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What can I do with my studies?

Journalism:

What can I do with my studies in

  • Arts
  • Broadcasting
  • Communications
  • Economy
  • Ethics
  • Geography
  • History
  • International relations
  • Multimedia
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • Public relations

As a current or prospective student, or as an academic or professional counsellor, you can discover:

  • Information to help you choose or compare fields of studies
  • Employment prospects
  • Relevant experience
  • Potential employers, and
  • Job search resources

The information is presented by frequently asked questions:


What subjects are studied?

Undergraduate Studies

The following is an overview of the types of knowledge related to this field of study. These will enable you to compare them to other fields of study.

Undergraduate University (3-4 years)

Graduate Studies

There are many attractive and exciting graduate programs for students interested in pursuing their education, specializing and doing further research. Below are some examples:

  • Announcer
  • Communication Agent
  • Commentator
  • Communication Counsellor
  • Cyber Journalist
  • Journalist
  • Media Agent
  • Media Coordinator
  • Photo Journalist
  • Press Attaché
  • Programme Editor
  • Researcher
  • Writer

Advanced Professional Studies

For many graduates, first-entry programs serve as an initial step to advanced professional studies in medicine, law or education.

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What are some examples of jobs on the market?

There are many occupations related to your post-secondary education. The following are some examples of the job opportunities that could be available with an undergraduate degree:

Some Job Opportunities May Require Additional Qualifications or Experience in the Field

Some Jobs Require Graduate Studies: Masters

  • Agencies or Multimedia organizations
  • Consultation agencies
  • Cultural centres
  • Educational institutions
  • Governments
  • Magazines
  • Newspapers
  • Radio
  • Research centres
  • Television

You can also gain experience in the following work fields:

  • Administration
  • Arts
  • Communications
  • Consultation
  • Health
  • History
  • Politics
  • Science
  • Sports
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What are the employment prospects in this field?

Job Prospects for this Field of Study

The Job Futures website gives you information on employment prospects in this field of study. It allows you to compare average annual salaries and average unemployment rates of graduates at the baccalaureate and master’s degree levels.

Undergraduate University (3 or 4 years)

Area of study: Journalism

English

  • CAUCUS, The Political Magazine of the University of Ottawa Students
  • Tabaret Magazine of University of Ottawa
  • The Fulcrum
  • The Ottawa Citizen
  • The Ottawa Sun

French

  • CAUCUS, Magazine politique des étudiants Université d'Ottawa
  • Magazine Tabaret de l’Université d'Ottawa
  • La Rontonde
  • Le Droit

Some Jobs Require Graduate Studies: Doctorate

Duties and Employment Requirements

A university degree gives you access to a variety of occupations according to the National Occupational Classification. This website describes occupational groups connected to various fields of study. It provides a description of the main duties as well as employment requirements.

Canada Capital Region

Ontario

Other Provinces

International Requirements

Every country has its own particular requirements, administrative laws, professional regulations and work permits. It is important to consider how well you know the region in which you would like to work.

Two important points to consider are: How well do you know the organizational system of this foreign country? How well do you know the country's official language?

If you choose to work abroad, it may be necessary to have your qualifications recognized. For more information on agreements and treaties that have been created between countries, you can visit the website: 

Here are some other resources that may be useful depending on your destination:

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