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

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-05-14

Program overview

Program Overview

The Radio and Television - Television program at NAIT is designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to produce and star in television programs. This hands-on program emphasizes practical experience, allowing students to engage in various aspects of television production, including operating cameras, managing studio lights, conducting interviews, and reading teleprompters. With a focus on real-world applications, students will gain valuable insights into the broadcasting industry, preparing them for a successful career in television.

Program Structure

The Radio and Television - Television program is a full-time diploma course that spans 2 years. The program is structured as follows:

Two 15-week semesters each academic year.
Common first semester with students from both Radio and Television programs, covering a wide range of communication skills.
Second semester focuses on television-specific courses and hands-on projects.
In the third term, students work on the NAIT NewsWatch television broadcast, enhancing their technical skills.
The final term includes a 15-week work placement, providing direct industry experience.

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

Featured Experiences

Hands-on training in a real television newsroom environment.
Opportunities to work with industry-standard digital equipment and modern studios.
Collaboration with experienced instructors who are professionals in the broadcasting field.
Participation in NAIT's campus radio station (NR92) to gain practical experience.
Networking opportunities through work placements at various media outlets.

Career Options

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

Television Producer: Responsible for overseeing the production of television shows, managing budgets, and coordinating staff.
Broadcast Journalist: Engages in news writing and reporting, conducting interviews, and presenting news stories on air.
Camera Operator: Operates cameras during live broadcasts and recordings, ensuring high-quality visual content.
Video Editor: Edits video footage for television programs, commercials, and online content, ensuring a polished final product.
Social Media Manager: Manages online content and engagement for television programs, utilizing social media platforms to reach audiences.

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.

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

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 - B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Minimum score of 169 in each section
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!