Overview

The School of Journalism and Communication from Carleton University provides two points of entry into the MJ program – Year One or Year Two.

Year One Entry

Most applicants will be admitted to Year One of the two-year program. The first year provides intensive foundational training in print, broadcast and online journalism, alongside courses on journalism law, journalism theory, professional practices and reporting methods. In the second year, students combine media- and/or subject-specific workshop courses with electives and specialized seminars designed to complement their capstone Master’s Research Project.

Year Two Entry

The second point of entry is for students with prior journalistic experience or credentials who will be admitted directly into Year Two. They will normally pursue the Journalism Studies completion option, or a path of coursework selected in consultation with the Supervisor of Graduate Studies, which will include a thesis or master’s research project, as appropriate.

Career Opportunities

Alumni are working in news media and allied occupations around the world. They are reporters, editors, producers, columnists, international correspondents and documentary makers. They work for digital publications, broadcast networks, newspapers, magazines, independent production companies, and social media platforms. They are information entrepreneurs and communication strategists, navigating the volatile and changing media environment for a range of agencies and companies. Many have gone on to teaching careers in journalism and new media programs at universities and colleges.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Journalism and Society

Advanced Journalism: Multimedia

Advanced Journalism: Audio

Advanced Journalism: Video

Reporting

Broadcast Journalism Laboratory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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86

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Credits

8 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

Journalism View 10 other Masters in Journalism in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

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86

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Other requirements

General requirements

Year One Applicants: A four-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with a B+ or better in the honours subject and B- or better overall.

Year Two Applicants: Have one of the following: A BJ (Honours) or equivalent; a degree in another discipline from a recognized university plus at least five years of professional journalism experience; or substantial professional journalism experience of a high standard.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24427 CAD / year

≈ 24427 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10143 CAD / year

≈ 10143 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario Tuition Fee: 8385 CAD per year

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 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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Scholarships Information

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