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Journalism - Mass Media to Media Studies

Where Are You Now?

Durham College

Discipline: Social and behavioural sciences

Credential: College Diploma (2 year)

Program Title: Journalism-Mass Media

Where Do You Want to Go?

Trent University - Trent University Durham GTA

Degree Qualifications: BA - Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Discipline: Social and behavioural sciences

Credential: Degree (4 year)

Program Title: Media Studies

Transfer credits / courses

25%

Semesters Remaining 6

Granted 5.00
Total 20.00

Course Equivalencies Granted

Students beginning studies in the Journalism-Mass Media program since Fall 2018 will receive the following 5.0 transfer credits: 

  • 1.0 MDST-CUST 4041Y – Internship in Media and Cultural Studies 
  • 1.0 unassigned Cultural Studies credit at the 2000 level
  • 1.0 unassigned English Literature credit at the 1000 level
  •  2.0 unassigned Arts credits at the 1000 level 2

Transfer credits for students beginning studies in the program prior to Fall 2018 will be assessed on a course-by-course basis.

Requirements

To qualify for this agreement, students must: 

  • Successfully complete Durham College’s Journalism – Mass Media Diploma program; 
  • Achieve a minimum overall average of 75%.

Students interested in degree programs not included in this pathway are referred to the Trent University website for information about admission requirements. Applicants will be considered in accordance with Trent University's general admission requirements. Students who meet the terms of the pathway will be eligible to receive the block of credits, but all transfer credits received may not be apply in full to all degree programs. 

Applicants who do not meet the minimum average requirements, but who are otherwise admissible to Trent University, will be considered for admission based on general admission requirements. 

Minimum Course Grade Required (if applicable)

N/A

Minimum Grade for Admission≥ 75%

Pathway Requires Previous Program Graduation Yes

Bridging

N/A

Program Residency Requirement

Students must complete the following 15.0 credits to fulfill requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Media Studies:

  • 0.5 MDST 1010H – The Digital World 
  • 0.5 MDST 1535H – Introduction to Media Studies
  • 1.0 MDST 2035Y – Media and Society; or 0.5 MDST 2535H – Media and Society and 3535H – Television Studies 
  • 6.0 additional Media Studies credits 
  • 7.0 elective credits 

*Additional notes: Courses without specified year levels must include at least 6.0 credits at the 3000 and/or 4000 level(s); and no more than 3.5 credits at the 1000 level. 

Degree requirements are subject to change. Students should consult the Academic Calendar for course descriptions, degree requirements, and academic regulations (https://trentu.ca/calendar). Consultation with an academic advisor is strongly recommended prior to course registration to support degree planning, course selection, and progression toward degree completion (https://trentu.ca/advising). 

 

For more information on academic and credit transfer policies, including residency requirements, visit the institutional profile.

Language of Instruction

English

Cancellation Policy

This Agreement will be reviewed annually, or more frequently if significant curriculum changes occur at either institution that may impact the pathway. Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing one year's written notice to the other party. In the event of termination, the parties will make reasonable efforts to ensure that students currently enrolled in the pathway are able to complete their studies without disruption.

Documentation

Contact / Apply

Recruitment and Admissions Office
Trent University
1-888-739-8885
discovertrent@trentu.ca

pathways@trentu.ca 
http://trentu.ca/transfer 
http://trentu.ca/pathways

Check the Trent University - Trent University Durham GTA website for more information.


Last Updated: September 4, 2026