- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Podcasts are ubiquitous nowadays, being created for brand marketing and awareness, education and entertainment purposes. This course will cover content preparation, storytelling, interviewing, writing, audio-editing, marketing and basic graphic design for promotional purposes. You’ll also learn about equipment, apps and software available to facilitate podcast-making. All you need is a smartphone to get started. Much of what we'll cover is also applicable to people pursuing broadcast careers.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$675.87 - $676.39 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Conceive of and produce an audio podcast.
- Identify technical requirements, equipment and software applications necessary for podcast creation.
- Create conversational written material for podcast audiences (writing for the ear).
- Create effective lines of interview questioning.
- Identify ways to promote a podcast using digital channels.
- Create digital marketing graphics, such as a logo and social media shareables.
- Demonstrate the basics of audio recording and digital editing.
- Apply podcast hosting performance techniques.
Effective as of Winter 2025
Related Programs
Podcasting (BCST 3259) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Broadcast and Digital Journalism
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Music Business
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Radio Arts and Entertainment
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of BCST 3259 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 67415
Dates
Apr 10 - Jul 10 Loading
- CRN 67415
- $675.87 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10 - Jul 10 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:15 | Online |
Duration
14 weeks
Instructor
Karen Tankard
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will be delivered synchronously ONLINE, requiring your attendance and participation in scheduled online lectures for the duration of the course. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. If seats remain, registration is permitted without approval up to April 16th, by calling 604-434-1610.
Status
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of BCST 3259 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 48140
Dates
Sep 11 - Dec 11 Loading
- CRN 48140
- $676.39 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Dec 11 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:15 | Online |
Duration
14 weeks
Instructor
Karen Tankard
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will be delivered synchronously ONLINE, requiring your attendance and participation in scheduled online lectures for the duration of the course. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. If seats remain registration is permitted after the course start date up to Sep 17th, by calling 604-434-1610, without program approval.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.