Ghana Institute of Journalism provides training in journalism toward the development of a patriotic cadre of journalists to play an active role in the emancipation of the African continent.
Ghana Institute of Journalism Courses
- A two-year Diploma in Communication Studies
- A four/three year B. A. in Communication Studies
- A two-year B.A. in Communication Studies Top-Up Programme for Diploma
graduates. - A 15-Month intensive MA Programmes
Ghana Institute of Journalism Admission Requirement
B.A. Communication Studies
SSSCE HOLDERS
Applicants must possess passes (A – D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics, and three (3) elective subjects with an overall aggregate of 24 or better.
WASSCE HOLDERS
Applicants must possess passes(A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics, and three (3) elective subjects with an overall aggregate of 36 or better
GCE ADVANCED LEVEL HOLDERS
Applicants must possess a General Certificate of Examinations (GCE) ‘A’ Level Grade E or better in three (3) subjects, at least, one of which should be Grade D or better Credit passes i.e. Grade 6 or better in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level (‘O” Level) subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject, for non-science students.
Diploma in Communication Studies
SSSCE HOLDERS
Applicants must possess six (6) passes (A-D) in all subjects, including English and Mathematics. For areas of specialisation, three (3) of the passes must be in relevant subjects.
WASSCE HOLDERS
Applicants must possess six (6) passes (A1-C6) in all subjects, including English and Mathematics, and must possess a minimum of C6 in any three (3) of the passes relevant to the area of specialisation.
MATURE STUDENTS (Who can apply?)
Persons wishing to enter the Ghana Institute of Journalism as Mature Students must be at least 25 years old and show proof of age with a birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of date of birth which is at least 5 years old at the time of application
Applicants will be considered for admission on passing a special entrance examination conducted by the Institute and an interview.
NOTE:
Applicants will be selected based on a competitive cut-off point for the year.
Candidates awaiting results are eligible to apply.
International Students
- International students who hold equivalent qualifications are eligible to apply for any of the programmes. However, applicants should have their certificates and/or qualifications verified by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) before they can be admitted.
- Furthermore, applicants from non-English speaking countries must meet a minimum level of English Language proficiency.
How To Apply For Admission
- An applicant must pay the relevant application fee at any Fidelity Bank branch by providing applicant’s name and telephone number.
- You will be provided with your application number/ transaction ID at the bank that will grant you access to the Online Admission Portal.
- Applicant should then proceed to the Online Admission Portal: http://registration.gij.edu.gh/Apply/Start to begin the application process.
- Once the process has been completed, applicant must print out a copy of the completed application form together with one passport photograph and supporting documents to the address below.
THE DEPUTY REGISTRAR
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS REGISTRY
GHANA INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM
P.O. BOX GP 667, ACCRA
Closing date for applications: Tuesday, 31st August, 2021
For any further enquiries or help, contact: 0302-228336 or 026-9501772
Email: [email protected]
Postgraduate Application Process
- An applicant must pay the relevant application fee at any Fidelity Bank branch by providing applicant’s name and telephone number.
- You will be provided with your application number/ transaction ID at the bank that will grant you access to the Online Admission Portal.
- Applicant should then proceed to the Online Admission Portal: http://registration.gij.edu.gh/Apply/Start to begin the application process.
- Once the process has been completed, applicant must print out a copy of the completed application form together with one passport photograph and supporting documents to the address below.
THE DEPUTY REGISTRAR
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS REGISTRY
GHANA INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM
P.O. BOX GP 667, ACCRA
Closing date for applications: Tuesday, 31st August, 2021
For any further enquiries or help, contact: 0302-228336 or 026-9501772
Email: [email protected]