International Institute of Journalism Admission Form 2024/2025
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About the Institute
The International Institute of Journalism is located in Area 11 Garki, Abuja, the Federal Capital City and the administrative centre of Nigeria.
International Institute of Journalism Admission Form | Available Courses
- Diploma in Journalism (DIP)
- Pre-Higher National Diploma in Journalism (Pre-HD)
- Higher National Diploma in Journalism (HD)
- Post-Graduate Diploma in Journalism (PGD)
- Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Relations & Advertising (PGD AP)
- Certificate Courses in Specialized areas of Journalism e.g Camera Operations, TV/Radio Productions, Script writing and Protocol Management, Video Editing, Computer Studies, Advertising and Public Relations and French.
Academic Activities
Admission Requirements
a. Diploma Courses
Candidates are expected to possess a minimum of four credits at GCE ordinary level or SSCE or their equivalents at not more than two sittings. In addition, they must have a credit in English language.
b. Post Graduate Diploma
Candidates for postgraduate courses must possess a Degree, HND or their equivalents from recognized institutions of learning in Nigeria and abroad.
Grading of Examinations
A B C |
– – – |
Excellent Very Good Good |
D | – | Fair |
E | – | Pass |
F | – | Fail |
4.00 – 4.49 Upper Credit
3.00 – 3.99 Lower Credit
1.50 – 2.99 Pass
Below – 1.50 Fail
Requirement for the Award of Diplomas and Certificates
- Student must have reached an adequate standard in his/her work and examinations
- The attendance record must be satisfactory
- All the stipulated fees must have been fully paid
- Students must complete given curricular as set forth by the Institute’s management
- He/She must have obtained a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 1.50.
Tuition Fees and other Charges
Note: Tuition fees are subject to change without prior notice. The Board of Governors may institute new fees as the need arises. Students should check with the Registrar for up-todate information concerning this.
Programmes of Study
The Institute offers a variety of courses. In selecting one, students must be sure that they have the requisite educational qualifications and professional expertise to enroll for such a particular programme.
Duration: One year.
Qualifications: BA, B Sc., HND or Postgraduate degree in any discipline of study other than Mass Communication.
Duration: One year
Qualifications: As Above
Duration: Two years
Qualifications: OND in Mass Communication/Journalism from IIJ or any other school.
Duration: Two years
Qualifications: SSCE, GCE with credit passes in four subjects including English Language. Matured student with several years of media experience may be considered.
Programmes Aims and Objectives
The aims and objectives of the programmes of the Institute in Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations are as follows:
a. To give students a high level of education and professional skills required to function effectively in any aspect of the mass media industry.
b. To act as a springboard for advanced studies in any area of Mass Communication.
c. At the end of the programme, graduates of the Institute should be able to do the following:
i. Gather, investigate and report news for the print and broadcast media.
ii. Select, edit and prepare news items, features, photographic materials for the print and broadcast media.
iii. Produce, present and direct programmes for the electronic media.
iv. Plan, prepare and execute Public Relations and Advertising programmes as well as be able to organize and manage marketing communication
organizations at all levels.
Special French Programmes
In consideration of the geo-political location of the country, surrounded at all borders by French speaking countries (Tchad, Niger, Benin Republic and Cameroon), the school introduced it’s French programmes to train Nigerians who desire to meet up with the demands of today’s society.
a. Beginners’ French Level 1
- For those who do not have any knowledge of the French language but desire to learn.
b. Beginners’ French II
- For those with some knowledge of the French language and who would like to improve on their competence.Course Duration: 20 weeks for each level
Time: 5.00pm 7:00 pm (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays).
The time is flexible and could be arranged at the convenience of the parties involved
Venue: International Institute of Journalism (IIJ), NUJ National Secretariat,Area 11, Garki Abuja or any other place of choice of the other party.
Semesters and Course Load
The International Institute runs full-time courses lasting 2 semesters each year.
1st Semester – October March
2nd Semester – March July
Hello mc Owoblo,I have a problem that keep bothering me. I have the SSCE in 8 papers at credit levels some of which are in high grades including English and literature. I do not have mathematics. My desire is to study any liberal course in the university. Will I get admission without a credit in maths?
Hello Stephen.
Yes you will be admitted into the school only if you agree to re-write your Neco Math before you finish your studies in the school.
You will be admitted.