Niagara College Canada

Journalism - Print

Program Code (0114)
Ontario College Diploma
Two Years
Welland Campus
Start date: September or January

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Career Opportunities

This fast-paced, exciting program will appeal to students with inquisitive natures, an interest in public affairs and a flair for language and visual design.

Graduates find employment in:

• Daily and community newspapers
• Trade journals
• News departments of radio and television stations
• Public relations agencies
• Communications departments

The Niagara College Difference

• Students receive up to 320 hours of hands-on experience
• Students practice writing, editing and layout through field placements and production of Niagara News for print and online
• Students can explore career options in digital pagination, digital photography, journalism, public relations and web design
• Program Outline responds to evolving industry needs
• Graduates who actively seek employment and are willing to relocate anywhere in Canada enjoy excellent job prospects
• Enhance credentials with a Public Relations graduate certificate
• Program has won accolades from news industry associations repeatedly

Testimonials and Profiles

“This program is exciting, fast-paced and full of opportunity. Your skills will follow you wherever you go; and with a Journalism–Print diploma in hand, you will definitely have the world at your fingertips.”

Ashley Campbell,
Journalism–Print graduate

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2009-10 (OSS):

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2010-11 (OSS):

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older as of the first day of classes, with no OSSD or equivalent (Mature Student) including the following required courses:
• English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent.

Recommended Courses and/or Recommended Skills (Not Required for Admission):

• Communications Technology – Grade 11 or Grade 12 (M).
• Media Arts – Grade 11 or Grade 12 (O).
• Visual Arts – Grade 11 or Grade 12 (M) or (O).

Selection & Ranking Process:

• For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the most senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
• Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

• Mature Student applicants, or applicants who have an OSSD that includes Workplace (E) level learning, may be considered for admission after meeting with a staff member to review academic needs, interests and possible career directions. Academic testing and/or upgrading may be required.
• Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Program Requirements:

• Transportation:
  Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete field placement requirements. Niagara cannot guarantee placements that are readily accessible by public transportation. Students are responsible for all costs connected with such transportation.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

• View Degree Opportunities for this Program
• View Degree Opportunities by Institution
• View Degree Opportunities by Subject

For a complete listing of articulation agreements, please consult the Niagara College Transfer Guide.

Program Related Inquiries

Contact Information

Email: registrar@niagaracollege.ca
Niagara College Admissions Office: 905-735-2211, ext 7619

Apply now for this program online at www.OntarioColleges.ca

Information Last Modified:
Thu, November 20, 2008 at 02:04:05 PM ET

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