This degree prepares students for a variety of media-related careers by teaching them about the concepts and skills used in print, broadcast, and web-based journalism. Students gain hands-on experience in researching, developing, and editing news pieces.
Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Arts in Journalism in Ghana are:
Ghana Institute Of Journalism.
University Of Ghana School Of Communication Studies.
University Of Education Department Of Communication And Media Studies.
Islamic University College Ghana Department Of Communication Studies.
Bluecrest University College School Of Journalism And Mass Communication.
1.West African Examinations Council (WAEC)
Requirement
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): Grade C6 or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three (3) elective subjects.
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE): Grade D or better in three (3) core subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three (3) elective subjects.
General Certificate of Education (GCE): Advanced Level Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for Science students.
Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE): Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE)
2.Higher National Diploma (HND) Qualifications
HND holders must have graduated with a good HND certificate (i.e. at least 2nd Class Lower Division).
3.Diploma Holders
Diploma holders with FGPA of 3.0 or better from an institution whose diploma programme has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) or from a foreign institution that is recognized by NAB may be considered for admission.
4.Mature Candidates
Applicants who could not obtain secondary education earlier in their lives may be considered for admission provided they:
are 25 years or above by August 31, 2018
show proof of age with birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date which is at least 5 years old at the time of application
submit an introductory letter from employer or show any other proof of work experience.
pass the Mature S