Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Full Time | Variable | $20550 per year for 12-18 credits; $315 per credit for over 18 credits | Contact provider |
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Course summary
This program provides students with a broad-based education anchored in a strong liberal arts core of courses. First, the program provides students with quality foundational skills in written, spoken and interpersonal communication. Second, the program grounds students in theories and principles of communication. Third, this base leads students to an integrated study of the intercultural, ethical and practical communication factors students face in the contemporary world. And fourth, students are further enriched by participation in internships and cooperative education experiences in various specialized areas of employment. These experiences give students opportunities to apply theories and practices learned in the classroom.
Program modules
The modules include COM 100 Introduction to Communication, COM 202 Writing for Media, COM 232 Public Speaking, COM 302 Intercultural Communication, COM 400 Theories in Communication, COM 401 Legal Issues in Communication, COM 405 Senior Seminar, COM 397/497 Internship, COM 210 Introduction to Mass Communication, COM 215 Introduction to Public Relations, COM 315 Public Relations Writing and Practice, COM 333 Computer Applications for Communication, Electives, with at least six credits at the 300 - 400 level, which may include: ART 201 Design, ENG 432 Rhetorical Theory and Application, MKT 201 Principles of Marketing, MGT 213 Principles of Management, COM Elective writing course (300 level or above), ENG Elective writing course.
Entry requirement for international students
Students to be considered for admission must first demonstrate proficiency in English by taking the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A minimum score of a 193 on the computer-based exam or a 525 on the paper-based exam is required. In addition to the required TOEFL score, students must also possess a strong academic record to be considered for admission to the University.
Marian University accepts IELTS*
* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.
Qualification
Bachelor degree
Awarding body
Marian University
Department name
School of Arts, Humanities and Letters
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