Advanced Diploma in Journalism at Walter Sisulu University

Programme overview

The Advanced Diploma in Journalism is a one-year, 120-credit NQF level 7 qualification focused on gathering, assessing and presenting news and information through print, electronic and social media platforms, using advanced industry-specific methods and equipment such as photographic and video cameras and computer laboratories.

Faculty: Faculty of Management and Public Administration Sciences | Duration: 1 year | Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A one-year, 120-credit NQF level 7 programme in journalism across print, electronic and social media, using cameras and computer laboratories.

Career pathways

Journalist; TV presenter; radio presenter; social media specialist; vlogger; blogger; content creator

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Application information

Entry requirements

NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 credits in a cognate discipline.

Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June 2026. International applications close on 30 September 2026 and general applications close on 31 October 2026. The application fee is R100 (non-refundable); applications are made online only.

Apply through the official page: https://www.wsu.ac.za/en/study-with-us/application-and-registration/how-to-apply-the-process

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