121 Best Media & Communication Programs in Canada

Across Canada, 45 universities offer 121 Media & Communication programs — most run 4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Toronto, University of Toronto, Mississauga and University of Toronto, Scarborough.

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Media & Communication

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How these courses are ranked

12 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto) to #547 (University of Windsor); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Toronto is cited most (59,684,471 citations). 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 77 bachelor's, 20 diploma, 7 foundation and 1 master's. Within the subject, the largest areas are Media & Communication (108), Media Studies (5), Journalism (3) and Digital Media (2). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 98% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (98% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (88% of courses with a stated intake). University of the Fraser Valley offers the widest choice, with 8 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Media & Communication in Canada?

University of Toronto (QS World #29), University of Toronto, Mississauga (QS World #29) and University of Toronto, Scarborough (QS World #29) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Media & Communication in Canada?

Of those with published fees, University of Waterloo is the least expensive at about USD 42,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Media & Communication course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Media & Communication courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 98% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Media & Communication online with a university in Canada?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Media & Communication courses in Canada?

University of the Fraser Valley, with 8, ahead of Mount Royal University (8).

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