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“To equip Christ-centered media professionals for a dynamic society”

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“ To Equip students for productive, holistic lives of Christian faith and service.”

Programs

Diploma in Journalism and Strategic Communication

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communication

Master of Arts in Strategic Communication

Master of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies

Develop essential skills for working in the world of media and communications.

The Diploma in Journalism and Strategic Communication seeks to give students the opportunity to develop skills that are essential for working in the world of media and communications. The curriculum also places special emphasis on training multi-skilled professionals that will fit into the converging media and communications environment.

Get equipped to work in various fields related to media and communication.

A Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication is an undergraduate degree program that provides students with a foundation in the theories and practices of journalism and communication. This program aims to prepare students to work in various fields related to media and communication such as journalism, advertising, public relations, broadcasting, and new media.

Examine theories and practices related to communication.

A Master of Arts in Strategic Communication is a graduate-level degree program that focuses on developing advanced skills and knowledge in the field of communication. The program typically involves studying theories and practices related to communication in various contexts, such as business, politics, and media.

Study the history, theories, and practices of journalism

A Master of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies is a graduate-level degree program that focuses on developing advanced skills and knowledge in the field of journalism and media. The program typically involves studying the history, theories, and practices of journalism, as well as the social, political, and cultural impact of media on society.

  • When I got here, I knew I had found a place where I can perfectly harmonize my intellectual, moral and spiritual pursuits. And I can confidently say that I have achieved that. So, I am ready to serve my community with the communication  skills I have attained at UCU.

    Jimmy Siyasa
    Master of Arts in Strategic Communication
  • Uganda Christian University has made my dreams of media work a reality. And I am eager to go back home with these skills, to transform my community in DRC by becoming a voice for the voiceless for the people back home.

    Nobamuzi Simbilyabo Nathanael
    Bachelor of Art in Mass Communication (International Student)
  • UCU instilled in me a sense of discipline, self-respect and smartness, virtues that I find useful in my professional and personal life. I also had admirable women to look up to in my faculty. Prof. Monica Chibita and Dr. Emilly Maractho served as wonderful examples to base my image on at the workplace..

    Shevon Nsiimenta Mwesigwa
    Alumna
  • UCU is a place that has exposed me to a pool of disciplines and professionals that have directly mentored and supported me, I am indebted to it for the person I am today.
     
     
     

    Eriah Lule
    Alumnus- Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication
  • My time at the School of Journalism, Media and Communication not only honed my skills as a videographer, photographer, and audio podcast maker, but it also taught me the power of storytelling through multiple media.
     

    Andrew Bugembe
    Student- Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication

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Partnership

UCU partners with Africa Institute of Investigative Journalism

The agreement marks the beginning of a partnership between the UCU and School of Journalism, Media and Communication (SJMC) and AIIJ on various academic and media industry-related areas.
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