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Bachelor of Journalism and Communication

The Bachelor of Journalism and Communication provides students with strong skills in news reporting, multimedia storytelling, public relations, corporate communication, and digital media. The programme blends theory with practical training in media labs, field assignments, and internships, enabling students to master both traditional and modern communication tools.

Graduates are prepared for careers in journalism, broadcasting, public relations, digital content creation, corporate communication, and media management, with opportunities to advance into postgraduate studies in communication and media-related fields.

  • Credential: Bachelors' Degree

  • Duration: Three Years

  • Mode of Delivery: Physical Classes; on Campus

  • Language of Delivery: English

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Direct Entry

  • Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent, with at least five passes including English and Mathematics.

  • Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) with at least two principal passes obtained at the same sitting.

  • Essential subjects may include: Economics, Entrepreneurship, Mathematics, Geography, Literature, Computer Studies, and other business-related subjects.

  • General Paper is desirable.

 

Diploma Entry

  • A relevant Diploma in Business, Accounting, Finance, Management, or related field from a recognized institution.

  • Diploma holders may be admitted to Year Two of the BBA programme, subject to credit evaluation.

 

Mature Age Entry

  • Applicants aged 25 years and above with UCE or its equivalent may be admitted after passing the Mature Age Entry Examination, as per NCHE guidelines.

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Program of Interest

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