Baccalauréat en communication, politique et société (7641) — devient « Baccalauréat en communication politique » dès l'automne 2027
Published R score thresholds
| Threshold type | R score | Term | Applicant category | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required minimum R score | 23 | Fall 2027 | DEC basis | Source |
| R score of the last admitted applicant | 22 | Fall 2026 | DEC basis | Source |
| R score of the last admitted applicant | 2.5 | Fall 2026 | University basis | Source |
Minimum performance score (cote de rendement) required in the version of the program applicable starting in fall 2027 (program renamed "communication politique", not limited-enrolment).
R score of the last admitted candidate under the former limited-enrolment regime ("communication, politique et société"), central statistics page, data as of August 25, 2026.
Cumulative average (on 4.3) of the last admitted candidate under the former limited-enrolment regime. The 2027 version also requires a minimum average of 2.5 on 4.3.
Prerequisites
Basis of admission
- DEC
- Experience basis (21 years and over)
- University basis (5 courses, 15 credits)
- Outside-Quebec studies basis
CHANGE OF REGIME: in fall 2026, the program (under the name "communication, politique et société") was LIMITED-ENROLMENT — 172 applications, 153 offers, last admitted at an R score of 22. The version of the program that applies to admissions starting in fall 2027, published on the current page, renames it "Baccalauréat en communication politique", declares it NOT limited-enrolment and requires a minimum R score of 23 (DEC basis). University basis (2027 version): 15 credits, minimum average of 2.5 on 4.3. Experience basis: 21 years and over, at least 2 years full-time (or the part-time equivalent) in politics or communications. Outside-Quebec basis: diploma after at least 13 years of schooling, minimum average of 11 on 20. Fall admission only. The "contingente" field reflects the regime in effect starting in fall 2027.
Key dates
| Date | Deadline | Applicant category |
|---|---|---|
| Application deadline — Fall 2027: not yet published by UQAM (last published cycle, Fall 2026: April 15, 2026 for this program) — see the official deadline table | General UQAM date, applicants from Quebec and Canada (official dates by program on apps.uqam.ca) |
Possible bridging options
Knowledge of English Required
The candidate must have sufficient knowledge of English (version of the program applicable starting in fall 2027).
Knowledge of French Required
Proficiency in French attested by the uniform French examination required to obtain the DEC or UQAM's written French test (exemptions: degree from a francophone university, test passed at another Quebec university).
If you're not eligible yet
- R score below the minimum of 23 required starting in fall 2027 (or below the last admitted of 22 in fall 2026)
Official pathways
Revised application for admission after the winter term
Program (7641, under its name "communication, politique et société") is among the limited-enrolment programs participating in the official refusal-review mechanism: application until July 15 after improvement of results in the winter term.
The program's status changes between fall 2026 (limited-enrolment) and fall 2027 (not limited-enrolment, minimum R score 23): check the version applicable to the targeted term before using these thresholds.
Adjacent programs
- Baccalauréat en science politique
- Baccalauréat en communication (journalisme)
- Baccalauréat en communication stratégique et relations publiques
- Baccalauréat en relations internationales et droit international (BRIDI)
Official sources
Data verified on October 26, 2026 from the university's official sources. A past threshold does not guarantee admission: it describes previous years.