Ontario College Diploma in Journalism
Students looking for a career in film, journalism and social media storytelling will have the distinction of learning at the MediaPlex located in downtown Windsor. Just steps from the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts, it is the only one of its kind in Canada and is equipped with state-of-the-art technology to support multi-platform storytelling and production, which means you will learn to write and file stories for all media - film, television, radio, print and online.
The curriculum provides students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills making them highly marketable across multiple career paths.
Students will produce "on-deadline" content for a variety of media productions. They will be expected to adapt their storytelling for multiple media deliveries and to enhance their stories with photography, audio or video. Much of the course work is hands-on and as such, students must be strong self-starters and motivated to create content for film, print, social media, radio and television broadcasting and the web.
Successful applicants will have a very strong interest in creative storytelling and media strategies. They will engage in a wide range of activities such as filmmaking, drone video and photography, podcasting, social media content creation, news and documentary formats. They must have above-average writing skills and the ability to meet deadlines while working under pressure.
Students considering this program should have a sense of creativity and curiosity.
Campus Information
Windsor
Windsor main campus is home to over 6,000 students studying in over 90 programs in the areas of Health Sciences, Community Studies, Engineering Technology & Skilled Trades, and Business and I.T. Thanks to the on-campus 204 – 2 bedroom suite residence, students will find that living in residence adds considerably to their college experience.
Downtown
Downtown Campus and include the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts, which is home to the School of Media, Art & Design. It offers students the best view in Southern Ontario - a spectacular riverfront landscape with an unobstructed view of the Detroit skyline, walking paths along the river, sculpture gardens and more.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Graduates will find opportunities in multiple fields such as radio, television, print, film and documentary making, content creation, marketing, digital channel entrepreneurship, video production and editing, photography, graphic design, social media and brand management. They will also be qualified for work in commercial communications such as real estate - writing, drone video and photography. The multi-platform skills gained in this program contribute to successful employment in more than 50 job markets.
PSW Opportunity
Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.
Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.
Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.
Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.
Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.
Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For Diploma, Degree and Graduate Certificate Programs
At St. Clair College all courses are taught in English and to be successful in a program, your English communication, listening, comprehension, reading and writing skills must be at a level to meet the demands of your program.
General diploma programs admission requirement for international students are as follows:
Canada & USA: High school diploma and transcript, or equivalent.
British education system: General Certificate of Education showing passes in six (6) academic subjects (including English) at the Ordinary level.
Caribbean countries (English): High school diploma and transcript, or equivalent.
Philippines: High school diploma (Grade 12) and transcript, or equivalent, or High School diploma (Grade 10) and a minimum of one year Post-Secondary education and Transcript.
West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, etc.): WAEC (or NECO) transcript with online verifying scratch card number and PIN required.
Test
Diploma/Certificate Programs
Collaborative Nursing Programs
Pharmacy Technician Program
St. Clair Degree Programs
St Clair College EAP Program
Most Programs will accept completion of levels 7 & 8 with min 70%
N/A
N/A
N/A
TOEFL
Internet-based
Overall 83 with Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking minimums of 20
Overall 91 with Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking minimums of 22
Overall 91 with Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking minimums of 22
Overall 91 with Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking minimums of 22
IELTS General*
Overall band of 6.0
No single test score below 6.0
Overall band of 6.5
No single test score below 6.0
Overall band of 6.5
No single test score below 6.0
Overall band of 6.5
No single test score below 6.0
IELTS Academic*
Overall band of 6.0
Overall band of 6.5
No single test score below 6.0
Overall band of 6.5
No single test score below 6.0
Overall band of 6.5
No single test score below 6.0
*IELTS One Skill Retake results are accepted by St. Clair College
PTE
Minimum score 60
N/A
Please contact Admissions for details
Minimum Score 70
MELAB
Minimum Score 75
Minimum Score 85
Minimum Score 81
Minimum Score 85
CAEL
Minimum Score 60
Minimum Score 70
Please contact Admissions for details
Minimum score 70
Duolingo
Minimum Score 110
Minimum Score 120
N/A
Minimum Score 120
Cambridge
Minimum Score 169
B2
N/A
N/A
Minimum Score 176
B2
- Course Code: B894
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
30144 CAD
Average Cost of Living: 22895 CAD /year
Application Fee: 125 CAD
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