Journalism

University of Regina

Canada, Regina

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University of Regina

Canada , Regina

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

CAD 100

Campuses

University of Regina

Campion College

First Nations University of Canada

Luther College

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines30-Aug-2023

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 723 / credit

Next Intake 30-Aug-2023

Journalism

About

Bachelor's Degree Program

Journalism

Want to know the best reasons to earn your journalism degree from the University of Regina in Saskatchewan?

Only journalism program in Canada that offers paid 13-week internships
90 per cent of our journalism degree graduates land jobs in the field within a year of graduation
Key courses capped at 26 students to ensure personal attention needed to grow your talent and professionalism

Whether you want to work in print/online, television, radio, documentary, literary journalism, or investigative fields, this bachelor's degree in journalism teaches you to:

Do research and interviews
Communicate clearly
Think critically
Report accurately
Better understand public affairs
Identify and avoid misinformation and media bias
Use social media to handle the pressures of the 24/7 news cycle
Work inside studios with the same editing, camera and sound equipment used in media today
Build inclusive and respectful work-teams

Your journalism journey starts here. First, you complete university undergraduate and pre-journalism courses, which typically takes two years. Then, you apply to the School of Journalism. If accepted, you complete two years of intensive journalism classes and work with faculty-mentors who teach relevant courses such as:

Rights and Responsibilities of the Journalist
Photojournalism
Investigative Journalism
Advanced Radio, Documentary and Magazine Writing

What is Journalism?

If the idea of chasing down information, experts and facts sounds fun, then our bachelor's degree in journalism makes a good match for your interests and aspirations!

A long-standing profession, journalism changes constantly. It attracts smart, curious people.

In journalism courses, you learn to think critically and skeptically, as you investigate issues important to our communities.

Sometimes that means holding those in power accountable. Sometimes that means telling important stories that inspire. Sometimes that means providing details to keep people safe.

The importance of journalism keeps growing – and it goes beyond words and images. At the University of Regina, learn the value of clarity, accuracy and viewpoint diversity.

Journalism Program Concepts and Goals

The Bachelor of Journalism degree at the University of Regina prepares you to engage and inform Canadians and people across the globe.

Build skills

Cover daily or breaking news
Produce documentary-length broadcast pieces
Write long-form nonfiction magazine articles
Develop photojournalism and visual storytelling techniques
Do in-depth investigative reporting
Build strong newsroom teams
Identify bias and propaganda techniques.

Tackle issues

How to discuss and debate ethics
What research methods meet professional standards, including the rights and responsibilities of using first-person sources and materials
How issues of race, class and gender intersect with journalistic responsibility

Get jobs

Complete your Bachelor of Journalism degree and compete for a variety of jobs in journalism.

The U of R journalism program produces talented and qualified general assignment reporters with professionalism and the required analytical training and technical skills to hit the ground running.

Disciplines

Faculty of Arts

School of Journalism

Requirements

Entry Requirements

General Secondary Education Certificate, 65% average required. All programs competitive entry

Career

What Can You Do With a Journalism Degree?

More than 90 per cent of our journalism degree graduates land jobs in the field within a year of graduation.

Graduates of the U of R School of Journalism with a bachelor's degree in journalism pursue a variety of journalism jobs such as these.

Many have gone on to become newsroom leaders.

To explore minors that may be available in this program area, please visit the Academic Calendar or meet with your faculty advisor in the Academic Advising Office after you are admitted.

Staff writer / reporter for print, online, radio or television media outlets
Staff or freelance feature reporter / writer for news organizations, magazines or top online outlets
Multimedia specialist for news outlets or other organizations
Social media manager for news outlets or other organizations
Photojournalist
Investigative journalist
Documentary maker
Media relations specialist

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 723

Application Fee

CAD 100

How to Apply

1: Submit Application Form

Submit your application for admission or re-admission/faculty transfer online, or send in a paper application form (see below). Your application form includes what program you are applying to, your educational background, and your important contact information.

For details on how to choose the correct Application Type in the online form, make sure to review the Application Guide based on your educational background and program or faculty of interest at the U of R!

If you are applying to Nursing (SCBScN), access your application form and additional instructions at sasknursingdegree.ca.

2: Pay Application Fee

There is a $100 (CAD) application fee required. You can pay your application fee by credit card when submitting your application form online.

To arrange alternative payment methods, please contact your Admissions Office.

3: Submit Required Documents

Every application type has specific documents that must be submitted in support of the application. Depending on your application, this could include: