Diploma in Creative Communications

Red River College Polytechnic

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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Offered by Red River College Polytechnic in Winnipeg, Canada, Diploma in Creative Communications is a diploma in Communication Studies programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 19,940 per year (CAD 6,968 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Communication Studies
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 6,968 / year
International tuition: CAD 19,940 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: catalogue.rrc.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Creative Communications is a two-year diploma program preparing students for careers in advertising and marketing communications, broadcasting, media production, journalism, public relations, and communications management. The curriculum covers digital media design, visual storytelling, creative writing, social media strategy, and data analytics, with practical work in media production studios and sound recording and editing suites. Students choose a specialization from four streams: Advertising & Marketing Communications, Journalism, Media Production, or Public Relations & Communication Management. The program includes two three-week industry placements that give students hands-on experience in their chosen field. It is delivered full-time and on campus at the Exchange District Campus in Winnipeg, with a laptop-delivery model requiring students to supply their own computer. Entry is competitive, based on an entrance test and interview alongside academic standing. Graduates are prepared for roles across the communications, media, and marketing industries in agency, corporate, and non-profit settings.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must have graduated from or be enrolled in Grade 12 (Grade 12 English 40S is recommended). Applicants meet the English language requirement by completing three years of full-time high school education in Canada, the United States, or an ELR-exempt country where English was the language of instruction, or by submitting an approved English language assessment. The program is competitive: applicants must complete a specified entrance test, and test performance is evaluated alongside an interview to rank candidates. Mature applicants aged 19 or older who have been out of high school for at least one year may qualify by completing or enrolling in Grade 12 English (40S) and meeting the English language and entrance test requirements. The annual application deadline is January 1, and documentation must be submitted within 15 days of applying.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Red River College Polytechnic

Type: College
Founded: 1938
Programs: 121
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Creative Communications award?

Red River College Polytechnic awards a Diploma in the field of Communication Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Creative Communications take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Diploma in Creative Communications cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 19,940 per year (CAD 6,968 per year for local students).

Can Diploma in Creative Communications be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Red River College Polytechnic.

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