Communications and Technology
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA | On-Campus | find out | find out | find out | find out | find out |
About Communications and Technology, MA - at University of Alberta
Award: Master of Arts
The multidisciplinary Master of Arts in Communications and Technology (MACT) offers a theoretical, historical, and practical examination of communications. The degree is designed for individuals who seek to provide reflective and informed leadership in the management and use of information and communications technologies in their organizations and fields. These fields include education and training, information technology, marketing, mass media, new media production, program design and development, public affairs, and writing and publishing. Coursework covers small-group and organizational communication; the theory, history, and practice of information and communications technologies; and the research skills associated with analyzing and evaluating these technologies, particularly as they are managed and used in the workplace. The MACT program may be completed through either a course-based or thesis-based route.
Entrance Requirements
The Faculty's minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework.
It is preferred that applicants have at least three years of relevant professional experience.
Where applicable, applicants must provide proof of English Language Proficiency (refer to English Language Requirement). Any of the following is acceptable:
- TOEFL - minimum total score of 100 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (Internet-based), or equivalent;
- An equivalent score on an English Language Proficiency test approved by the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies.
Applicants are also required to submit the following:
- A current CV;
- three letters of reference;
- a letter of interest which states the applicant's academic or professional area of specialization, specifies how completion of the program would support the applicant's professional practice, and identifies a provisional topic for the final applied research project.
Up to 25 students are admitted each year to begin their studies in May.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Alberta to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Alberta
- Ranked among the top 4 universities in Canada and top 100 in the world
- Guaranteed Tuition model, meaning your tuition does not increase during your program
- Each year, 25 students are awarded the President’s International Distinction Scholarship, worth up to CAN $120,000
- Co-op and paid work experience opportunities in many programs
- Guaranteed place in residence for first year students who apply by 30 April
- Graduates can apply for the three year Post-Graduation work permit, which allows you to work in Canada for up to 3 years
- Top 100 in the world for Graduate Employment outcomes