Broadcasting – Television (RTVT) at Seneca Polytechnic - Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-07-10

Program overview

The Broadcasting – Television (RTVT) program at Seneca is a comprehensive two-year diploma course designed to equip students with essential skills in audio and video production. Throughout the program, students will engage in hands-on learning experiences, guided by industry professionals, to create engaging video content from the initial script writing to the final audio mix. This program emphasizes practical skills and creativity, preparing students for various platforms in the broadcasting industry. Students starting in the winter term will also need to attend classes during the summer term to stay on track with their studies.

Program structure

The Broadcasting – Television (RTVT) program is structured over a duration of 4 semesters (2 years). The program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining online coursework with in-person classes, ensuring a flexible learning experience. Key features of the program structure include:

Field Placement: A mandatory field placement of 100 hours is included, allowing students to apply their knowledge in a professional broadcast environment.
Hands-on Learning: Students will gain practical experience through various projects and assignments.
Summer Term Requirement: Students starting in the winter term must attend classes during the summer for their second semester.

This program is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education in broadcasting, preparing them for a successful career in the media industry.

Featured Experiences

The Broadcasting – Television (RTVT) program offers several unique experiences that enhance the learning journey:

Field Placement: Students gain real-world experience by completing a field placement in a professional broadcast setting.
Integrated Newsroom Lab: Access to a state-of-the-art Integrated Newsroom Lab provides hands-on, practical experience in a simulated newsroom environment.
Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced professionals in the field, ensuring that students receive relevant and up-to-date knowledge.
Collaborative Projects: Opportunities to work on collaborative projects that mimic real industry scenarios.

These experiences are designed to prepare students for the demands of the broadcasting industry and to help them develop essential skills for their future careers.

Career Options

Graduates of the Broadcasting – Television (RTVT) program can pursue a variety of career options in Canada, including:

Television Producer: Responsible for overseeing the production of television programs, managing budgets, and coordinating staff.
Video Producer: Focuses on creating video content for various platforms, ensuring high-quality production standards.
Production Coordinator: Manages logistics and schedules for production teams, ensuring smooth operations during filming.
Camera Operator: Operates cameras during shoots, capturing high-quality footage for television and film.
Editor: Edits video footage to create cohesive and engaging final products, working closely with producers and directors.

Other potential career paths include roles such as Technical Director and Post-Production Audio Mixer, allowing graduates to find opportunities in television, cable, internet, commercial, industrial, and educational production sectors.

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 2025-07-10

Program overview

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Broadcasting – Television (RTVT) program, applicants must meet the following Academic Requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant.
English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents may satisfy the Language Requirements for this program through successful Seneca pre-admission testing.

For international students, additional documents or assessments may be required upon request. It is important to note that all international applicants must meet Seneca’s Language Requirements.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For any clarification and support regarding the admission process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

All applicants to Seneca must be well prepared to study in English. If you are coming from a country where English is not the primary language, you must show one of the following:

Successful completion of a minimum of two years of full-time study in a school and country where English is the primary language
Successful completion of a minimum of one year of full-time study at the postsecondary level in an institution and country where English is the primary language
Successful completion of an intensive English program
English proficiency test scores from one of the international English language testing bodies listed below. Only tests taken in the last two years are considered valid

Please note that the requirements below are the minimum cut-offs and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Highly competitive program seats will be offered to the most highly qualified applicants based on ranking from highest to lowest.

Tests	Certificate Programs	Diploma Programs
IELTS Academic	Minimum 6.0 with no skill below 5.5	Minimum 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
TOEFL iBT	Minimum 80 with no skill below 20	Minimum 80 with no skill below 20
Duolingo	Minimum score 105 to 110	Minimum score 105 to 110
PTE Academic	Minimum score 58	Minimum score 58

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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.

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Last updated on 2025-12-06

Program overview