Journalism is the production and distribution of reports on current events based on facts and supported with proof or evidence.
This is a 12-month Master of Arts Degree programme.
The focus is to train people from diverse backgrounds to apply and utilize concepts and models of journalism within the broad social science traditions of media and communication.
We also recognise that journalism teaching and practice is assuming complex dimension due to the increasing deployment of technological tools. The application of digital revolution to journalism practice with its attendant variety offered by the internet via social media is defying the original notions of journalism practice.
As the pioneer institution which blazed the trail in providing both pedagogic and didactic services to students and professionals across the discipline, the time has come for G.I.J. to diversify the field.
GIJ is one of the best schools in Ghana offering M.A. In Journalism, courses
find below GIJM.A. In Journalism course, structures, and entry requirements
GIJ M.A. In Journalism Entry Requirements
SSSCE HOLDERS
Applicants must possess passes (A-D) in five (5) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics and two (2) elective subjects with an overall aggregate of 20 or better.
WASSCE HOLDERS
Applicants must possess passes(A1-C6) in five (5) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics and two (2) elective subjects with an overall aggregate of 30 or better.
MATURE STUDENTS (Who can apply?)
Persons wishing to enter the Ghana Institute of Journalism as Mature Students must not be less than 25 years old.
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements:
Credit Passes (A1 – C6 in WASSCE and A – D in SSSCE) in five (5) subjects comprising three core subjects, including English Language and Core Mathematics plus two (2) elective subjects
Applicants whose qualifications do not meet the requirements for admission as in (i) above may be considered for admission on passing a special entrance examination conducted by the University and an interview.
Applicants should note that those who meet the requirements for admission as in (i) above will not be required to take any entrance examination.
NOTE:
Applicants will be selected based on a competitive cut-off point for the year. Candidates awaiting results are eligible to apply.