Lakehead University - Orillia

Media, Film and Communications

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Program Information

School:Lakehead University - Orillia
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Film/Cinema Studies
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Radio and Television
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other
Description:Our Media, Film and Communications program provides you with a well-rounded, interdisciplinary education emphasizing the critical analysis of media and the development of production skills. To gain a broad field of knowledge about the industry, you will explore topics related to the following media:


  • Video
  • New Media
  • Design
  • TV
  • Radio
  • Sound Art




Our Media, Film and Communications program will particularly allow you to immerse yourself in the cutting-edge world of social media — from production to dissemination to analysis — and beyond.
URL:Media, Film and Communications at Lakehead University - Orillia
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $28,590

This cost estimate is for Year 1 of the program.
Careers:Managers in PublishingCinematographersDirectorsSee More...

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70 to 100
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent high school diploma; Gr. 12 U English and 5 additional Gr. 12 U or M credits (including prerequisite courses). A minimum 70% overall final average. Admission averages are calculated using the top 6 Grade 12 U or M courses.

Program Specific Prerequisites: English (ENG4U), 5 additional Grade 12 U/M credits

Note: A portfolio is required.

For more information, please visit: lakeheadu.ca/admissions.


Test Scores:
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. 213] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60]
Application Notes : For a full listing of English Language Proficiency Requirements and accepted tests with minimum scores, please visit:
lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/applying/english-language-proficiency-requirements.


Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Portfolio

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 18, 2022