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31 Best Media & Communication Bachelor's Universities in Canada 2026

This ranks Media & Communication bachelor’s degrees in Canada for 2026. It is for applicants comparing public universities, programme choice, and tuition before applying from abroad.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

31 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UT University of Toronto logo

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Public University

★ 75 QS World #21 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 52,000 – CAD 70,500/yr
Founded
1827
2
WA University of Waterloo logo

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada · Public University

★ 66 QS World #112 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 48,500 – CAD 65,500/yr
Founded
1957
3
CU Carleton University logo

Carleton University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
5
CU Concordia University logo

Concordia University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
6
DU Dalhousie University logo

Dalhousie University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
8
LU Lakehead University logo

Lakehead University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
9
MU MacEwan University logo

MacEwan University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
11
MA Mount Allison University logo

Mount Allison University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
12
MR Mount Royal University logo

Mount Royal University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Media & Communication?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, Carleton University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Media & Communication cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Media & Communication abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Media & Communication at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Media & Communication at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor’s degree in Media & Communication is the first degree level for students who want undergraduate study in media, communication, and related fields. It suits applicants who want an entry point into the subject, rather than a diploma or a master’s route.

The universities on this list are all public, with one named option in Toronto and the others spread across different Canadian cities. Tuition is published for one option at CAD 52,000 minimum, while tuition for the other universities is not provided, so applicants should compare fees directly with each university.

Before applying, verify the full tuition, admission requirements, application deadline, and the exact programme title at each university. Also confirm whether the course is the right fit for the city, since only one city is identified here, and check details such as length and intake with the university.