$32,337 /Yr
Honours
On-campus
full_time
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Communication Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at McMaster University is a 4-year teaching program.
- It is an honours degree program offered on a full-time basis.
- Communication Studies at McMaster is an interdisciplinary program offered by the Faculty of Humanities.
- It is an academic discipline program that encompasses many fields of study.
- This program is offered by the University in two ways:
- Honours Communication Studies (BA)
- Combined Honours in Communication Studies and Another Subject (BA)
- In this program, students examine core issues and learn about communication theories, which will give them the tools to make sense of the tangled web of media, culture, and language, in a world.
- University also provides opportunities to take courses in different areas of communication studies such as cultural studies, performance studies, and mass communication.
- Students have to successfully complete 120 credits.
- Students will gain advanced knowledge of the nature, function, and evolution of communication, and will develop both practical and theoretical skills necessary to pursue careers in the field of communications.
- The Faculty of Humanities at McMaster is home to 120 full-time faculty members which are spread across the academic and research-focused units.
- Students entering the programs will able to meet by a diverse group of professionals with global experiences and practical local knowledge.
- Placements/Job opportunities after BA Communication Studies are Sound Engineer, Film Director, Public Relations Officer, etc.
- The average salary goes up to 31,575 USD after completing this program.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $32337 | $32337 | $32337 | $32337 |
| Total Fees | $32337 | $32337 | $32337 | $32337 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 86 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 60 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
Students should meet the following requirements to apply for the program:
- Students must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with acceptable standing.
- They should have completed Grade 12 U and/or M courses to meet the minimum set by the specific program.
- Students have 6 appropriate midterm/interim Grade 12 U and/or M grades.
- At least 3 final Grade 12 U and/or M grades plus enrollment in the appropriate additional 3 Grade 12 U and/or M courses.
- In some cases, Grade 11 marks may also be considered for admission.
Indian Student Eligibility
- Students must have 5 subjects of Class XII including all mandatory prerequisites for the selected program.
- The student's average is calculated on Grade XII Predicted grades.
- Students are eligible to apply if they have the following documents: Class X board results, Class XI transcript, and Class XII predicted grades.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.