Program Overview
The Wits Journalism at University of the Witwatersrand is a Master programme in Communications & Media over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Wits Journalism programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across South Africa and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: EUR 2,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,422 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Wits Journalism programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Financial Journalism
- Media and Politics
- Development Communication
- Investigative Journalism
- Radio
- Ethics
- Writing
- Media Law and Ethics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The Masters degree is open to:
Journalists who have an Honours degree in journalism (or equivalent) and at least two years\xc2\x92 professional experience; or working journalists with more than five years\xc2\x92 experience, who have a four-year degree in any field.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 2,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,422 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 2,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,422 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Witwatersrand directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Witwatersrand
University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa
The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, commonly known as Wits University or Wits, is a leading multi-campus public research university situated in the economic hub of Johannesburg,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-09-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months