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Communication at Simon Fraser University
BA (Bachelor of Arts) · Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology · Burnaby campus
What average do you need for SFU Communication?
For an applicant from a high school in Ontario. SFU works out your average its own way; the finder does that for you.
What courses do you need?
SFU's own list for Ontario high school applicants.
- Required
- ENG3U English (Grade 11)
- MCF3M Functions and Applications or MCR3U Functions (Grade 11)
- One of SBI3U Biology, SCH3U Chemistry, SVN3M Environmental Science or SPH3U Physics (Grade 11)
- ENG4U English (minimum 70%)
Is there a supplementary application?
Extra steps beyond marks, with the school's deadlines. Miss a required one and the application is not considered.
- Optional
- Diverse Qualifications Admission profile and reference letter (optional; only if your grades do not show your full potential)Due 28 February 2027
How much does SFU Communication cost?
For a student from Ontario (the out-of-province rate), at this year's prices.
- Tuition
- $6,600 first year
- Student fees
- $1,100 to $1,400 first year
- Residence and meals
- $15,000 first yearFirst year
What do social sciences graduates earn?
Statistics Canada publishes pay by field for each province's graduates, not by school. Figures are for British Columbia bachelor's graduates, the class of 2022 two years after and the class of 2019 five years after, in 2024 dollars.
What careers does SFU Communication lead to?
Careers people reach through this field, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- PsychologistAssess, diagnose and treat mental health problems. A long road to a doctorate, then good pay and real independence.$110kTypical pay6 to 11 yearsTo qualifyGoodDemand
- Social WorkerHelp people through crisis, illness, poverty and family breakdown. Meaningful and emotionally heavy.$80kTypical pay4 to 6 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- EconomistStudy how money, prices and jobs move, then advise governments, banks and companies. Usually a master's degree.$100kTypical pay5 to 7 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- 911 DispatcherYou are the first first responder. You answer the call, keep the caller alive, and send the right help.$58kTypical payup to 2 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- Border Services OfficerArmed federal officers at airports and land crossings. High school or college, about 18 weeks of training on an allowance, and a federal pension.$87kTypical pay1 to 3 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Bylaw OfficerMunicipal law enforcement without a gun. Parking, noise, property standards, animals and licensing.$77kTypical pay1 to 3 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
Where else can you study social sciences?
The same field at other universities, with what each says it takes.
| Program | School says | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| AnthropologyUNBC, British Columbia | Minimum 65% average (English 12 plus four more Grade 12 courses) | $6,231 |
| AnthropologyUVic, British Columbia | Estimated admission average: minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses) | $6,544 |
| Bachelor of Arts, Major in Economic and Political StudiesTRU, British Columbia | No admission average published: open admission with Grade 12 graduation and English 12 (ENG4U) at 73% or more | $4,953 |
| Bachelor of Arts, Major in EconomicsTRU, British Columbia | No admission average published: open admission with Grade 12 graduation and English 12 (ENG4U) at 73% or more | $4,953 |
| Child and Youth CareUVic, British Columbia | Estimated admission average: minimum 80% (based on the required grade 12 courses) | $6,544 |
| Community PlanningUNBC, British Columbia | Minimum 65% average (English 12 plus four more Grade 12 courses) | $6,231 |
| International EconomicsUBC, British Columbia | No average published; 70% overall is the minimum to be considered | $9,921 |
| Affective Science and Mental Health (BA)Ontario Tech, Ontario | Expected cut-off: low 70s; last year's cut-off: 70 per cent | $6,102 |
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: sfu.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Courses: sfu.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Tuition: sfu.ca (opens in a new tab) (sfu.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Residence: sfu.ca (opens in a new tab) (sfu.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Pay by field: www150.statcan.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)
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Careerhelp is not affiliated with Simon Fraser University. Requirements and averages change every year: check the school's page before you apply.