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Bachelor of Communication — Journalism and Digital Media (BCMM)
Why study journalism and digital media?
Report, produce and publish stories that shape public conversation in a digital world.
Mount Royal University’s Bachelor of Communications — Journalism and Digital Media helps you create impactful content across platforms, from podcasts to investigative stories. Gain experience in reporting, interviewing, writing, editing and digital design. With access to professional digital publishing and podcasting studios, you’ll be well-prepared for careers in multimedia journalism and communications.
Program highlights
- Learn to research, report and produce stories across audio, video, print and digital platforms
- Create professional-quality content using industry-standard digital publishing and podcasting studios
- Complete a 12-week media placement to build skills, confidence and career connections
- Graduate with a strong portfolio and deep understanding of journalism’s ethical and social responsibilities
- Bring stories to life as a journalist, content creator, podcaster or communications professional
Career possibilities
What jobs can I get with a journalism and digital media degree?
Journalism and Digital Media graduates are ready to bring stories to life across platforms. Career pathways include:
I loved all my professors. I loved all the small classes. I loved getting to know everyone in my classes. The small classes make such a big difference in getting to know your professors and having lifelong relationships and connections with everybody.
— MRU alum and chart-topping podcaster, Ashley King
BCMM — Journalism, 2017
Curriculum and courses
What courses will I take in journalism and digital media?
Master the skills to research, report and publish credible stories across digital and traditional media.
Explore full curriculum and coursesYear 1
|Years 2-4
Curriculum snapshot – Year 1
Experiential learning
The Journalism and Digital Media degree emphasizes practical skills and professional experience through:
- Creating multimedia stories using industry-standard studios
- Completing a minimum 12-week supervised work placement with media organizations to build skills
- Receiving ongoing feedback through peer critiques, instructor guidance and mentorship focused on ethics and storytelling
- Building a professional portfolio and understanding journalism’s societal role while adhering to conduct standards
Admission requirements
When you apply to MRU, you’ll need to meet both general admission requirements and any additional criteria specific to your chosen program. Requirements can vary, so it’s important to review what’s needed for your area of interest.
Select your admission category:
High school
Post-secondary transfer
Mature student
Admission category: High school
High school applicants must submit five Grade 12 courses for admission. These five courses must include the required subjects for the program you’re applying to. These required subjects are part of Group A.
To complete your five courses, additional subjects may be used from Group A, B, or C.
More admissions info for high school applicantsWhat are the requirements for the Bachelor of Communication — Journalism and Digital Media?
- English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
- Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30 - minimum grade 50%
Applying from another province or country?
If you're applying from outside Alberta, you'll need to know which of your courses match Alberta Grade 12 courses.
Check out our provincial equivalencies chart if you're from another Canadian province or the international credentials chart if you're applying from outside Canada.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to meet two separate English requirements to be admitted to Mount Royal:
- You’ll need to successfully complete an English course if it’s part of your program’s admission requirements
- Show that you meet Mount Royal’s English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements
Admission deadlines
Fall 2026 intake
Early admission
Oct. 1, 2025 - Feb. 1, 2026
Ongoing admission based on program space and availability
Feb. 2, 2026 - programs closed
What is early admission?
During the early admission period, all applications are treated as though they were received at the exact same time. This means all competitively qualified applicants will be accommodated. At MRU, we actually receive most of our applications and fill many of our programs from applications submitted during early admission. It is an ideal time to apply and helps expedite the process so you hear back earlier too.
Early admission deadlines
Fall Semester:
Early admission is open from Oct. 1 to Feb 1.
Winter Semester:
Early admission is open from Oct. 1 to Nov. 1.
Costs
We know your investment in post-secondary education is a big deal. Make sure you’re on the right financial track by reviewing the costs, scholarships and financial support available.
How much does the Bachelor of Communication — Journalism and Digital Media cost?
The cost of your studies depends on a few things, like the program you choose and whether you’ll live at home or in Residence.
To get a better idea of what you might spend, try using our first-year student budget estimator. It gives a detailed breakdown of estimated costs.
You can also visit our tuition and costs page for full details on tuition and fees for a full year.
Does MRU offer scholarships or financial aid?
At Mount Royal, we want you to focus on your education, not worry about how to pay for it. There are many ways to help cover the cost of your studies.
Scholarships and bursaries
Mount Royal gives out over $5 million each year in scholarships and bursaries! These awards look at things like your grades, financial need and your involvement in school or the community.
Financial aid
There are financial aid options from the provincial and federal governments for both full-time and part-time students. These include student loans, grants and bursaries.
Other resources
You can also explore other ways to pay, like using RESPs (Registered Education Savings Plans) or CPP (Canada Pension Plan) benefits.
How do I apply for scholarships and bursaries?
To be eligible for scholarships and bursaries, you must apply for Early Admission from Oct. 1 to Feb. 1. You can apply for scholarships and bursaries from Nov. 1 to March 1.
Have questions?
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Why MRU
At MRU, learning is about more than lectures and textbooks. It’s about evolving through experience. With small class sizes, supportive faculty and hands-on opportunities, students are encouraged to think critically, push boundaries and uncover what they’re capable of. MRU helps students build the skills, confidence and curiosity to shape meaningful futures in Calgary and beyond.
Discover why MRULearn about the additional supports and services we have available specifically for:
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Mount Royal is pleased to offer four Bachelor of Communication degrees, including majors in Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism and Digital Media and Public Relations.
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