Academic programme
Bachelor of Social Science (Communication Studies) [Complete]
Admissions
Entry requirements
Review the current admission requirements associated with this programme.
- Any qualification considered by the University to be equivalent to any of the above.
- At least six (6) subjects CXC/IGCSE/GCE 'O' levels grades I, II, or III, or A, B, or C,respectively. Subjects must include English Language and Mathematics.
- At least three (3) GCE 'A' level passes or six (6) CAPE passes, at the appropriate grades.
- Diploma from a recognized University.
- Diploma in Communication Studies with a G.P.A of 2.4 or higher.
Programme structure
Courses by year and semester
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First Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA1101 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | This slot should only be used to register for CHN1100 offered by the Confucius Institute, University of Guyana. |
| AAA4104 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Slot for Chinese courses |
| DPC1107 | Foundations of Journalism: Logic, Evidence and Research | 4 | — |
| DPC1105 | Foundations of Journalism: Writing | 4 | — |
| DPC1101 | Introduction to Communication Principles | 4 | — |
| ENG1105 | Introduction to the Use of English | 4 | — |
| SOC1100 | The Study of Society | 3 | — |
Semester 2
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA1201 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | This slot should only be used to register for CHN1200 offered by the Confucius Institute, University of Guyana. |
| AAA4204 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Slot for Chinese courses |
| DPC1207 | Foundations of Journalism: National and International Institutions | 4 | — |
| DPC1209 | Introduction to Media Ethics and Law | 4 | — |
| SOC1200 | Introduction to Sociological Theory | 3 | — |
| DPC1205 | Reporting and Writing I: Basic News and Features | 4 | — |
| ENG1205 | Use of English | 4 | — |
Second Year
Semester 1
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPC2106 | Broadcast 1: Introduction to Broadcast Journalism 1, Radio | 4 | — |
| MNG2100 | Computer Studies I | 4 | — |
| DPC2109 | Reporting and Writing 3: Specialised Journalism (Health and Environment) | 4 | — |
| HST2105 | Survey of Guyanese History I | 4 | — |
Semester 2
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPC2206 | Broadcast Reporting and Writing 2: Television | 4 | — |
| DPC2204 | Online/Multi Media Journalism | 4 | — |
| DPC2205 | Reporting and Writing 2: In Depth Journalism | 4 | — |
| DPC2209 | Reporting and Writing 4: Specialised Journalism (Culture and Development) | 4 | — |
Third Year
Semester 1
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZZZ3101 | Elective (4 credits) | 4 | Choose any 1000 Level Course in Language. For example SPA1000 |
| ZZZ3102 | Elective (4 credits) | 4 | Any 4 credit course - consult HoD |
| DPC3108 | Internship I | 4 | — |
| DPC3105 | Media Management (TV, Radio & Print) | 4 | — |
Semester 2
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPC3205 | Advanced Print-Newspaper Photo Journalism, Layout and Design | 4 | — |
| ZZZ3201 | Elective (4 credits) | 4 | Choose any 1000 Level Course in Language. For example SPA1000 |
| DPC3209 | Reporting & Writing: Specialised Journalism (Culture & Development) | 4 | — |
| HST2205 | Survey of Guyanese History II | 4 | — |
Fourth Year
Semester 1
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPC4106 | Advanced Broadcast : Radio Production | 4 | — |
| ZZZ4101 | Elective (4 credits) | 4 | Please check with your Department for your option courses. |
| DPC4108 | Internship II | 4 | — |
| DPC4107 | Introduction to Communications Research | 4 | — |
Semester 2
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPC4206 | Advanced Broadcast I: Television Production | 4 | — |
| DPC4207 | Applied Communications Research | 4 | — |
| ZZZ4201 | Elective (4 credits) | 4 | Please check with your Department for your option courses. |
| DPC4208 | Integrated Marketing Communication 1 | 4 | — |