Semiotics and Communication Theory
Semiotics is the science of communication and sign systems. Semiotics looks at the ways people understand phenomena and organize them mentally, and the subsequent ways in which they create means of transmitting that understanding with others. Although natural and artificial languages are therefore central to semiotics, the field covers all non-verbal signaling and beyond. Knowledge, meaning, intention and action are thus fundamental concepts in semiotics. By virtue of the interdisciplinary nature of semiotics, in the Semiotics and Communication Theory programs students will study core courses at Victoria College, with a chance to incorporate further studies in areas such as anthropology, literary studies, philosophy, media, history, etc
Admission Information
- Apply to the Humanities admission category on the St. George campus
- Six Grade 12 U or M courses, including English are required
- Students outside of Ontario should have the equivalent senior high school credits
Honours Bachelor of Arts Program
- Semiotics and Communication Theory (minor)
First-Year Courses
No first-year courses are offered in Semiotics and Communication Theory.
Advice for First Year
A minor in Semiotics and Communication Theory requires one of the following first year courses: ANT 100Y1 – Introduction to Anthropology, LIN 100Y1 – Introduction to General Linguistics, PHL 100Y1 – Introduction to Philosophy, PHL 102Y1 - or SOC 101Y1 – Introduction to Sociology. It is recommended that students take one of these courses in their first year of study.
Careers
Direct career opportunities include:
| Columnist | Community Relations Professional |
| Editorial Assistant | Communications Specialist |
| Researcher | Corporate Trainer |
| Copy Editor | Media Relations Officer |
| Layout Coordinator | Speech Researcher |
| Production Assistant | Politician |
| Promotions Specialist | Writer-Producer |
