Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
- Level
- Bachelors Degree(MNQF Level 7)
- Duration
- 3 years(6 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 20,880 - 21,780 (Applicable for Free First Degree Scheme)
SUMMARY
- current Intake
- February Intake 2025
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time)
current Intake
Overview
In this new era, marked by the emergence of concepts like democracy in the Maldives, the significance of journalism as the fourth pillar cannot be overstated. There is a pressing need to cultivate competent and impartial journalists who can effectively serve the country and fulfill their crucial role in holding the other three pillars accountable for their actions. As the Maldivian journalism industry continues to expand and the demand for high-quality journalistic content in the media rises, it becomes essential for the country to establish a journalism degree program that educates students in professional standards, skills, and practices.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) Two passes at GCE AL/HSC or equivalent and certified proficiency in English Language (GCE O'Level/IGCSE English Language or satisfactory performance in a written test of English Language or equivalent); OR
- ii) Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field; OR
- iii) Completion of MNU Certificate 4 - Foundation Studies program (any) or equivalent; OR
Alternative Entry
- i) Completion of a level 4 qualification (unrelated) and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program; OR
- ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program
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 | GEN105 Academic Discourse (CORE) | Academic Discourse | Nil | 15 Academic Discourse (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
JOU105 News Reporting and Writing I (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
JOU109 Multimedia Journalism (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
JOU201 Journalism Law and Ethics (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | JOU111 Television Journalism (CORE) | Television Journalism | Nil | 15 Television Journalism (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
JOU113 Radio Reporting (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
JOU115 Basic Journalism Internship (CORE) | JOU105 | 870 870 | |||
JOU207 News Reporting and Writing II (CORE) | JOU105 | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 | |||
| Exit with Diploma in Journalism after successful completion | 120 | 6,960 6,960 |
Semester 3
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | JOU215 Ethical Reporting Women & Children's Issues (CORE) | Ethical Reporting Women & Children's Issues | JOU 201 | 15 Ethical Reporting Women & Children's Issues (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
JOU217 Principles of Advertising (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
JOU221 Media Program Production (CORE) | JOU111 & JOU 113 | 870 870 | |||
PSY201 Critical Thinking (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
Semester 4
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | JOU 213 Media Issues (CORE) | Media Issues | Nil | 15 Media Issues (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
JOU223 News Media & Digital Journalism (CORE) | JOU109 | 870 870 | |||
Elective 1 (ELECTIVE) | 870 870 | ||||
Elective 2 (ELECTIVE) | |||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 - 3,930 3,480 - 3,930 |
Semester 5
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | JOU301 News paper Editing & Design (CORE) | News paper Editing & Design | JOU105 & JOU 107 | 15 News paper Editing & Design (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
JOU303 Advanced TV & Radio (CORE) | JOU221 | 870 870 | |||
JOU305 Economics for Journalists (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
Elective 3 (ELECTIVE) | 870 870 | ||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 - 3,930 3,480 - 3,930 |
Semester 6
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | HIS301 Modern Maldivian History (CORE) | Modern Maldivian History | Nil | 15 Modern Maldivian History (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
JOU307 Reporting Special Events & Issues (CORE) | JOU213 | 870 870 | |||
JOU311 Journalism Internship II (CORE) | JOU115 | 870 870 | |||
JOU313 Advanced Anchoring and Presenting (CORE) | JOU303 | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
Elective 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTIVE | DHI 313 Advanced Writing Rhetoric (ELECTIVE) | Advanced Writing Rhetoric | Nil | 15 Advanced Writing Rhetoric (ELECTIVE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
ENG217 Persuasive communication (ELECTIVE) | Nil | 870 870 |
Elective 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTIVE | ISL 105 Islam in the context of Journalism (ELECTIVE) | Islam in the context of Journalism | Nil | 15 Islam in the context of Journalism (ELECTIVE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
POL109 Islam and Political thoughts (ELECTIVE) | Nil | 1,320 1,320 |
Elective 3
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTIVE | DHI 303 Research Methods (ELECTIVE) | Research Methods | Nil | 15 Research Methods (ELECTIVE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
POL 303 Politics and Research: Skills and Methods (ELECTIVE) | Nil | 1,320 1,320 |
| Course Total | 360 CP | Total: 20,880 - 21,780 20,880 - 21,780 |
Careers
Broadcast journalist Radio/TV presenter Online journalist Investigative journalist Public relations officer Social media specialist Photojournalist Digital marketing manager Content marketing manager Community manager Videographer Video editor TV producer