Program highlights
Work placement opportunity
Calgary Journal — contribute to our award-winning publication, distributed online
International opportunities — take part in an international field school or exchange program
Personal — if you enrol in MRU's journalism program, you will know and work closely with your professors
Work experience — graduate with work experience in your field
Read about our Community Podcast Initiative, an innovative audio storytelling hub
Tell multimedia stories that make a difference while holding powers to account. Learn how to produce and publish stories, ranging from investigative reports to sports, entertainment, science and human rights coverage. Blending theory and practice, you will gain new skills in reporting, interviewing, videography, photography, writing, editing, digital design, podcasting and online delivery. Through working in our award-winning newsroom environment and by mastering digital technologies, such as Adobe Creative Suite and DSLR and video cameras, you will graduate with the skills employers seek in media and communications fields.
Career possibilities
- Multimedia journalist
- News reporter and editor
- Social media specialist
- Communications manager
- Advocacy communicator
- Policy researcher
- Podcast producer
- Documentary maker
Admission requirements and costs
Curriculum and courses
Questions?
Information about program offerings, admission requirements and the application process can be answered by an admissions and recruitment specialist.
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Alumni testimonials
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MRU alumnus creates new journalism scholarship
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School of Communication Studies
Mount Royal is pleased to offer four Bachelor of Communication degrees, including majors in Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism and Digital Media and Public Relations.
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