Diploma in Journalism
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The Diploma in Journalism one year course was initiated in the year 1986 as a professional Diploma course for practicing journalists. The course was introduced under the leadership of Prof. J.B. Disanayaka. He was largely responsible for the development of this course over the years. Mr. Edwin Ariyadasa and Mr. D.F. Kariyakarawana were the key figures among founder members of this course. Prof. Mrs. Kusuma Karunaratne was the first Coordinator of the Course and after that Prof. J.B. Dissanayaka , Prof. Anura Wickramasinghe and Dr. Mrs. Ajantha Hapuarachchi functioned as Coordinators until 2007. Then Mr. Kamal Waleboda was the Co-ordinator. So far number of journalists, media practitioners and writers, who earned name in their chosen fields have completed this course. This is the 23rd successive year and at present we offer this course in all three media: Sinhala, Tamil and English. This is the only University Diploma course, which is being conducted in all three languages. At present we offer this course for approximately 150 to 175 students per year. Present co-ordinator is Prof. Ajantha Hapuarachchi. This Diploma Programme is primarily planned in order to provide basic knowledge – both theoretical and practical – to the students who have been selected for the course. This programme includes considerably a wide range of academic concerns specifically in the area of journalism and media studies. This programme will provide the orientation in the process of communication both print and electronic media, the background to communication and media activities, issues linked to the practice of media, the impact of communication and journalism on society, historical evolution and new developments and technological advancements in the field of journalism, and communication. [ Back to Top ] One Year Diploma in Journalism Introduction A training programme in Journalism is considered essential to meet the extensive demand for media education in the country. The University of Colombo has taken the initiative to offer a Diploma Course that full fills this important national need. The course is specifically designed to offer theoretical training in journalism for those already engaged in media and those with some journalistic experience to acquaint themselves with university discipline and obtain a recognized qualification. Course Objectives
Course Structure and Duration The Course will consist of four units and each course unit will constitute 36 contact hours. In addition, all candidates will be required to write a project Report. The course will be conducted over a period of one academic year. Lectures will be held on Saturdays, from 9.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. at the Faculty of Arts, University of Colombo. Course Titles The titles of the four course units are:
Course Evaluation The structure of the examination leading to the diploma in Film & Television shall consist of, The pass mark in each paper shall be 40%. This course will be conducted in Sinhala. Parallel courses in the Tamil/English medium will also be conducted if there is a reasonable number of applicants. Course Lecturers Lecturers will be drawn from Eligibility and Selection The entry requirements are:
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Course Fee
How to Apply Advertisements calling for applications will be published in national newspapers. Application forms can be obtained, payment of the prescribed fee (Rs. 250/=) in favor of the University of Colombo, to the credit of Account No. 086-100-121189662, peoples Bank Timbirigasyaya Branch. Candidates are required to send the Bank receipt with a self addressed envelop (Rs. 10 stamp) or by calling over in person, from The Senior Assistant Registrar For further details, contact: [ Back to Top ] |