UNZA Introduced Two New Degree Programmes

The University of Zambia is proud to announce the introduction of two new degree programmes in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences under the Department of Media and Communication Studies. These are:

  1. Bachelor of Media and Journalism Studies
  2. Bachelor of Public Relations and Advertising

Kindly be informed that these programmes are available for the 2019 Academic Year and all school leavers and non-school leavers are encouraged apply now. Get the application forms from our Customer Service Centre or download from our website; www.unza.zm. Below are the detailed requirement for the two new degree programmes:

BACHELOR OF MEDIA AND JOURNALISM STUDIES, B.MJS

Admission Requirements:

  • Grade 4 or  better in English Language
  • Credit 6 or better in ANY THREE subjects chosen from the following: History, Geography, Mathematics, Economics or Commerce or Principles of accounts or Business Studies, English Literature or Zambian language or French or Religious, Food and Nutrition or Home Management or Home Economics or Art or Music or Design and Communication or Art and Design Education or Computer Studies, Development Studies or Civic Education and Additional Mathematics.
  • Credit 6 or better in any one subject chosen from the following category: Human and social Biology, Biology, Science, Physics , Chemistry, Combined Science,  Physical Science, Agricultural Science, Zoology, Geology, Geometrical and building Drawing, Geometrical and Mechanical Drawing, Technical Drawing, Surveying, Metal Work, Woodwork, Design and Technology. 

BACHELOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS AND ADVERTISING

Admission Requirements:

  • Grade 6 or better in English Language
  • Credit 6 or better in ANY THREE subjects chosen from the following: History, Geography, Mathematics, Economics or Commerce or Principles of accounts or Business Studies, English Literature or Zambian language or French or Religious, Food and Nutrition or Home Management or Home Economics or Art or Music or Design and Communication or Art and Design Education or Computer Studies, Development Studies or Civic Education and Additional Mathematics.
  • Grade 6 or better in any one subject chosen from the following category: Human and social Biology, Biology, Science, Physics , Chemistry, Combined Science,  Physical Science, Agricultural Science, Zoology, Geology, Geometrical and building Drawing, Geometrical and Mechanical Drawing, Technical Drawing, Surveying, Metal Work, Woodwork, Design and Technology. 

Admission Requirement for Diploma Holders:

Diploma holders with credit or better from a recognized media or public relations institutions may enter the Bachelor of PR and Advertising degree programme at second year provided such applicants have:

  1. 5 "0" level passes, which include English, Mathematics and Sciences; and

      2. At least one year proven relevant working experience.