Overview

About the program

The Journalism program is offered by University of Johannesburg.

Possible careers include:

The communication and media major offers career opportunities in a variety of areas, such as:

Communication Officer
Journalism
Television/film/video producer
Digital content creator
Digital and Social Media Manager
Political Communication
Media Policy and Research
Media Adviser
Media Planners
Market researcher
Communication Consultant
Blogger
Writer

Programme Structure

Courses

A dissertation on a theme from Journalism that provides evidence of the critical sense and research capability of the candidate is required.
A research article that is suitable for publication is also required

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

An average of 65%+ at honours level.

Before you submit your online application and upload/email documents, please visit the relevant faculty/department website to confirm additional documentation that may be required e.g. departmental application form, CV, motivation, thesis etc.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Courses

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Johannesburg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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