Ontario Graduate Certificate
Program Code: PW511
Campus: Lakeshore
Length: 3 semesters
Humber’s Professional Writing and Communications graduate certificate program supports you as you learn and practise the craft of writing while building a professional portfolio. This unique program provides you with the core transferrable skills you need to build a successful career in a variety of communications roles. Building on foundational skills such as storytelling, drafting, editing, pitching, interviewing and research, you will build proficiency in areas such as media writing, social media management, project management and design.
With a focus on writing for different audiences and purposes, as well as using current technologies to maximize the impact of your message, you will be well-positioned to enter the workplace with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as a professional writer/communications specialist across a variety of sectors. You will also learn how to think strategically in preparation for taking on leadership positions within communications departments or starting your own freelance writing business.
The program will create a community of writers and support collaboration, networking, professional development and publication.
Gain on-the-job experience in a 12-week (400 hour) work placement. Our industry partners offer both virtual and in-office placements that are either paid, unpaid or honorarium-based. Placements are principally located in the Greater Toronto Area and take place during Semester 3.
Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
Please submit a one-page letter of intent (350 words) outlining your interest in this field of study. Your letter should express why you have an interest in professional writing and communications and in Humber's Professional Writing and Communications graduate certificate program.
Submission Instructions
https://humber.ca/admissions/office-of-the-registrar/registration/submission-instructions.html
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
The 2021/2022 fee for three semesters is:
Fees are subject to change.
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,084.90 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $334.43 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $62.50 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $2,586.06 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,084.90 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $334.43 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $62.50 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $2,586.06 |
Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $440.00 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $0.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $0.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $440.00 |
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $8,092.84 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $334.43 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $62.50 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $8,594.00 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $8,092.84 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $334.43 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $62.50 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $8,594.00 |
Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $440.00 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $0.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $0.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $440.00 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Semester 1, 2
Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
Processor | Windows: Intel* Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon* 64 Processor; macOS: Multicore Intel processor | Quad Core; Multicore Intel Processor |
OS | Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit) with Service Pack 1 or Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac)* (64-bit); macOS 10.13-10.15 |
Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac) |
Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
Storage | 5 GB of available hard-disk space | SSD recommended |
Monitor | 1024 x 768 display, 13 inches | 1920 X 1080 display recommended; 17 inches preferable |
Other | USB3 ports, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac; 32-bit video card | Built-in Ethernet port and USBc port; 32-bit video card |
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
David Miller, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 72095
david.miller@humber.ca
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: April 26, 2024