Advanced Diploma
Program Code: 04761
Campus: Lakeshore
Length: 6 semesters
Employers in Canada, and around the world, recognize the value of Humber's Public Relations advanced diploma program.
Our program provides hands-on training and develops skills in professional media writing, strategic communication planning, presentation, social and digital media content development, social media analytics, media relations, and marketing communications to name a few. Over the course of your studies, you will compile an impressive portfolio of work.
Learn from the pros. Humber’s PR faculty has significant work experience, subject matter expertise and industry connections. Many are active in the field and maintain a wide network of clients and suppliers. Your instructors also get to know you by name and offer personalized instruction. To keep the program content current and relevant, external industry experts regularly review the curriculum and are asked to participate in classroom activities, such as guest lectures.
In the first semester of the program, your courses include other media disciplines such as advertising and graphic design, journalism, media communications, advertising and marketing communications. This allows you to keep your options open should you wish to head in a different direction in your second semester.
Students will participate in a mandatory work placement which takes place in the last semester of study.
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:
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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.
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 2020/2021 fee for two semesters is:
Fees are subject to change.
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $1,870.32 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $1,870.32 |
Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $1,870.32 |
Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $1,870.32 |
Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $1,870.32 |
Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $1,870.32 |
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,208.09 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $7,727.00 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,208.09 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $7,727.00 |
Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,208.09 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $7,727.00 |
Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,208.09 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $7,727.00 |
Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,208.09 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $7,727.00 |
Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,208.09 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $434.91 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $20.00 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $7,727.00 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Semester 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
Microsoft Office | Excel, Word, Powerpoint | Excel, Word, Powerpoint |
$1,000 – textbooks; Globe & Mail subscriptions; portfolio case; student memberships in both professional associations: Canadian Public Relations Society and International Association of Business Communicators.
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Robert Plant, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 3004
robert.plant@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: March 28, 2024