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Cert in Certificat en rédaction-communications

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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Cert in Certificat en rédaction-communications at Université du Québec à Chicoutimi in Saguenay, Canada is a certificate in Communication Studies programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus.

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Communication Studies
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uqac.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Certificate in Writing and Communications at Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi is a 30-credit, on-campus program with admission in fall, winter, and summer terms. It trains students to manage every stage of a communications project, from understanding the issue and gathering information through conception, writing, and final delivery, combining mastery of French (lexical, grammatical, and textual) with practical skills in revision, writing, and public communication. The 30-credit curriculum combines five required courses, including a placement in writing or communications, with elective courses chosen from language and communication offerings and from business, professional, and supplementary options. It is aimed both at professionals seeking to strengthen their communication competencies and at those pursuing careers in the communications field. Admission is open to DEC holders, to applicants who have completed at least 15 university credits with a cumulative average of at least 2.3 on 4.3, and to applicants able to show appropriate knowledge for university study, relevant attested experience, and strong command of French, supported by an application file including transcripts, a motivation letter, and a current resume.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 2.30 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Admission follows UQAC's base system, with intake in fall, winter, and summer. Quebec DEC holders qualify with a DEC or its equivalent. University-route applicants qualify with at least 15 completed university credits and a cumulative average of at least 2.3 on 4.3. Applicants without these credentials may qualify under the sufficient-preparation base by showing appropriate knowledge for university study, relevant attested experience, and strong command of French, supported by an application file comprising prior academic transcripts, a motivation letter of at least one page, and a current curriculum vitae, with a minimum overall score of 75% required on the file.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1969
Students: 6,500
Programs: 181
Location: Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Certificat en rédaction-communications award?

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi awards a Certificate in the field of Communication Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Certificat en rédaction-communications take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

Can Cert in Certificat en rédaction-communications be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Université du Québec à Chicoutimi.

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