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10 Best Media & Communication Master's Universities in Canada

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

10 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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DA Dalhousie University logo

Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova Scotia · Public University

★ 72 QS World #298 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 28,000 – CAD 45,000/yr
Founded
1818
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UO University of Ottawa logo

University of Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario · Public University

★ 64 QS World #189 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 34,000 – CAD 55,000/yr
Founded
1848
3
SE Seneca Polytechnic logo

Seneca Polytechnic

Toronto, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 55 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 26,000/yr
Founded
1967
4
SH Sheridan College logo

Sheridan College

Oakville, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 52 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 25,000/yr
Founded
1967
5
OT Ontario Tech University logo

Ontario Tech University

Oshawa, Ontario · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 27,000 – CAD 41,000/yr
Founded
2002
6
OC OCAD University logo

OCAD University

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1876
7
ST St. Francis Xavier University logo

St. Francis Xavier University

Antigonish, Nova Scotia · Public University

★ 50 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 22,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
Founded
1853
8
RR Red River College Polytechnic logo

Red River College Polytechnic

Winnipeg, Manitoba · Polytechnic

★ 49 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 23,000/yr
Founded
1938
9
UN University of New Brunswick logo

University of New Brunswick

Fredericton, New Brunswick · Public University

★ 49 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 32,000/yr
Founded
1785
10
CA Canadore College logo

Canadore College

North Bay, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 46 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 14,000 – CAD 21,000/yr
Founded
1967

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Canada for Master's Media & Communication?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Dalhousie University, University of Ottawa, Seneca Polytechnic. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Media & Communication cost in Canada?

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 in Canada?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

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

Studying Media & Communication at Master's level in Canada

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Media & Communication at Master'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, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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