College Diploma - Radio and Television - Radio at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-05-14

Program overview

Program Overview

NAIT's Radio and Television program offers an intensive hands-on training experience through a non-traditional approach. This program is designed to provide students with comprehensive exposure to all operational aspects of broadcast media. Students will engage in practical learning opportunities that prepare them for a successful career in the industry. With a focus on real-world applications, the program emphasizes the development of essential skills needed in radio and television broadcasting.

Program Structure

The Radio and Television program is a 2-year full-time diploma that consists of two distinct yet interrelated programs. The structure of the program includes:

Two 15-week semesters each academic year.
A common first semester shared with classmates from both the Radio and Television programs, focusing on a wide range of communication skills.
Hands-on training in the second semester, where students will work on radio-focused courses and projects.
In the third term, students will advance their technical skills by participating in the NR92 radio broadcast.
A final 15-week work placement in the last term, providing direct industry experience.

This program also includes a mandatory work-integrated learning component, allowing students to apply their skills in real-world settings. The delivery mode is in-person, with classes scheduled on weekdays during the daytime.

Featured Experiences

Hands-on training using industry-standard digital equipment and labs.
Opportunities to work as staff for NAIT's campus radio station (NR92) and television newsroom (NAIT NewsWatch).
Collaboration with highly-qualified instructors who have extensive industry experience.
Networking opportunities through a 15-week work placement at various radio or television stations, production studios, or freelance situations.

Career Options

Graduates of the Radio and Television program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Radio Announcer: Responsible for hosting radio shows, presenting news, and engaging with listeners.
Broadcast Journalist: Covers news stories, conducts interviews, and reports on various topics for radio and television.
Audio Producer: Works on the technical aspects of sound production, including editing and mixing audio for broadcasts.
Social Media Manager: Manages online presence and engages audiences through social media platforms for radio and television stations.
Content Creator: Develops and produces engaging content for various media platforms, including online and broadcast channels.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-05-14

Program overview

Academic Requirements

This content is specific to the selected Jan 08, 2025 intake.

The specific academic requirements you must meet to be considered for admission are as follows:

Minimum of 63% in Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2)

For students who may not meet the minimum entrance requirements, there are alternative entrance pathways available:

Successful completion of a minimum of 24 post-secondary credits or 8 post-secondary courses within an accredited or recognized degree or diploma in a related field (design or arts) with an Admission GPA of 2.0 based on the most recently completed 24 post-secondary credits.

Note: Acceptance into the program does not guarantee transfer credits. Transfer credits evaluation will take place after the student is accepted into the program.

Additionally, applicants who successfully completed one of NAIT’s RATV100, RATV200, or RATV300 courses prior to September 2019 may use it as a substitute for the Math, Science, or Social Studies requirement. No other substitutions are permitted.

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International Applications Open: Jan 01, 2024

International Applications Deadline: Once the program is full

Seats are limited - Apply early! Applications will remain open for at least one month from the open date. If the program/waitlist fills after that date, applications will close.

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Language Requirements

English is the language of instruction at NAIT. To satisfy the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement when applying to a NAIT program, you can demonstrate your proficiency in one of the following ways:

NAIT accepts the following English Language Proficiency tests:

IELTS Academic - Minimum score of 6.0 in each section
NAIT’s ELP Exam - Minimum score of 73% or “B” in each section
Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment (CLB) - Minimum score of 8.0 in each section
CAEL - Minimum overall score of 60
Cambridge English Language Assessment - Minimum score of 169 in each section for B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
TOEFL iBT - Minimum score of 20 in each section; effective Fall 2025: 70 overall score, with a minimum score of 17 in each section
Duolingo - Minimum overall score of 115, with a minimum score of 100 in each integrated subscore
Michigan English Test (MET) - Minimum overall score of 59
PTE Academic - Minimum overall score of 58
LanguageCert B2 Communicator Test - Minimum score of 38 in each section

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!