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Postgraduate Diploma in Media Studies at Central University of Technology, Free State

Central University of Technology, Free State, South Africa

Programme overview

Graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma in Media Studies possess advanced strategic, digital, and operational expertise. This qualification prepares professionals to lead and innovate within the dynamic media, broadcasting, publishing, and digital communication sectors.

Faculty: Humanities  |  Department: Communication Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year (full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Career pathways

Career pathways listed by the programme page include Broadcast Journalism & Digital Media; Media Operations & Management; Strategic Communication & Publishing; Research & Academic Pathway.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification: An Advanced Diploma in Media Studies, Communication, or Journalism at NQF Level 7 (120 credits), or an appropriate Bachelor’s degree / B.Tech. degree linked to these specialist areas at NQF Level 7 (360 credits). Required Academic Performance & Prerequisites: A minimum of 65% must be obtained in the prior NQF Level 7 qualification. Major Subject Prerequisite: The prior qualification must have included Media Studies, Journalism, or Communication as one of the major subjects. Selection Process & Additional Requirements: Duration & Award: This is a one-year full-time programme. After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma in Media Studies will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT. Selection Process: Admission is strictly subject to achieving the compulsory 65% minimum average and meeting the specific major subject prerequisites. Applications will be reviewed to ensure alignment with the specialist area of Media Studies, Communication, or Journalism.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in April 2026 and closed on 30 September 2026 for undergraduate, advanced diploma, honours and structured master's programmes; no late or walk-in applications are accepted.

There is no application fee and no residence application fee; applications are made through the online portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cut.ac.za/application-process

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