Certificate (Media Foundation)
Field of Study:
CA$13,750/Yr
- Certificate in Media Foundation at Conestoga College allows students to complete this program in 1 Year.
- Students are required to successfully complete two language electives (in one language) in order to graduate.
- This one-year program provides students with an opportunity to acquire a solid grounding in creativity, technology skills, media-related processes, and professionalism.
- The main concepts covered under the program are:
- General History of Media
- Media Tools and Technology
- Digital Imaging and Visual Literacy
- Creative Thinking and Content Generation
- Writing for Media Basics
- Students will be required to purchase a small supply kit and a DSLR camera with video capabilities.
- Details about these requirements will be communicated upon confirmation of enrolment.
- Through project work and a strong focus on media concepts, students will be able to enhance the portfolio and be a competitive applicant for other programs with a similar focus, particularly Broadcast Radio (interview required) and Television and Independent Production, and etc.
- The student to teacher ratio is 20:1 which helps increase in interaction between professors and students.
- On average, 82% of students from the last three years found employment within six months of graduation.
- After completing this course, students have career opportunities as
- Editors
- Film and Video Editors and Camera Operators
- Interpreters and Translators
- Photographers
- Public Relations and Fundraising Managers
- Public Relations Specialists, etc with an average salary of 46,475 USD per year.
Important Dates
Apply on or before this date in order to receive equal consideration for admission to programs starting the following fall. After this date, colleges consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until programs are full.
Event | Application Date |
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Application Open For Spring 2024 Intake | May 2, 2023 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | CA$13750 (CAD 13750) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing | CA$4500 (CAD 4500) |
Food | CA$2700 (CAD 2700) |
Transportation | CA$720 (CAD 720) |
Other Fees | CA$2820 (CAD 2820) |
Total Cost | CA$10740 (CAD 10740) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2021 | CA$10680 (CAD 10680) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status.
- Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications
- All applicants who meet the academic strength requirements must attend a program information session and present a portfolio of their creative work.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Indian students need to maintain an overall average of 70% in Grade 12th
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem….Read More
Scores Required
Required Document List
Followings are the required document:
- Official Transcripts: Students must be required to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
- Letter of Recommendation: Students need to submit two letters of recommendation.
- ELP Scores: Students need to submit proof of English proficiency from the school or testing authority.
- Statement of purpose: Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Financial Documentation: Students must have proof that they have enough money to support themselves during their stay in Canada
- Resume: Resume outlining work/volunteer/internship experiences.
Career and Placement after Course
After completing this program students have job opportunities in:
- Editors
- Film and Video Editors and Camera Operators
- Interpreters and Translators
- Photographers
- Public Relations and Fundraising Managers
- Public Relations Specialists
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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