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BA/BS in Communications

Trent University

Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

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BA/BS in Communications at Trent University in Peterborough, Canada is a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 35,632 per year (CAD 8,363 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Communication Studies
Local tuition: CAD 8,363 / year
International tuition: CAD 35,632 / 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: calendar.trentu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Communications at Trent University is a Bachelor of Arts (General) program offered at Trent University Durham GTA, preparing students for careers in fields such as public and media relations, business communication, social media strategy, project management, fundraising, and event management. The program includes courses in strategic communication, project management, writing, research, public speaking, and numeracy. It emphasizes the development of skills transferable across a range of employment sectors, aiming to help students become creative, logical, and integrative thinkers and communicators. A core group of Communications courses is combined with a range of relevant course selections from other programs at Trent, letting students pair communications training with study in a complementary subject area within the same Bachelor of Arts (General) degree.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: General admission requirement for Ontario secondary school applicants (required for all Trent University undergraduate programs unless a program states otherwise): ENG4U and five additional U or M courses. A minimum average of 70% on courses considered for admission is required for admission to Trent University, with a minimum grade of 60% required in English.

About Trent University

“Nunc cognosco ex parte”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1964
Students: 12,957
Programs: 119
Location: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Communications award?

Trent University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Communication Studies on completion of this programme.

How much does BA/BS in Communications cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 35,632 per year (CAD 8,363 per year for local students).

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