Communication and Digital Media

Founded in 1907 and located in Trois-Rivières, the University of Quebec Trois-Rivières (UQTR) is a compact, multidisciplinary institution that delivers practical, research-informed teaching across arts, sciences, business, health and engineering. Serving roughly 9,000 students and offering about 225 programs, UQTR combines small-class engagement with a wide curriculum so students can tailor study paths and gain hands-on experience within their fields.

The university emphasizes applied learning through internships, co-op placements and community partnerships that connect classroom study to regional industry. Research collaboration is active across laboratories and centers, enabling students to work alongside faculty on projects that address local and global challenges. Campus facilities are modern and supportive, and the bilingual Quebec setting provides international students with an opportunity to improve French or English skills while accessing dedicated student services, language support and orientation programs.

With about 1,500 international students, UQTR offers a welcoming environment for newcomers who value affordable living, strong student support and a balance of academic rigor and practical training. Career services, professional networks in the Mauricie region and pathways to graduate study help graduates transition from study to employment. Prospective students seeking a research-active, community-centered university in a friendly mid-sized Canadian city will find UQTR a strategic and student-friendly choice.

The Communication and Digital Media program at the University of Quebec Trois Rivieres is a non-degree program that helps students develop knowledge and skills in communication and digital media. This one-year program is taught in English and is open to students with a bachelor's degree. The program focuses on the planning, management, and use of digital media tools.

The curriculum includes compulsory courses such as writing practice in social media, communication plan in the digital age, and digital communication. Students also choose from optional courses like public speaking, digital influence, and production of video content for digital media. The program helps students develop skills in communication, digital media, and project management.

Graduates of the Communication and Digital Media program can work as social media managers, digital communication specialists, public relations specialists, content creators, or digital marketing coordinators. They can find jobs in media companies, advertising agencies, non-profit organizations, or private businesses.