About Course

The Certificate in Journalism and Mass Media course is a vocational training program designed to provide students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to work in the field of journalism and mass media. The program typically covers topics such as news gathering and reporting, writing and editing for print and digital media, media ethics and law, and multimedia storytelling.

During the program, students will gain hands-on experience with various forms of media, such as newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and digital media. They will learn about the principles of journalism, including objectivity, accuracy, and fairness, and how to apply these principles in their work. They will also learn about the different types of media, such as news, features, reviews, and investigative journalism, and how to tailor their writing style and approach to each type.

Graduates of the Certificate in Journalism and Mass Media course can find employment in various settings, such as newspapers, magazines, television and radio stations, online media, public relations firms, and non-profit organizations.

Qualification Required

Individuals are required to have attained:

• A minimum KCSE aggregate grade D+ and above with a D+ in either Kiswahili or English OR relevant qualification

Certificate Awarded

Possible Careers you can pursue

• Reporters
• Editors
• Producers
• Writers
• Researchers
• Social media managers

Financing Options Available

The following are various financing options available for the program.

• Self-Sponsorship
• Government Funded Sponsorship program
• State financed loans from the Higher Educations Loan board
• Private scholarship programs

Course Application Process