Diploma in Public Relations at University of Media, Arts and Communication

Programme overview

This diploma (2 years, full time on the South Legon campus) in the Institute of Journalism offers practical career training with a top up route to a degree for strong graduates. Confirm the current structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

College: UniMAC | School: Institute of Journalism | Duration: 2 years | Location: South Legon, Accra, Ghana

What you will study

Practical modules build career skills with placements or fieldwork, and strong graduates can progress to a degree top-up route. Confirm the current course structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

Public and private sector graduate roles, NGOs and international organisations, plus postgraduate and professional qualifications.

Official programme catalogue.

Application information

WASSCE / SSSCE

Credit passes in English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies, plus relevant electives or passes. Diploma holders with strong grades can progress to degree top up routes.

Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission. Competitive programmes set higher cut offs each year.

View official requirements

Domestic applicants: GHS 2,899 a year (2025/2026). Provisional fees 2025/26, Institute of Journalism, Diploma in Communication Studies/Public Relations, first year, regular. Evening GHS 3,301; weekend GHS 3,577. Source

International applicants: USD 3,690 a year (2025/2026). Provisional 2025/26, Institute of Journalism international students, Diploma (first and second year), USD at GHS 12.50=$1. Source

Fees are published yearly by the university and vary by college, regular versus fee paying routes and Ghanaian versus international status. Budget additionally for residential charges, practical levies and field trips where applicable.

Admissions portal | Official website.

Main intake: September each academic year. Duration: 2 years.

Confirm live deadlines on the admissions portal before you submit documents.

Check deadlines.

Check the entry requirements and cut off for your route.
Create an applicant profile on the admissions portal and buy the application voucher.
Select Diploma in Public Relations, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
Track the portal for shortlisting and offer letters.

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