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Enrolment Dates for new Journalism and Communication intakes

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  • November 20, 2021

Enrol now! Applications are open for persons interested in studying at the Media Academy For Journalism and Communication.Pick a form for just D300About MAJaC:MAJaC is a media academy for journalism and communication. It  aims to provide a broad based high quality training for journalists and communicators. It offers a curriculum modeled to the UNESCO standards and accredited and certified by the National Accreditation and Quality Assurance Authority (NAQAA). The academy values tolerance, independence and social responsibility in a holistic atmosphere under a conducive environment to ensure excellence. It offers certificate, diploma and advanced diploma in journalism which covers communications and multimedia. It also offers short and specialized courses to meet the demands of the market. Today and tomorrow’s journalists have a daunting task of satisfying their audience for they would be required to more than just tell a story; they have to create reports that their audience can relate with and get involved in. Such forward-thinking tools are what practicing and aspiring journalists’ desire today. At MAJaC, you are assured of walking away with these skills. If you have the skill, passion and determination to be a journalist of the future; if you are a journalist who knows a good story but lacks the skills, talent and confidence to tell it in a compelling way, think MAJaC. It is the perfect academy for you. MAJaC is the premier journalism academy in the country.Nature of the CourseWe combine theory and hands through classroom sessions, distance learning and actual journalism production for print, radio, web& Photojournalism, TV and multimediaOur trainees graduate with skills in:-          English language for Journalists-          ICT  -          Digital Media-          Media Laws and Ethics -          Web & Photojournalism-          News Writing and Reporting  (Proactive News Reporting, Interviewing, Research, Background Journalism)-          Television Production-          Radio Production -          International Human Right Laws-          International Relations-          Public Relations -          Psychology Who can apply?Our foundation and certificate programmes are designed for practicing and want-to-become journalists as well as communication, public relations officers willing to widen their horizon in journalism and communication. Fresh school leavers with their WASSE results are encouraged to apply. Course duration for Certificate: Six months Tuition fee: D8, 600 only and examination fees of D1, 375 totaling D9, 975. All admitted candidates should put up an initial deposit of 60% of the tuition fees before the start of the course. Course duration for Foundation: four months Tuition fee: D6, 350 only and examination fees of D1, 375 totaling D7, 725. All admitted candidates should put up an initial deposit of 60% of the tuition fees before the start of the course. NOTE: These tuition fees are subject to change.* Eligibility For Certificate Applicants should have at least 4 O/Level credits.A credit in English language is a MUSTA journalist with at least two years’ experience  Eligibility For Foundation Applicants should have at least 3 O/Level credits.A pass in English language is a MUST Deadline for Submission of application is:  18th December 2021. 12:00pm. Note: All applications must be addressed to the Director of Training and enclosed in an envelope. They must be delivered at the school on or before the deadline. The school is located at Bakau Newtown.