Communication and Culture Toronto Metropolitan University

Overview

The Communication and Culture programme at Toronto Metropolitan University is a unique joint initiative that leverages the combined academic expertise of two leading institutions. This Master of Arts degree provides students with a rigorous foundation in the intersections of media, technology, and social policy. By integrating theoretical frameworks with professional practice, the curriculum prepares graduates to navigate and influence the contemporary media landscape through advanced research and critical analysis.

Why Communication and Culture at Toronto Metropolitan University?

Students benefit from an urban innovation environment that fosters deep connections with industry, government, and community partners. The programme is supported by world-class facilities and specialised research hubs, including the Centre for Digital Humanities, the Infoscape Research Lab, and the Modern Literature & Culture Research Centre & Gallery. These resources provide a vibrant scholarly community where creative thinkers can sharpen their artistic and research practices alongside expert faculty.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 28044 per year
• National fee: CAD 5818 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Accelerating Technicity
• Activist Video Making
• Advanced Communication Technology
• Advanced Research Methodologies
• Armed Conflict, Peace and Media
• Asian Studies Perspectives
• Bodies in Technology
• Cultural Policy
• Media Democracy

Careers with Communication and Culture

Graduates of this programme are equipped for diverse professional paths within the media and cultural sectors. The training provided supports roles in policy development, media production, and strategic communication. By engaging with real-world challenges through independent research and media practice, students develop the high-level skills required for leadership positions in both the public and private sectors. Career support is further enhanced through graduate career advising and professional development services offered by the university.