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Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication(Journalism and Mass Communication) in Kenya

Discover colleges and universities in Kenya currently offering Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication(Journalism and Mass Communication), plus course details, typical duration and related programmes.

Course Name
Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication(Journalism and Mass Communication)
Major Subject
Journalism and Mass Communication
Course Category
Degree
Average Study Duration
4 years
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About Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication(Journalism and Mass Communication)

Colleges Offering Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication(Journalism and Mass Communication)

Universities Offering Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication(Journalism and Mass Communication)

Those who pursue this program are introduced
to the meaning of journalism and activities
involved in collection,analysis and presentation of
information.Journalists are trained to cover
news in different areas depending on their
specialization like in business,sports
and investigative journalism.

Entry requirements
- A minimum of C+ in KCSE with a C+
in English and kiswahili or a diploma
in journalism and mass communication or
its equivalent.

Period of study
- The course takes four years
Admission requirements
-Students applying for
this program are required
to be holding any one of the
the qualifications below:
(i)At least A in English,A-
in kiswahili,B+ in maths or
A in group three and four subjects.
(ii)Principal D in at least two subjects
at A level in either sciences or arts subjects
obtained in the same sitting.
(iii)A diploma in relevant discipline from a recognized
institution.

Program duration
- Four years
Admission shall be granted to holders of any of the qualifications below:
(i) A mean grade of C+ at KCSE OR

(ii) C in English at KCSE, Principal passes and two subsidiaries in A-Level.

(iii) Diploma in Journalism Technology (KNEC) or equivalent qualification.

(iv) Higher Diploma (H.Dip) in Journalism and Mass Communication or equivalent.

Course duration.
Eight semesters.
Admission requirements
(i) KCSE C+ with a C+ in English and Kiswahili or

(ii) Division II and above or

(iii) A two-year certificate or

(iv) A pre-university certificate or

(v) A business-related diploma from a reputable institution.

Period of study
Four years

Mode of study
Full time
Entry requirements
Admission to Bachelor’s Degree Programs will be based on the attainment of KCSE mean grade C+, a KNEC diploma or the equivalent of each as recognized by the University Senate and the Commission for University Education. Individual programs may require higher grades, but a C+ overall grade will be the minimum threshold.

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