{"id":7701,"date":"2025-09-02T13:44:56","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T13:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/?p=7701"},"modified":"2025-09-02T13:44:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T13:44:57","slug":"nigerian-institute-of-journalism-nij-opens-2025-2026-admission-for-diploma-postgraduate-and-short-courses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/nigerian-institute-of-journalism-nij-opens-2025-2026-admission-for-diploma-postgraduate-and-short-courses\/","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) Opens 2025\/2026 Admission for Diploma, Postgraduate and Short Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Lagos, Nigeria<\/strong> \u2013 The Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ), Ogba, has officially announced the sale of admission forms for the <strong>2025\/2026 academic session<\/strong>, offering opportunities across National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), and specialized short-term professional courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This announcement, while modest, carries life-changing possibilities for aspiring media professionals, communication enthusiasts, and even beginners seeking quick skills in journalism and photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regular Programmes Available at NIJ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The institute has streamlined its programmes to cater to learners at different stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Diploma (ND)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Minimum of five O\u2019Level credit passes including English, Literature, and Mathematics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UTME participation is compulsory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Higher National Diploma (HND)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Specializations: <em>Journalism &amp; Media Studies, Strategic Communication &amp; Media Studies.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>O\u2019Level requirements same as ND.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates must hold a National Diploma in Mass Communication with at least a Lower Credit plus one year of industry experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Areas: <em>Print Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Public Relations\/Advertising.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A good HND or a university degree (in any field) is acceptable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Short-Term Professional Courses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who prefer skills over long-term study, NIJ also offers quick-impact weekend courses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Photojournalism Certificate<\/strong> \u2013 4 months, weekend only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basic Photography Training<\/strong> \u2013 entry-level course for beginners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proficiency in Photography<\/strong> \u2013 weekend programme for career growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Writing and Communication Certificate<\/strong> \u2013 4 months, Saturdays only.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, NIJ organizes periodic workshops in communication, media, and related fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Application forms and full details are available on the <strong><a>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nij.edu.ng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NIJ official website<\/a><\/a><\/strong> or directly from the Registrar\u2019s Office at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8\u201314 Ijaye Road, Ogba, Ikeja, Lagos<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For inquiries, call:<br>0703 9221 173 | 0805 9196 459 | 0802 3252 756<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why It Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For some, this could mean starting a <strong>career in journalism<\/strong> with an ND; for others, it could be about <strong>sharpening communication skills<\/strong> with a weekend certificate. 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