Media, Film and Communications
Our Media, Film and Communications program provides you with a well-rounded, interdisciplinary education emphasizing the critical analysis of media and the development of production skills. To gain a broad field of knowledge about the industry, you will explore topics related to the following media:
- Video
- New Media
- Design
- TV
- Radio
- Sound Art
Our Media, Film and Communications program will particularly allow you to immerse yourself in the cutting-edge world of social media – from production to dissemination to analysis – and beyond.
You will get the opportunity to work with world-renowned media production instructors, such as Chelsea McMullan and Coco Guzman, analog and digital media, and top-of-the-line technology and software:
- Mac and PC computers
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Audacity open source software
- Video cameras (including mic kits and tripods)
- Audio recorders
Through hands-on labs and workshops, you will learn how new media is an accessible way to engage with our world and to challenge systemic problems like sexism, racism, homophobia, and social injustices of all kinds. If you are interested in learning how and why your cell phone has just as much cultural power as CNN, this program is for you.
In addition to media analysis and media production courses, you will have access to internship opportunities (with places such as Orillia Museum of Art and History, Rogers Television, and the Orillia Opera House) and projects that allow you to put your theoretical knowledge into creative practice.
Lakehead Advantage
Our unique focus on topics of social change sets our Media, Film and Communications program apart from other similar programs across Canada. Class sizes are small enough to encourage you to feel comfortable with regular active discussions, creating non-hierarchical relationships and collaborative learning not only in the classroom but also in the community. Instructors in our program have real life experience so they share techniques and insights they have gained in the field. As well, internship opportunities provide you practical community-based experience, while research opportunities enable you to become involved in academic efforts to produce social change.
At Lakehead you will learn how you can make a difference through courses such as the following:
- Alternative New Media
- Media Framing of Immigration
- Anti-Racist and Aboriginal Media in Canada
- Surveillance and Society
- Disability Rights and Media
- Women, Technology and Cyberculture
- Documentary Production
- Media, Art and Activism
Many of our courses touch on a wide range of disciplines and are cross-listed with the Women's Studies, Visual Arts, Political Science and Sociology departments.
We encourage you to take advantage of the friendly, personal learning environment and reach out to faculty for course help as well as potential job and/or mentorship opportunities.
Transfer Options
It’s easy to transfer to Lakehead. Our pathway and general transfer policies are designed to help you maximize your credits from your current or previous studies at either college or university – or even both.
There are a number of ways to transfer to Lakehead. Let us help you achieve your degree completion goals. For more information regarding specific admission requirements from college or university, check out the “Admissions Requirement” tab above and select your most recent level of study.
Applying to Lakehead University is easy and we are here to help you along the way.
Step 1 – Determine your general admission requirements:
To determine your general admission requirements, select one of the definitions below:
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Step 2 – Determine your program-specific prerequisite requirements for your program(s) of choice:
To determine your program-specific prerequisite requirements, choose from the drop-down menus below:
Program Specific Requirements
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Media, Film, & CommunicationsDegree:Arts & SciencesAlberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1Program Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:English (ENG4U)Program Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1Program Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:EnglishProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English Language Arts (Comprehensive Focus, Literary Focus, or Transactional Focus) 40SProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (ENG4U). Other secondary or post-secondary courses that are equivalent to the English prerequisite requirement are accepted. College transfer students entering via a transfer pathway are not required to satisfy the English prerequisite requirement.Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English Language Arts 121 or 122Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201Program Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African HeritageOther Admission Requirements & Important Information:
A portfolio is required. Refer to https://www.lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/applying/application-details-for... for more information.
Program Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621AProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 English (603 or 604)Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:English (ENG4U) or equivalentProgram Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English Language Arts 30 A or English Language Arts 30 B
As a first year Media, Film and Communications student, you will complete the following courses:
- Media Studies 1010 – Introduction to Media, Film & Communication
- Media Studies 1030 – Introduction to Visual Media
- Media Studies 1050 – Introduction to Media and Film Production
These courses will encourage you to think about your approaches to print and visual media, the existence of media bias, and the power of language, race, gender and ideology. As well, you will choose introductory courses in visual arts, digital photography, or music and sound arts, engage in a topical Inquiry course, and take a variety of first year electives, chosen according to your interests.
For full course requirements visit our Academic Calendar.
We offer two 12-week internships that provide you with media-related work experience for five hours per week, under the supervision of a faculty member and an on-site supervisor. This is a great way to develop your skills in an area of interest, such as video production or media activism, as well as build up your resume to ensure success in the workforce post-graduation. The media industry can be quite competitive. Having internship experience during your undergraduate degree will set you apart from other job applicants.
We have many student-run societies and clubs that cater to virtually any interest. These organizations are integral to our sense of community on campus. They host events, fundraisers, workshops and competitions to bring people together and raise awareness for unique topics and issues. Visit our Student Clubs and Associations page for more information and a listing of Student Centres.
More information about Payment Methods, and Payment Due Dates can be found here: Student Fees Information
All fees are displayed in Canadian Dollars ($CAD)
Arts & Science
Orillia
| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | $5,984.51 | $1,126.83 | $7,111.34 | $3,555.67 | $3,555.67 | $1,196.90 | $1,291.67 | $598.45 | $645.84 |
2 | $5,955.86 | $1,044.11 | $6,999.97 | $3,499.99 | $3,499.98 | $1,191.17 | $1,285.94 | $595.59 | $642.97 |
3 | $5,915.30 | $1,044.11 | $6,959.41 | $3,479.71 | $3,479.70 | $1,183.06 | $1,277.83 | $591.53 | $638.92 |
4 | $5,398.29 | $1,044.11 | $6,442.40 | $3,221.20 | $3,221.20 | $1,079.66 | $1,174.43 | $539.83 | $587.21 |
| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | $6,283.74 | $1,126.83 | $7,410.57 | $3,705.29 | $3,705.28 | $1,256.75 | $1,351.52 | $628.37 | $675.76 |
2 | $5,955.86 | $1,044.11 | $6,999.97 | $3,499.99 | $3,499.98 | $1,191.17 | $1,285.94 | $595.59 | $642.97 |
3 | $5,915.30 | $1,044.11 | $6,959.41 | $3,479.71 | $3,479.70 | $1,183.06 | $1,277.83 | $591.53 | $638.92 |
4 | $5,398.29 | $1,044.11 | $6,442.40 | $3,221.20 | $3,221.20 | $1,079.66 | $1,174.43 | $539.83 | $587.21 |
| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | $29,355.00 | $1,126.83 | $30,481.83 | $15,240.92 | $15,240.91 | $5,871.00 | $5,965.77 | $2,935.50 | $2,982.89 |
2 | $29,355.00 | $1,044.11 | $30,399.11 | $15,199.56 | $15,199.55 | $5,871.00 | $5,965.77 | $2,935.50 | $2,982.89 |
3 | $28,957.27 | $1,044.11 | $30,001.38 | $15,000.69 | $15,000.69 | $5,791.45 | $5,886.22 | $2,895.73 | $2,943.11 |
4 | $28,957.27 | $1,044.11 | $30,001.38 | $15,000.69 | $15,000.69 | $5,791.45 | $5,886.22 | $2,895.73 | $2,943.11 |
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount |
| Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
| Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den) | SABWF | 99.00 |
| Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHF | 139.43 |
| Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMF | 25.00 |
| Health Services Support Fee | SHEAF | 95.14 |
| Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders Building | SCISF | 30.00 |
| Lakehead Services Subtotal: | 388.57 | |
| Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | ||
| LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDF | 59.00 |
| LUSU Medical/Dental | SMEDF * | 418.00 |
| LUSU Bus Pass | SLBUS ** | 252.00 |
| LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSF | 156.00 |
| Aboriginal Programming Fee | SLRAB | 2.00 |
| AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association Fee | SLRAF | 0.50 |
| Nanabijou Fee | SLRNA | 5.00 |
| Social Action Fee | SLRSA | 2.00 |
| Sustainability | SLRSU | 5.50 |
| WUSC - World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SLRWU | 7.00 |
| Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) Fee | SLCFS | 20.16 |
| LU Radio Fee | SRADF | 10.00 |
| LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 937.16 | |
| TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay) | 1325.73 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
Co-op, Part-Time, Senior, and Graduate students are not covered, but may purchase the Plan.
** The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUS): All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year - Undergraduate Full-Time Students (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount |
| Orientation & First Year Experience Fee | SORIE | 82.72 |
| Total Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay): | 1325.73 | |
| TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Students - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay): | 1408.45 |
| 2024-25 Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students - Per Course (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) |
| Lakehead University Services Fees | |||
| Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den) | SABWF | 19.80 | 9.90 |
| Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHF | 27.89 | 13.94 |
| Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMF | 5.00 | 2.50 |
| Health Services Support Fee | SHEAF | 19.03 | 9.51 |
| Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders Building | SCISF | 6.00 | 3.00 |
| Lakehead University Services Subtotal: | 77.72 | 38.85 | |
| Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | |||
| LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDF | 11.80 | 5.90 |
| LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSF | 31.20 | 15.60 |
| Aboriginal Programming Fee | SLRAB | 0.40 | 0.20 |
| AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association Fee | SLRAF | 0.10 | 0.05 |
| Nanabijou Fee | SLRNA | 1.00 | 0.50 |
| Social Action Fee | SLRSA | 0.40 | 0.20 |
| Sustainability Fee | SLRSU | 1.10 | 0.55 |
| WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Student) Fee | SLRWU | 1.40 | 0.70 |
| CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) Fee | SLCFS | 4.03 | 2.02 |
| LU Radio Fee | SRADF | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| LUSU fees Subtotal: | 53.43 | 26.72 | |
| TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): | 131.15 | 65.57 | |
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees For Part-Time Undergraduate First Year Students: | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) | |
| Orientation and First Year Experience Fee (Flat Fee - not per course) | SORIE | 82.72 | 82.72 |
| Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): | 131.15 | 65.57 | |
| TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate First Year/First Course (Thunder Bay): | 213.87 | 148.28 |
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) | Code | Amount |
| Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
| Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHO | 111.56 |
| Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMO | 25.00 |
| Health Services Support Fee | SHEAO | 95.14 |
| Lakehead Services Subtotal | 231.70 | |
| Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | ||
| LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDO | 59.00 |
| LUSU U-Pass Fee | SLBUO | 152.25 |
| LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance * | SMEDO | 418.00 |
| LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSO | 156.00 |
| WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSO | 7.00 |
| CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) Fee | SCFSO | 20.16 |
| LUSU Fees (Orillia) Subtotal | 812.41 | |
| TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) | 1044.11 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
Co-op, Part-Time, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.
** The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUO): All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
First Year Students
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Students (Orillia) | Code | Amount |
| Orientation & First Year Experience Fee | SORIO | 82.72 |
| LUSU and LU Services Fees Total | 1044.11 | |
| Total | 1126.83 |
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students (Orillia) | Code | Amount Per Course (1.0FCE) | Amount Per Half Course (0.5FCE) |
| Lakehead University Services Fees | |||
| Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHO | 22.31 | 11.16 |
| Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMO | 5.00 | 2.50 |
| Health Services Support Fee | SHEAO | 19.03 | 9.51 |
| Lakehead Services Fees Subtotal: | 46.34 | 23.17 | |
| Lakehead University Student Union Fees | |||
| LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDO | 11.80 | 5.90 |
| LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSO | 31.20 | 15.60 |
| WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSO | 1.40 | 0.70 |
| CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) Fee | SCFSO | 4.03 | 2.02 |
| LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 48.43 | 24.22 | |
| TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia): | 94.77 | 47.39 | |
| First Year Part-Time Orillia Students: | |||
| Orientation & First Year Experience Fee (Flat fee - Not per course) | SORIO | 82.72 | 82.72 |
| Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia) | 94.77 | 47.39 | |
| TOTAL Part-Time Per Course/First Course, First Year (Orillia) | 177.49 | 130.11 |
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering | Code | Amount |
| Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
| Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHG | 107.89 |
| Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMG | 25.00 |
| Health Services Support Fee | SHEAG | 95.14 |
| Lakehead Services Subtotal: | 231.70 | |
| Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | ||
| LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance * | SMEDG | 418.00 |
| LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSG | 156.00 |
| LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDG | 59.00 |
| WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSG | 7.00 |
| CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) Fee | SCFSG | 20.16 |
| LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 660.16 | |
| Georgian/Barrie U-Pass Fee ** | SLBUB | 199.04 |
| TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering: | 1090.90 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDG) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
Co-op students, Part-Time Students, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.
** The Georgian/Barrie Bus Pass Fee (SLBUB): All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Lakehead-Georgian (Barrie) - Non-Engineering | Code | Amount |
| Orientation & First Year Experience Fee | SORIB | 82.72 |
| LUSU and LU Services and Bus Pass Subtotal | 1090.90 | |
| Total | 1173.62 |
| 2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) All Programs | Code | Amount Per Course (1.0 FCE) | Amount Per Half Course (0.5 FCE) |
| Lakehead University Services Fees | |||
| Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHG | 22.31 | 11.16 |
| Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMG | 5.00 | 2.50 |
| Health Services Support Fee | SHEAG | 19.03 | 9.51 |
| Lakehead Services Subtotal: | 46.34 | 23.17 | |
| Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | |||
| LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSG | 31.20 | 15.60 |
| LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDG | 11.80 | 5.90 |
| WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSG | 1.40 | 0.70 |
| CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) Fee | SCFSG | 4.03 | 2.02 |
| LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 48.43 | 24.22 | |
| TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time (Per Course) Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs: | 94.77 | 47.39 |