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There are three ways to enter the Bachelor of Journalism Degree Program. Most students enter under Option I (see below) after completing two years (60 credits) of Liberal Arts prerequisites at any college or university in British Columbia or Canada. There are two other options: one for those who already hold a university degree (Option II; see also the Post-Baccalaureate Journalism Diploma Program) and another designed for those who hold a journalism or similar diploma that provides a suitable foundation for the Degree (Option III). All options may include a paid or unpaid summer internship. Students are encouraged to volunteer for short-term internships with local papers and other publications during the Fall and Winter semesters. Students are also encouraged to get summer internship positions at newspapers, magazines, government agencies, non-governmental organizations and corporations.
Most UCC Bachelor of Journalism students take a mix of Journalism and Liberal Arts courses. Students in the UCC Bachelor of Journalism program who opt for a Public Relations Major take a mix of Journalism and Business courses. These requirements reflect the value that UCC places on a broadly based education in the humanities, the social sciences, business and the sciences. Students applying for admission to the Bachelor of Journalism program should have their credentials reviewed by the Program Chair to ensure that they satisfy prerequisites and GPA requirements. Prospective students are required to: 1. submit a writing sample, 2. complete a pre-enrolment interview, and 3. demonstrate reasonable computer skills. Incoming students will also be given a short writing and grammar test to assess their abilities. Students are also strongly encouraged to have volunteer and/or paid experience in the field before applying to the program.
The School of Journalism usually receives more applications than it has spaces available each year. Admission is competitive: some applicants who satisfy the minimum requirements may not find a place in the program. Preference is given to those whose post-secondary studies show evidence of strong writing skills; a good understanding of Canadian history, politics, and economics; strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities; good oral communication and interpersonal skills; an understanding of visual design; and a familiarity with computers as applied to the communications field.
Qualified students may enter the Program on a part-time basis and, with the consent of the Journalism Program Chair, students from other disciplines may take journalism courses.
Note: Students in the Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Science may take up to 12 credits of journalism as electives in their Degree programs.