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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Mount Saint Vincent University Mount Saint Vincent University, Canada

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CAD 20000

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 80

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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86

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Communication Major is a multidisciplinary program which draws from a variety of approaches, theories, methods and other resources to analyze communication in social, political and cultural environments that are rapidly changing and increasingly complex.  This program is designed to meet the needs of students interested in an undergraduate degree in Communication, grounded in a foundation of communication and media theory, research and ethics.  Students who have an interest in media literacy, interpersonal, small group and organizational communication as well as the sociopolitical aspects of communication within today's society are well-suited for this program.

Program Objectives
Students enrolled in the COMM Major program (having selected Communication as their major) will complement core strengths in Communication with required courses from a number of related disciplines as well as elective courses.  Together, these elements work to provide students with an introduction to the dynamic context in which communication occurs

The objectives of this program are to:

  • Encourage students to develop a broad understanding of communication theory;
  • Contribute to the advancement of communication as both a field and a discipline;
  • Provide enhanced opportunities for students to study the contextual nature of communication in its various forms;
  • Develop within students an appreciation of the processes which define human communication;
  • Develop within students an appreciation for and awareness of ethical communication.
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, May 2024, Sep 2024, Jan 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 86 - With no score less than - 21
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 59 - With no score less than - 54

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma with a minimum 60% with no Subjects below  50%:
    • English (or Language) is Mandatory with 4 other subjects

6.5 IELTS Score
86 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

20000

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 80

Application Fee
(CAD)

11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
(CAD)

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Scholarships

Mount Saint Vincent University Scholarships - September 2025 Intake

Mount Saint Vincent University is pleased to offer approximately $3 million in scholarships and financial aid annually to deserving students.


Available Scholarships:


1. Presidential Scholarship

  • Full-ride scholarship
  • Guaranteed with 80%+ average


2. Leadership Award

  • Free residence room in first year
  • For students demonstrating exceptional leadership and involvement


3. In-Course Scholarships

  • Range: $2,800 - $32,000 over four years
  • Eligibility: 80% or higher average


Application Requirements:

  • Submit applications by March 15th
  • Maintain an average of 80% or higher


Eligibility Criteria: Available to students entering the September 2025 intake

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