Journalism
Inform and hold power accountable - a mission-driven career in a changing media landscape.
Journalism programs combine reporting skills, media ethics, and digital production techniques. TMU and Carleton are Canada's most respected journalism schools. Students work on live publication from early in the program - you are producing real journalism from first year.
Admission Average
high 70s to high 80s - portfolio component often required (Tier 3 (<85%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- Portfolio of writing (valued at most programs)
Skills You'll Build
- Reporting & Interviewing
- Fact-Checking & Ethics
- Data Journalism
- Multimedia Production
- Deadline Discipline
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: No
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- Toronto Metropolitan University – Toronto, ON
- Carleton University – Ottawa, ON
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- Concordia University – Montreal, QC
- Western University – London, ON
Careers This Major Leads To
- Journalist – Entry $45,000