About the course

Communication helps the world work together. It helps people see the world more clearly, and helps to create mutual understanding. This is especially true when your world is an island wonderland filled with unlimited opportunity and intellectual resources. That?s Cape Breton and this is CBU ? a place where you can learn to communicate with efficiency, respect and effectiveness. Here, you leverage your naturally existing communication skills to amplify and expand your other communication-based talents.Clear and creative communication is critically important for safe, stable communities and workplaces. That?s why we?re proud to say Cape Breton University offers the only communication major in the Maritimes.The theories and skills learned in our program are essential for successful careers, healthy relationships and the development of a deep understanding of communication and its functions in society. Through our on-campus and distance courses, communication students explore various areas of interpersonal and public communication, media studies and cultural studies. These dynamic and energetic environments allow students to develop the skills and knowledge base needed to critically examine and understand communication in all aspects of society.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: CA$54,270

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Sydney
Spring (May), 2024	Sydney
Fall (September), 2024	Sydney
Winter (January), 2025	Sydney
Spring (May), 2025	Sydney
Summer (June), 2025	Sydney
Fall (September), 2025	Sydney
Winter (January), 2026	Sydney
Spring (May), 2026	Sydney

　　

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Entry requirements for Cape Breton University

An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance. Additional requirements may apply to specific programs.IELTS - Overall score 6.5 (No band below 6.0), TOEFL Internet-Based Test - 80, TOEFL Computer-Based Test - 213, TOEFL Paper-Based Test - 550.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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