Launched in 2015, the Aga Khan University Graduate School of Media and Communications (GSMC) is the premier source of education providing tailored training for journalists, communicators, media executives and entrepreneurs in East Africa and beyond.
The Master of Arts in Digital Journalism is a two-year graduate programme that combines real-life practice with academic rigor to position early and mid-career journalists as leaders in their field. The programme enables journalists to develop knowledge, skills and professional qualities for success at the highest levels of their profession and gives them an opportunity to work with world-renowned journalists and scholars as they blend practice, critical thinking and theory in their coursework.
The programme offers needs-based financial assistance.
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Eligibility Criteria
The Graduate School of Media and Communications invites early- to mid-career journalists and media professionals to apply for its Master of Arts in Digital Journalism programme. The following are the minimum eligibility requirements:
- A four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited/recognized university, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (on a four-point scale) or its equivalent. Additionally, a minimum of two years of professional experience in journalism or a related field. OR
- A four-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from an accredited / recognized university with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent will be considered, provided the candidate has a minimum of four years of professional experience in journalism or a related field.
Preference will be given to applicants with:
Demonstrated academic and intellectual ability to complete post graduate studies.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English.
Computer literacy and basic digital media production techniques.
Broad knowledge of history and current affairs.
Relevant work experience evidenced by a portfolio of work and professional references.
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