GIJ Admission Requirements and What You Need to Know
Do you want to apply for admission to the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ)? In this article, you will get to know more about GIJ admission requirements and what you need to know. Kindly read the information provided below to check your eligibility status. Once you qualify, you can go ahead and follow these simple steps to apply for GIJ admission.
GIJ Admission Requirements
Below are the GIJ admission requirements expected from applicants in order to qualify for admission:
SSSCE Holders
Applicants must possess passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics, and three (3) elective subjects with an overall aggregate of 24 or better.
WASSCE Holders
Applicants must possess passes(A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics, and three (3) elective subjects with an overall aggregate of 36 or better.
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GCE Advanced Level Holders
Applicants must possess a General Certificate of Examinations (GCE) ‘A’ Level Grade E or better in three (3) subjects, at least, one of which should be Grade D or better Credit passes i.e. Grade 6 or better in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level (‘O” Level) subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject, for non-science students.
Diploma Holders
GIJ Diploma holders with a CGPA of 1.79 and below can apply to be admitted to level 200.
Mature Students (Who can apply?)
Persons wishing to enter the Ghana Institute of Journalism as Mature Students must be at least 25 years old and show proof of age with a birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of date of birth which is at least 5 years old at the time of application.
Applicants will be considered for admission on passing a special entrance examination in English Language, Mathematics, and Aptitude Test/General Paper to be conducted by the Institute.
In conclusion, these are the GIJ admission requirements. Applicants must take note of this information before following these steps to apply for admission.