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38 Lanark Road, Avondale, Harare
College: College of Social Sciences, Theology, Humanities and Education
Programme Level: Undergraduate
Duration: 4 year(s)
Department: Department of Humanities & Social Sciences
Learning Mode: Full Time
Location: Main Campus
The programme aims to answer to a gap in the market for a media and journalism degree that places emphasis particularly on the African context. At the same time, it will give students the skills and knowledge to compete favourably in a global media context, where the hunger for previously untold stories from Africa is intense. The department envisages that students armed with this degree should be able to market their skills not only regionally but also to global media houses.
5 credit passes in GCE Ordinary Level examinations including English Language and at least 2 passes at Advanced Level in English and a pass in any one of the following subjects History, International Relations, Law, Sociology, Geography, Human Resources, Environmental Studies, Philosophy, Cultural Studies, Marketing, Computer Studies and Religious Studies. Mathematics is an added advantage
Equivalent passes in the applicant’s countries of origin will also be considered.
Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds will be required to demonstrate proficiency in the English Language by either producing acceptable IELTS (a pass at band 6 and above) or TOEFL (a score of 600 and above).
Special Entry:
Notwithstanding the above, candidates with 5 O’Level passes including English Language and Mathematics with a minimum “C” grade and a relevant three-year Diploma in English and Communication Studies, Diploma in Journalism and Media Studies and Development Studies from a recognized and accredited institution may be granted admission to the first year of the Bachelor of Arts in Media and Journalism Honours degree programme.
Mature Entry
| Tuition | Registration Fee | Technology Fee | Student Union Fee | Laboratory Fee | Health Fee | Full Board |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $ 1680 | $ 50 | $ 100 | $ 20 | $ | $ 125 | $ 1000 |
Media and Journalism Researchers and Instructors
Community Outreach Managers
Media Commentators
Program developers
Documentary filmmakers
Advocacy and the arts
Cultural Heritage Officer
Online research officers (for government, corporate, non-profit)
Online magazines
Broadcast journalism
Social media
Digital marketing
Corporate Communications
Consultancies
Market research
Advertising
Public relations
Entertainment & Leisure
Content providers (writers, directors, producers)
Academics
Publishing
Programme Reviewers
Entrepreneurs
Editorial Assistants and Copywriting