We live in the age of information and communication. By studying how information is collected, produced and disseminated today, you will better understand communication processes in different contexts: social, cultural, political, organizational, economic and legal. In this program, you will notably develop critical thinking in order to evaluate the nature and impact of technologies in today’s society, in organizations and on our interpersonal relationships. You will have the opportunity to be exposed to the most recent developments in the field of communication (communication strategies, digital media, evolution of the media industry, advertising, crisis communication, negotiation, etc.). The courses touch on the two main areas of communication: media study and communication.
This program is offered in French and English.
NOTE: The University of Ottawa offers a partial tuition fee waiver scholarship to French-speaking international students. This significant contribution to financing their study project allows for a considerable reduction in tuition fees.
To benefit from the partial exemption scholarship, international students must:
- accept an offer of admission to a program of study offered in French;
- register full-time and take at least 3 courses (9 credits) per term in French.
OR
- accept an offer of admission to a program in English offering the French Immersion Program;
- meet the requirements of the Plan; And
- register full-time and take at least 3 courses (9 credits) per term in French.