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Diploma in Journalism at Walter Sisulu University

Walter Sisulu University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Diploma in Journalism (WS7043) focuses on gathering, assessing and presenting news and information through print, electronic and social media platforms, and teaches industry-specific methods using photographic and video cameras, current computer programmes and computer laboratories.

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

Career pathways

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

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Application information

Entry requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a diploma or bachelor's endorsement and achievement in the subjects as follows: Any two of the following languages English level 4 Afrikaans level 4 isiXhosa level 4, and Two additional subjects level 4 Pre-selection interview required

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.

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