Bachelor Of Science in Journalism & Public Relations

Bachelor Of Science in Journalism & Public Relations is a Bachelor program taught at Nkumba University, Uganda. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (3 Years) options.

The Bachelor of Science in Journalism & Public Relations at Nkumba University prepares students to understand journalism and public relations, including ethical and legal considerations of reporting. The curriculum includes news writing, reporting, media ethics, and crisis communication, with a focus on communicating effectively with diverse audiences.

Students learn to write news stories, create press releases, develop communication plans, and design marketing materials. They also build skills in storytelling, media relations, crisis communication, and social media management. The program leads to work in journalism and public relations roles across media organizations, public relations agencies, corporate communications departments, non-profit organizations, and government agencies.

The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor Of Science in Journalism & Public Relations at Nkumba University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Nkumba University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Nkumba University as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor Of Science in Journalism & Public Relations.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Direct Entry Scheme

• At least 5 passes at Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent;
• At least 2 principal passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.

Diploma holders

• Hold a Credit or Second-Class Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution as determined by the University Senate.
• At least a Pass (50%) in Mature Entry Examinations.

Mature age Entry

• The applicant should be 25 of age and above;
• Must have passed mature age entry examinations organized by the National Council for Higher Education.

Other

• A certificate obtained after 2 of post UCE study;
• Any equivalent qualifications besides UCE and UACE.

Please check detail of study units at https://nkumbauniversity.ac.ug/program/bachelor-of-science-in-journalism-public-relations/

• Public relations agencies
• Media organizations
• Corporate communications departments
• Non-profit organizations
• Government agencies

2 fully funded scholarships are listed for Uganda. See Uganda scholarships.