Overview

In keeping with Namibia University of Science and Technology’s requirements regarding curriculum development and review, the Degree programme has been benchmarked against similar Degree programmes offered at local, regional and international partner instit utions.

The Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology at the Namibia University of Science and Technology is, therefore, revised to address the ongoing need for qualified personnel in both the public and private sectors, as confirmed by members of the Programme Advisory Committee during consultations.

Graduates of this programme will be able to contribute significantly to the attainment of national development objectives in the economy by taking up relevant jobs in the public and private sectors of Namibia.

Career Opportunities

Journalist

Public Relations and Communications

Multi-media design and production etc.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Information Gathering

Photography

Broadcast Journalism

Journalistic Writing

Media Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

More details

Mature Age Entry: 12 September (no late applications will be considered)

Language

English

Credits

361 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Windhoek, Namibia

Disciplines

Journalism

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates may be admitted to this Programme if they meet the General Admission Requirements of the University (GI2.1 in Part 1 of the NUST Yearbook). Candidates who meet the minimum admission requirements will be required to write a special Final Selection English test (not a placement test), as well as a journalism-related General Knowledge test.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

49630 NAD / year

≈ 49630 NAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

49630 NAD / year

≈ 49630 NAD / year

Additional Details

2nd year: 42,390

3rd year: 27,010

Living costs

Windhoek

Namibia

10175 - 12578 NAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Journalism and Media Technology.

Available Scholarships

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