Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication program provides you with an opportunity to develop a broad knowledge of media, cultural studies and business. In addition, students will develop theoretical and practical skills that are relevant to careers in professional writing, journalism, public relations, communications and advertising.

The program focus is found in a sequence of courses in media and communications. At the same time, it integrates business courses to create an interdisciplinary degree that provides a sound foundation for work in media and communications organizations, as well as other communications-related business careers. Team activities are an intrinsic part of many courses and build team skills vital for real-world success, as well as providing a collegial learning environment.

Elective Area – Communications Management

• One of the fastest-growing fields in communications is communications management. By taking selected advanced business courses and applying them to communications projects, this elective area provides training for those who hope to manage complex communications projects and departments in any industry.

Admission Requirements

• Secondary School Applicants who have graduated from a British Columbia secondary school (high school) or equivalent are required to have, at minimum, the equivalent of a BC high school (Grade 12) diploma, with an overall average of C.
• If you have graduated from high school but do not meet the minimum grade levels, you may still be considered for admission if you have successfully completed at least 30 academic post-secondary credits at a recognized institution.

And (if applicable)

• Students whose first language is not English must submit an IELTS score of at least 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in the writing band) or equivalent (TOEFL, PTE, etc.)
• OR successfully complete UCW’s University Access Program (UAP) by earning an average of at least 70% in their UAP courses.
• If a student can demonstrate that they graduated from a recognized degree program in an English-speaking country, the English IELTS score or equivalent requirement may be waived.

Special Admission

The Admissions Committee may consider an applicant for special admission if the applicant does not otherwise qualify for admission but demonstrates a combination of education and work experience that indicates the ability to be successful in their program of study. Generally, such applicants must:

• Be over 21 years of age on or before the first day of classes.
• Have been out of high school for at least two years.
• Receive approval from the Admissions Committee.

$40,600 (Canada & Canada PRs – on campus)
$84,760 (International – on campus)
$37,080 (Canada & Canada PRs – online)
$37,080 (International – online)