freelancers.

Career Outlook

  • Multimedia journalist
  • Reporter
  • Writer
  • Story Producer
  • Digital Content Specialist
  • Content Marketer
  • Communications professional
Apply Now! September 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Sep 3, 2024

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States

Apply Now! September 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Sep 3, 2024

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States