Prospective students seeking admission into the Department of Mass Communication Veritas University, Abuja are required to obtain and complete the university’s admission application form through the approved admission portal or admission office. Applicants must carefully follow the university’s admission guidelines and submit all required documents within the specified application period. The application process depends on your entry pathway. Prospective students should follow the track that matches their current academic qualifications: • UTME Applicants (100 Level): Candidates must register for the current JAMB Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), choose [Veritas University, Abuja] as their first or second choice institution, and select the correct subject combination English Language, Literature-in-English and any other two subject in Social Science. After JAMB results are released, candidates must participate in the university's screening. • Direct Entry Applicants (200 Level): Candidates with prior diplomas or advanced certificates must register via the JAMB Direct Entry platform, submit their official academic transcripts to the University Registry, and complete the institutional screening form. Admission Requirements To be considered for admission into the B.Sc. Mass Communication program, candidates must meet both the general university requirements and the specific departmental benchmarks: O’Level Requirements (All Pathways) Candidates must possess at least five (5) O’Level credit passes in SSCE (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) obtained in not more than two sittings. The required subjects must include: 1. English Language 2. Mathematics 3. Literature in English 4. Any one (1) Art subject (e.g., Government, History, Christian Religious Studies, Islamic Studies) 5. Any one (1) Social Science subject (e.g., Economics, Geography, Commerce) UTME Subject Combination When registering for JAMB, candidates must sit for the following four subjects: • English Language (Compulsory) • Literature in English • Any other two (2) subjects from the Arts or Social Sciences (e.g., Government, Economics, History, or CRS/IRS) Direct Entry (DE) Requirements Candidates seeking admission directly into the 200 Level must satisfy the O'Level requirements listed above, alongside one of the following qualifications: • An Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or National Diploma (ND) in Mass Communication, Journalism, or a related media discipline from a recognized institution with a minimum of Lower Credit. • A minimum of two (2) Advanced Level (A-Level) passes or recognized equivalents like JUPEB or IJMB with a minimum point threshold score. Note: Applicants are also required to participate in screening exercises, interviews, or other evaluation processes as determined by the university. Graduation & Program Completion Requirements To be awarded a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mass Communication, a student must successfully fulfill all academic and professional obligations over their residency, these include: Compulsory Courses: Students are required to successfully pass all University General Studies (GST) courses, Faculty foundation courses, and Departmental core courses as prescribed in the curriculum. Industrial Training (IT): Students must complete a mandatory three to six-month Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) or Professional Internship at an approved media organization. Upon completion, students are required to submit and successfully defend their technical report as part of the programme requirements. Final Year Project: Students are required to undertake an original undergraduate research project, culminating in the preparation, submission, and oral defense of a research thesis or project in their chosen area of study. Academic Standing: Students must maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 1.00 on a 5.00-point scale and satisfy all academic requirements in order to graduate without academic probation. Postgraduate Courses The postgraduate programmes available in the department include: (a) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) (b) Master's Degree (M.Sc.) (c) Doctor of Philosophy Degree (Ph.D) Objectives The objectives of any Post Graduate degree programme in Mass Communication are to: - a. Enable graduates to acquire advanced skills and competence in media research, theory and practice. b. Train skilled manpower for educational institutions and professional media organizations in both the public and private sectors, as well as international organizations. c. Enable graduates to acquire entrepreneurial skills in media and public relations to enable them to become self-employed. d. Train graduates to develop ability for critical judgment through a broad knowledge of theoretical and practical issues in media work. e. Produce graduates who are equipped with relevant skills in the production of quality newspapers/magazines, advertising/public relations campaign materials and electronic media, video jingles and docu-drama using modern technology, including ICT. f. Train graduates in special communication areas such as – Behaviour-change communication for documents, political communication and multi-media journalism. Applying for Postgraduate Programmes Prospective candidates seeking admission into the postgraduate programmes of the Department of Mass Communication Veritas University, Abuja are required to follow the university’s approved postgraduate admission procedures. Applications are typically processed through the School of Postgraduate Studies or the university’s official admission portal. Application Procedure Step 1: Application Fee /Obtain Application Form Applicants must pay the prescribed non-refundable application fee through the University application portal and obtain the postgraduate application form for the desired programmes: • Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) • Master of Science (M.Sc.) • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Step 2: Complete the Application Form Candidates are expected to accurately complete all sections of the application form and provide relevant academic and personal information. Step 3: Upload or Submit Required Documents Applicants are required to submit relevant supporting documents, which may include: • Academic certificates and transcripts • Birth certificate or age declaration • NYSC discharge or exemption certificate where applicable • Passport photographs • Other documents specified by the university Step 4: Screening and Evaluation Completed applications are reviewed by the Department and the School of Postgraduate Studies. Step 5: Admission Notification Successful applicants will receive admission offers through the university admission portal, email communication, or official admission letters. Step 6: Registration and Clearance Admitted students are required to complete departmental and postgraduate school clearance procedures, pay approved fees, and register for courses within the stipulated registration period.

Postgraduate Programmes Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Mass Communication Overview The PGD program serves as a bridge for professionals looking to transition into the media sector, or for candidates whose first-degree classifications require an academic boost before entering a Master's program. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical media skills in areas such as journalism, broadcasting, public relations & advertising, and development communication. Admission Requirements Applicants seeking admission into the PGD programme must possess any of the following: • Applicant must possess at least five (5) O' level credits including Mathematics and English Language. • Graduates of Veritas University, Abuja or any other recognized University with at least Third Class Degree. • Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least an Upper Credit pass in relevant disciplines. • HND holders with Lower Credit in relevant disciplines but with a minimum of five years' relevant post-qualification experience. • Other qualifications acceptable to the university senate. Candidates may also be required to satisfy additional departmental and university admission requirements. Graduation Requirements To qualify for the award of PGD in Mass Communication, students must: • Duration: Full time: minimum duration of two(2) semesters and maximum of four (4) semesters Part time: minimum of four semesters and maximum of Six (6) semesters. • Successfully complete all prescribed courses and required credit units. • Maintain the minimum academic standard approved by the university. • Complete required seminars, practical work, and research projects. • Fulfill all university academic and administrative requirements. • Candidates must finish with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA of 3.00 on a 5.00-point scale) to qualify for consideration into the M.Sc. programme. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mass Communication Overview The Master of Science (M.Sc.) programme provides advanced academic and professional training in communication studies. It is designed to deepen students’ understanding of media theories, communication research, strategic communication, digital media, and emerging trends in the communication industry. The programme emphasizes research, critical analysis, innovation, and specialization in various areas of Mass Communication such as: • Mass Communication • Broadcasting and Film • Journalism and Media Studies • Public Relation and Advertising • Development Communication Studies and • Information and New Media Studies. Admission Requirements • Matriculation requirement of individual Universities, which must be five (5) O' level, credits including Mathematics and English Language. • A bachelor’s degree in mass communication, Journalism, or Communication Arts with a minimum of a Second-Class Honors (Lower Division) from an accredited university. • A relevant First Degree or HND combined with a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Mass Communication from a recognized institution, achieving a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5.00-point scale. Graduation Requirements Students are expected to: • Duration: full-time: minimum of three (3) semesters and maximum of five (5) semesters Part-time: minimum of five (5) semesters and maximum of seven (7) semesters • Complete all required coursework and credit units. • Participate in seminars and academic presentations. • Research, execution, and successful oral defense of an original Master’s Dissertation before an appointed External Examiner. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mass Communication Overview The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programme is designed for advanced research and academic specialization in Mass Communication. The programme prepares scholars, researchers, policy experts, and university lecturers capable of contributing original knowledge to the field of communication studies. Admission Requirements • Matriculation requirement of individual Universities, which must be five (5) O' level, credits including Mathematics and English Language. • A Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Mass Communication or a closely related communication discipline from an accredited university. • A minimum average score of 60% or a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA of 3.50 on a 5.00-point scale) in their Master’s degree coursework and dissertation. • Candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and executive decision-making and problem-solving potentials. Graduation Requirements • Duration: full-time: minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters Part-time: minimum of eight (8) semesters and maximum of twelve (12) semesters • Completion of advanced doctoral coursework and mandatory postgraduate seminars. • Presentation of at least two (2) progress seminars before the faculty before the final thesis defense. • Submission of an original, groundbreaking Ph.D. Thesis that contributes new knowledge to the field of media and communication, followed by a rigorous, open viva-voce (oral defense) before an external defense panel.