Course overview
Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication (3rd year entry) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at Royal Roads University in Victoria, Canada. It takes 12 months on campus, with intakes in See the course page for on-campus start dates.
Royal Roads University is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Royal Roads University (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Victoria, Canada |
| Course | Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication (3rd year entry) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 12 months on campus |
| Tuition per year | C$52,618 (≈ ₹35.3 lakh) |
| Intakes | See the course page for on-campus start dates |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.5 writing and speaking); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 |
Interested in Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication (3rd year entry)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$52,618 a year, about ₹35.3 lakh.
Whole-programme international tuition for the 12-month on-campus option. 2026-27 rate (programmes starting 1 Sep 2026 to 31 Aug 2027) from the tuition search; subject to annual increase
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Average (median) salary
C$35,900
≈ ₹24.1 lakh a year
Median employment income two years after graduation, Undergraduate degree
Job roles
- Broadcast journalist
- Magazine journalist
- Editorial assistant
- Digital copywriter
- Public relations officer
- Social media manager
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
BBC
Reuters
Bloomberg
News Corp
Axel Springer
Bertelsmann
WPP
Heineken
Meta
Google
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Royal Roads University for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- First-year undergraduate entry is available on some programmes; Royal Roads did not show its high-school requirements on the pages we could open.
- The Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management is a third-year entry degree: a diploma or 60 credits with a B- (2.67/4.33) GPA, plus at least 420 hours of hospitality or tourism experience. Next intake September 2027, deadline 1 June 2027.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.5 writing and speaking); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE 60; Duolingo 120.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 (first-year entry); graduate and third-year entry need 6.5 in writing and speaking. |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 overall, minimum 20 in each section (graduate: 24 in writing). |
| PTE Academic | 60 overall (no section below 58; graduate: 60 in writing and speaking). |
| Duolingo English Test | 120 overall, with set subscores; not accepted for some doctoral and communication programmes. |
| Alternative | A diploma or degree from a recognised institution in an English-speaking country, or a pathway programme with a language school partner. The page does not say whether India counts as English-speaking. |
Intakes
This course starts in: See the course page for on-campus start dates.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Degree certificate and transcripts (or diploma and transcripts for degree completion)
- English test result from the last two years
- CV showing work experience
About Royal Roads University
Royal Roads University is a public university in Victoria, on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It specialises in applied and professional programmes in business, tourism and hospitality, leadership, communication and environment, many of them taught in blended or online formats for working professionals.
Royal Roads says it is a Designated Learning Institution with full-time, on-campus programmes eligible for the PGWP, but not all programmes qualify, so check each one. For Indian students the most relevant on-campus options are the Master of Global Management, the Bachelor of Business Administration and degree-completion programmes in hospitality and tourism. Royal Roads quotes most international fees for the whole programme: for 2026-27, CAD 52,618 for its third-year-entry bachelor's degrees, about CAD 41,800 to 44,000 for on-campus master's degrees and CAD 23,888 a year for its two-year undergraduate diplomas. See our Canada guide for work-permit rules.
Similar courses
Arts, Design & Media courses at other universities in Canada
- Bachelor of Design: Visual Communication Design (Graphic Design & Advertising stream)Alberta University of the Arts4 years full-time (120 credits), in person and studio-based · C$23,041 / year
- Bachelor of Design: Visual Communication Design (Illustration stream)Alberta University of the Arts4 years full-time (120 credits), in person and studio-based · C$23,041 / year
- Bachelor of Fine Arts: Studio ArtAlberta University of the ArtsFull-time, studio-based; one or two concentrations such as animation, ceramics, media arts, painting or photography · C$23,041 / year
- Bachelor of Creative Industries: Applied Creative IndustriesAlberta University of the Arts4 years; in person, non-studio and hybrid (launched in 2026) · C$28,023 / year
- New Media Design and Web Development (Diploma)British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)18 months (78 weeks) full-time, blended, with a 9-week internship · C$29,709 / year
- Bachelor of MusicBrandon UniversityFull-time bachelor's degree · C$17,904 / year
More courses at Royal Roads University
- Master of Global Management12 or 18 months (on campus) · C$42,345 / year
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Innovation & Sustainability (3rd year entry)16 months on campus (four terms) · C$39,464 / year
- Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (3rd year entry)20 or 24 months on campus · C$26,309 / year
- Master of Arts in Tourism Management (on campus)2 years (first year on campus, second year online) · C$20,915 / year
- Master of Arts in Global Leadership (on campus)24 months (on-campus option) · C$22,018 / year
- Graduate Diploma in Global Leadership16 months (18 credits) · C$16,509 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication (3rd year entry) at Royal Roads University?
The tuition for international students is C$52,618 a year (about ₹35.3 lakh). Whole-programme international tuition for the 12-month on-campus option. 2026-27 rate (programmes starting 1 Sep 2026 to 31 Aug 2027) from the tuition search; subject to annual increase. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication (3rd year entry)?
The course takes 12 months on campus.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.5 writing and speaking); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE 60; Duolingo 120. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: See the course page for on-campus start dates. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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