View Programme Profile (Academic Year: 2025/2026)
Programme NameDiploma in Communication Studies (0807)
DepartmentCentre for Communication Studies
FacultyFaculty of Social Sciences
Admission CriteriaA minimum of five (5) subjects CXC/CSEC (General Proficiency), grades I, II or III or five (5) passes at IGCSE/GCE 'O' level, grades A, B, or C . Subjects must include English Language.
OR
The Certificate in Industrial Relations and Management from the Institute of Distance & Continuing Education (IDCE).
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An Associate Diploma from the Centre for Communication Studies or any recognized University.
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Three (3) GCE "A" level passes or six (6) CAPE passes at the appropriate grades.
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Prior entry to University, (any programme: Diploma or Degree).
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Any qualification considered by the University to be equivalent to any of the above.
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Mature age (21 years and over) with three (3) or more years experience in the field, together with a pass at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
Tuition FeeFirst Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
Second Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
First Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
DPC1101 Introduction to Communication Principles Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPC1105 Foundations of Journalism: Writing Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPC1107 Foundations of Journalism: Logic, Evidence and Research Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
ENG1105 Introduction to the Use of English Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
SOC1100 The Study of Society Online 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
DPC1205 Reporting and Writing I: Basic News and Features Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPC1207 Foundations of Journalism: National and International Institutions Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPC1209 Introduction to Media Ethics and Law Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
ENG1205 Use of English Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
SOC1200 Introduction to Sociological Theory Online 3

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711

Second Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
AAA2101 Additional Course (4 Credits) Not Specified 4
DPC2106 Broadcast 1: Introduction to Broadcast Journalism 1, Radio Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPC2109 Reporting and Writing 3: Specialised Journalism (Health and Environment) Online 4
HST2105 Survey of Guyanese History I Not Specified 4
MNG2100 Computer Studies I Online 4
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
AAA2201 Additional Course (4 Credits) Not Specified 4
DPC2204 Online/Multi Media Journalism Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPC2205 Reporting and Writing 2: In Depth Journalism Online 4
DPC2206 Broadcast Reporting and Writing 2: Television Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPC2209 Reporting and Writing 4: Specialised Journalism (Culture and Development) Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711