Communications and Public Policy

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Communications and Public Policy at STU

 Students in the program will explore the influence of communications in the process of a participatory democracy, preparing them to work as communications professionals in the public, private and non-profit sectors.

 

Our program is the only undergraduate major in Communications and Public Policy in Canada. It provides students with a comprehensive education in communications with the added benefit of learning and understanding policy. The program’s emphasis on practical experience provides for-credit internships that allow students to build their resume and professional network.  

What Sets STU’s Communications and Public Policy Program Apart?

• Our program is the only one of its kind that includes a focus on policy in all four years of study.
  

• Small, engaging classes that emphasize personal interaction, discussion, and debate.  
   
• St. Thomas is home to the Frank McKenna Centre for Communications and Public Policy, which hosts symposiums, conducts forums, and brings distinguished speakers to campus. 
   
• Lectures and seminars are always taught by professors—not teaching assistants—which means students learn from experts in the field.  
   
• Special topics courses in upper years address issues that impact and affect our understanding of communications. Past subjects have included the 2020 US presidential election and Taylor Swift.

Where the Study of Communications and Public Policy can Take You

Gain advanced skills in writing, multimedia and social media, communication, critical thinking, and public speaking. Our program provides a unique combination of practical tools, policy skills, and professional experience that set you apart.  
 
This prepares graduates for meaningful careers in fields like:

 

• Marketing
• Business
• Professional Communications
• Government
• Private Sector Organizations
• Public Relations
• Journalism