Diploma in Journalism
Diploma in Journalism
Duration: 2-year undergraduate programme in journalism.
1st year required courses: Language skills, introduction to broadcasting, print journalism, creative writing, introduction to social psychology, and logic/critical thinking.
2nd year required courses: Media management, conflict resolution, media entrepreneurship, advance print journalism, and research methods. A 3-month internship at the end of their second year and students are expected to produce a full report of at least 1,500 words covering their practicum experiences and acquired knowledge.
Elective courses: Sports reporting, political reporting, business & economic reporting, entertainment reporting, and science reporting. The Programme makes use of classroom lectures, group work, practical exercises involving reporting from the various beats and publishing on individual blogs, and in the department’s newsletter.