Certificate in Journalism
Ken Gordon School of Communication, Creative and Digital Media
Digital Media and Communication
Programme Description
This Certificate programme is specifically focused on developing basic journalism reporting skills.
Requirements
Minimum entry into the certificate is three (3) CSEC passes with Grades I, II, (and III after 1998); English A must be one of them.
Mature Entry: Applicants over 25, with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience are also considered for admission. Such candidates must submit detailed curriculum vitae and a portfolio of their work with the application form. The Department may also conduct interviews to determine the candidate’s readiness to pursue the certificate programme.
Tuition & Fees
| FeesType | Citizens | Caricom | International | Per |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications: Online | Free | Free | Free | Application |
| Registration | $80.00 | $80.00 | $80.00 | Semester |
| Tuition | $300.00 | $400.00 | $750.00 | Credit* |
| Administrative | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Technology | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Student Inusurance | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | Annum |
| Student Guild | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Annum |
| * Total Programme Credits can be found in the courses section | ||||
Courses
| Course Type | Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course in the Major | JOUR 123 | Fundamentals of Reporting | 3 |
| Course in the Major | JOUR 131 | Ethics in Journalism and Public Relations | 3 |
| Course in the Major | JOUR 135 | Photo Journalism | 3 |
| Course in the Major | LAWW 270 | Laws Affecting Journalism/Public Relations | 3 |
| Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major | 12 |
Additional Information
Semester
September & January Semesters
In Person / Online / Blended
Blended
Gate Funding Availability:
No
Payment Plan Availability:
Yes
Campus
North Learning Centre
Email:
DMAC@costaatt.edu.tt
Telephone:
625-5030 ext. 8612
