Broadcasting - Radio & Creative Content - 520
OSAP Eligible
Overview
Note: Broadcasting - Radio & Creative Content (520) was formerly named Broadcasting - Radio (220).
Program Highlights
- Go live in 3, 2, 1! Using industry standard equipment, you will create and deliver live audio & digital content with industry professionals.
- Acquire the skills to build, plan, analyze, and execute effective social media marketing strategies to help build your business or personal brand.
- Gain hands-on practical experience on Mohawk’s award-winning radio station, INDI 101-5, and our living lab, Mohawk’s Ignite Radio.
What you'll learn
- Use industry standard studios, audio labs and equipment.
- Explore and specialize in announcing, music scheduling, commercial production, promotion, news/sports presentation, voiceovers, podcasting, social media and sales.
- Train with industry standard software like Adobe Audition, iMedia Touch, Music Master and Inception News.
- Develop remote workspace and recording skills.
- Develop an e-Portfolio of your work
Program Length
2 academic years (period of 8 months)
Admission
Admission
Domestic and International student admission requirements
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
Options are available for mature applicants.
Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (478 or 278) program
- TOEFL minimum score of 560 (83 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2024 - 2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $881.96 | $785.16 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $2,236.00 | $2,139.20 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $4,375.20 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Full Cost Breakdown
- Explore payment options
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2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,525.00 | $8,525.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Per Semester | $8,975.00 | $8,900.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $17,875.00 | |
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
Additional Information
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.
As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.
Available Financial Assistance Resources:
- OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)
- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.
Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:
Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.
- One-on-One Money Counselling
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
- Events and Workshops
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
Click on the course title for a course description.
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Learn critical thinking skills through simulation to perform jobs including on-air personality, board producer, news and sports announcer and program director on our internet radio station, Ignite Radio.
- Through performance-based learning, work with our experienced faculty to provide live and recorded audio content for both college radio stations INDI 101-5 and Ignite Radio.
- In an on-campus lab environment, students will observe, apply and experience hands-on learning using industry standard equipment.
- Learn necessary technical skills by completing real-life projects with industry partners and real-life projects.
- The final semester of the program includes a capstone project. Working independently, students will spend a significant amount of time using varies skills including researching, interviewing, recording, producing and editing a 30 minute podcast. Several podcasts will be selected to air on our FM Radio station – INDI 101-5.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- On-Air Host
- News/Sports Announcer
- Production
- Promotion
- Sales/Marketing
- Representative
- Live Radio Show Producer
- Radio programming
- Social Media
- Podcasts
Where you could work includes:
- Radio Stations
- Voiceover work
- Music industry
- Sound recording industries
- Advertising agencies
- Social Media Companies
- Entrepreneur
Educational Pathways
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program.
Transfer from
You can transfer to the Broadcasting - Radio & Creative Content - 520 from the following programs:
Career Pathways
General Arts and Science Certificate (College Transfer)
Pre-Media and Entertainment
Receiving Program
Broadcasting - Radio & Creative Content
Transfer to
You can transfer from the Broadcasting - Radio & Creative Content - 520 to the following programs:
Broadcasting - Television and Communications Media
Credit transfer agreements have been arranged to make it easier for students to move from Mohawk to another institution.
Transfer From Broadcasting - Radio & Creative Content To
Davenport University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration
- Strategic Management
6191 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
United States
Robert Gordon University
BA (Hons) Journalism
BA (Hons) Media
Garthdee House, Garthdee Road
Garthdee/Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
United Kingdom
Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Search ONTransfer.ca for more pathways with Ontario public colleges and universities.
Mohawk College makes no warranty or endorsement of material contained within links to external websites, nor does the College assume any responsibility for the linked website or its contents.
Tech Requirements
Tech requirements
The Broadcasting – Radio & Creative Content program has a mandatory laptop requirement. All students are required to have a laptop that is capable of effectively running the software packages that we use for instruction. This provides our students with 24/7 access to industry-relevant production tools and learning resources.
The requirement of an approved media capable laptop is foundational to our learning structure and is necessary upon program entry. We have updated our policy to include laptops capable of meeting our required software specifications - both Windows PC laptops and MacBook Pro laptops.
Mohawk College currently has a partnership agreement with Dell. To receive educational discounts when purchasing your new laptop, please visit the Mohawk Custom Online Store. If you already own a laptop which meets our minimum standard necessary to run the required software, a new purchase will not be required.
To Access Mohawk’s Custom Online Store:
- Login to your MyMohawk account with your MohawkID and password.
- Click on the Technology Solutions tab.
- Navigate to the Computer Store and click “Online Dell Store.”
- Once you arrive at the Mohawk College Discount Store webpage, select “Shop Your Standard Configuration” to see the list of laptops we recommend for this program.
Minimum (Better) and Recommended (Best) Workstation Laptop configurations for Fall 2023
- Windows Workstation
- OS: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
- CPU: Intel 12th Gen i7 or better
- GPU: Nvidia RTX 3050 or better
- RAM: 16GB or greater (32GB recommended)
- Internal storage: 500GB or greater SSD
- Recommended machine: Dell Inspiron 16 Plus (7630) or Dell XPS (9530)
Note: Basic PC laptops and Chromebook devices will not be able to run the required professional media-industry software that our students will use regularly during each semester of the Broadcasting – Radio and Creative Content program.
Software Requirements
- Adobe Creative Cloud: A monthly subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud can be purchased from the Adobe Creative Cloud website.
- Microsoft Office: Download at no cost through your Mohawk College account.
Hardware
Students will need specific materials to be successful in the Radio & Creative Content program. These mandatory items will be for your own personal use and will give you 24/7 access to industry-relevant production tools and learning resources both on and off campus. Details of the specific equipment requirements will be given to you during the 1st week of classes. The approximate cost of the items below will be $220.00 (CAD).
- Over-Ear Headphones
- 1/8” male to 1/4” female stereo headphone adapter
- Windsock (specific to our studio microphones)
- USB Microphone (specific to our microphone brand)
Additional Information
Additional Information
- Students will be required to pay a digital print fee
- Broadcast – Radio is a high demand program. Applicants may be requested to provide additional information
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