Athabasca University is Canada's Open University. Because we're online, open, and flexible, students can pursue learning regardless of location, life circumstances, academic history, or age. Athabasca University is a leading Canadian distance education institution renowned for its flexible and accessible learning programs. Established in 1970, it has become a pioneer in online and distance education, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines. As Canada's Open University, Athabasca University provides learners with the opportunity to study at their own pace and from any location, making education accessible to a diverse range of students. The university's innovative online platform, coupled with its dedicated faculty and staff, ensures a high-quality learning experience. Athabasca University is committed to empowering learners, regardless of their background or circumstances, to achieve their educational goals and pursue lifelong learning.

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Athabasca University’s Bachelor of Professional Arts, Communication Studies Major is a degree-completion program that brings together your real-world knowledge and experience with theory and research from the communications field. AU’s Bachelor of Professional Arts program lets you turn your diploma into a degree while still being able to work and meet personal commitments. You bring your knowledge and professional experience, and we bring you the wider context, including relevant theories and issues. There are no formal admission requirements for the 3-year program. All you need is to be 16 or older. You can enrol anytime and start right away, regardless of your previous education. Show less

Program learning outcomes
Graduates from the Bachelor of Professional Arts-Communication Studies (BPA-CMNS) program will demonstrate the ability to:

Develop a foundational understanding of contemporary communications practices and technologies in historical perspective.
Critique theoretical approaches to understanding communications as social, cultural, political and economic phenomena.
Implement media literacies including analyzing and interpreting messaging in different media for diverse audiences.
Apply complex ideas in practical and professional contexts as well as in formal academic research, writing and argument formats.
Communicate clearly, adhering to legal, ethical and professional standards of conduct, including academic integrity.

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