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Broadcast and Online Journalism - Diploma
Broadcast and Online Journalism - Diploma

Broadcast and Online Journalism - Diploma

  • ID:BCIT10058
  • Level:Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma
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Fees (CAD)

Estimated Total/program:
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100
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20
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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

English requirements

  • IELTS

    • If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 7

    • If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 6.5

    • If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 6.0

  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)

    • If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 65

    • If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 60

    • If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 52

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

    • If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 90

    • If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 86

    • If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 82

Course Information

You are curious and creative. You know what’s going on in the world and you want to make a difference as a multi-media storyteller. Join BCIT’s Broadcast and Online Journalism program to take the first steps in your new career. Our reputation in industry means that more than 90% of our graduates are employed. From day one you’ll be working as a hands-on journalist in news, sports and current affairs. Students will be mentored by experienced faculty and connect with professionals in the field. Our emphasis on multi-platform production puts this program on the cutting edge of journalism schools across the country.

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Program matrix

Level 1 (15 weeks)

  • BCST 1108, Video Journalism

  • BCST 1115, Introduction to Video Editing 1

  • BCST 1130, Introduction to News Reporting

  • BCST 1131, Introduction to Announcing

  • BCST 1132, Introduction to Radio

  • BCST 1134, News Writing 1

  • BCST 1139, Visual Fundamentals for Journalists

  • BCST 2215, Web Design for Journalists

  • COMM 1112, Media Relations Skills for Journalists

Level 2 (16 weeks plus 4 week practicum)

  • BCST 1331, Media Law

  • BCST 2230, News Reporting

  • BCST 2232, Radio and Online News 1

  • BCST 2233, Television News 1

  • BCST 2234, Documentary Production 1

  • BCST 2235, Journalism Practicum 1

  • BCST 2236, Broadcast Announcing

  • BCST 2238, News Writing 2

  • BCST 2240, Digital Journalism

Level 3 (15 weeks)

  • BCST 3332, Radio and Online News 2

  • BCST 3333, Television News 2

  • BCST 3340, Advanced Journalism

  • BCST 3700, Digital News 1

  • BCST 3800, Media Entrepreneur or Manager Fundamentals

Level 4 (16 weeks plus 4 week practicum)

  • BCST 4430, Documentary Production 2

  • BCST 4432, Radio and Online News 3

  • BCST 4433, Television News 3

  • BCST 4434, Digital News 2

  • BCST 4435, Journalism Practicum 2

Total Credits:, 111.0

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

With the practical career skills you’ll develop through this program, you’ll be prepared to begin an exciting career in a wide range of journalism positions, both online and in traditional print, TV, and radio.
Some career opportunities in journalism include:

  • Video Journalist

  • Field Reporter

  • Sportscaster

  • Sports Play by Play

  • Writer/Editor

  • Researcher

  • Media Relations

  • News Anchor/On-Air Host

  • Video/Digital Producer

  • Associate Producer

  • Feature Editor/Reporter

  • Online Writer/Editor

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

Insurance/year: 700 CAD

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