Diploma
Program Code: 11581
Campus: North
Length: 4 semesters
Humber’s Broadcast Television/Videography (BRTV) diploma program will quickly prepare you for media content creation in operational and production roles. An intensive, behind-the-scenes look at broadcasting will give you a solid grounding in video production skills and broadcast standards. This program is an excellent starting point for anyone who wants to work behind the scenes in television production and features a wide variety of courses, as well as field experience opportunities, empowering graduates for success in the broadcast industry.
You will learn about live studio and live remote broadcasting, single camera location shooting, video editing and audio mixing, and writing, planning and producing content. Your hands-on broadcasting education will be enriched by access to Humber’s high-definition television mobile truck - the most advanced of its kind among Ontario colleges. This compact 35-foot television facility features state-of-the-art broadcast equipment including the latest cameras, video production switcher, digital recording system, broadcast graphics software and editing facilities. Humber has a strong reputation in the television broadcasting industry. BRTV students regularly produce and live stream Humber Hawks varsity games and esport tournaments. BRTV students have also worked with Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) on National Lacrosse League games and with Double Black Diamond Productions on internationally broadcast FIS World Cup events.
Note: the January 2022 program start will offer a hybrid curriculum for Semester 1. A hybrid curriculum is a blend of face-to-face and online. Semester 2 will be offered from May to August, Semesters 3 and 4 (September to April) will be comprised of face-to-face class time.
Students complete a work placement in Semester 4. This placement provides valuable industry experience and also ensures that you have key industry contacts as you begin your career.
Possible placements include work in both operations and production at networks such as CBC, CTV, CityTV, Global, TSN, Sportsnet, MLSE and in progressive production companies including Insight, Cineflix and Blue Ant Media.
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.
Applicants are required to complete a questionnaire. The questionnaire will identify your interest and knowledge of the industry. There are eight questions; all questions must be completed upon submission.
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 two semesters is:
Fees are subject to change.
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
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 | $1,852.57 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
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 | $1,852.57 |
Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
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 | $1,852.57 |
Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
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 | $1,852.57 |
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 | $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 4 | 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 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Semester 1
Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
Processor | Quad-Core i5 | Quad-Core i5 or i7 |
OS | Win 10 64bit v1803 or macOS 10.13 or newer | Win 10 64bit v1803 or macOS 10.13 or newer |
Memory | 16GB | 16GB |
Storage | 250GB SSD | 500GB SSD |
Monitor | 1280 x 800 | 1920 x 1080 or higher |
Other | 1 Gigabit Ethernet for HD, 2GB GPU (Graphic Card), High-speed internet access, Warranty | 1 Gigabit Ethernet for HD, 4GB GPU VRAM (Graphic Card), 2 x USB-C ports or more, High-speed internet access, Warranty |
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Karen Young, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 4716
karen.young@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 18, 2024