Professional Communication - BA (Hons)
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 27,259 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2026
    Professional Communication - BA (Hons)

    About

    Is this degree for you?

    Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)’s Professional Communication degree program uncovers the art of crafting communication that promotes understanding and drives positive change. You'll prepare for a wide range of careers that demand strategic thinkers, persuasive communicators and creative problem-solvers.

     Experiential learning opportunities1: Co-op available

    Through coursework and active learning projects, you’ll apply analytical and storytelling skills to create digital content across platforms, advocate effectively and design impactful visuals. You'll also gain an immersive experience with the latest technologies through specialized workshops, an optional paid co-op1 and international collaborations — all designed to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market.

    Apply your communication expertise in the private, not-for-profit and public sectors, with grads working at the Government of Ontario, Corus Entertainment, ET Canada, Rogers Media and more.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Requirements

    This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.

    Academic requirements for full-time, 4-year program

    To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:

    • Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
    • Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
    • Completion of the following required Grade 12 U course with a minimum grade of 70%:
    • English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)

    An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.

    Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.

    English Program Requirements

    Undergraduate degree programs - minimum English proficiency requirements Requirements reflect overall scores. There are no minimum requirements for band scores (e.g. reading, writing, speaking, listening). Subject to change. Use as a guideline only.

    Duolingo English Test

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    120 Official results must be sent to us electronically by Duolingo.

    International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    6.5 Official results must be sent to us electronically by the test centre. Test takers must contact the test centre where they took the test to have results sent. We do not accept results sent by surface mail or provided by the applicant. IELTS One Skill Retake results and IELTS Online (Academic) are accepted by TMU. We will verify results using the IELTS Results Service.

    Pearson Test of English (PTE)

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    60 Official results must be sent to us electronically by Pearson.

    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    Tests taken before January 21, 2026: A minimum overall score of 92 iBT Tests taken on or after January 21, 2026: A minimum overall score of 4.5 iBT1

    Official results must be sent to us directly by ETS - TOEFL. TMU's institution code is 0886. We accept Internet-based TOEFL (iBT), including Home Edition. TOEFL MyBest Scores and TOEFL Essentials will not be used to meet our English language requirements.

    Career

    Career possibilities:

    • Account manager
    • Brand strategist
    • Communications director
    • Media planner
    • Social media specialist

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    27,259 / year
    Professional Communication - BA (Hons)
    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Canada

    Canada, Toronto