UBCMaster of JournalismUniversity of British Columbia · Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Letter of intent / cover letter

1–2 pages.

CV or resume

CV or resume.

Recommendation letters x 3

Academic referees preferred unless the program states otherwise.

Official transcript(s)

From all post-secondary institutions attended; English translation if needed. Official copies typically required after admission.

Academic: Bachelor's degree with B+ average (76% at UBC); Or international equivalent. G+PS minimum; competitive programs typically admit above the minimum.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Degree in any discipline academically equivalent to a UBC 4-year bachelor's.
IELTS: 7.5 overall (6.5 each component); Program-listed Academic IELTS.
TOEFL: 104 overall (R22, W21, S21, L22); Program-listed English requirement.
GRE: Not considered; GRE is not required.

Historical admission data is not published.