Advanced Certificate in Journalism
- Level
- Advanced Certificate(MNQF Level 4)
- Duration
- 1 year(2 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time (Evening))
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 6,960
SUMMARY
- previous Intake
- February Intake 2025
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time)
previous Intake
Overview
With the growth of the Maldivian journalism industry and the increasing demand for news, it is crucial for the country to establish a journalism program that educates students in professional standards, skills, and practices. Furthermore, despite the existence of numerous short-term training programs in the Maldives, there is a high demand for a journalism diploma that provides students with a comprehensive and long-term education in the field.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) Three passes in GCE O' Level/IGCSE/SSC or equivalent; OR
- ii) Attainment of a Level 3 qualification OR
Alternative Entry
- i) 18 years old and 1 year work experience AND Ability to communicate in the language of instruction
General Notes
- Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
- Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
- Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | DHI017 Dhivehi 1 (CORE) | Dhivehi 1 | Nil | 15 Dhivehi 1 (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
ENG017 English 1 (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
JOU101 Introduction to Mass Communication (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
SOC015 Maldivian Studies (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | DHI111 Dhivehi II (CORE) | Dhivehi II | Nil | 15 Dhivehi II (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
ENG023 English II (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
JOU001 Introduction to News and Media Ethics (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
JOU003 Introduction to Digital Journalism (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
| Course Total | 120 CP | Total: 6,960 6,960 |
Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.
While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.
Careers
Broadcast journalist Online journalist Investigative journalist Public relation officer Social media Photojournalist Digital Marker Videographer Video editor TV producer