Tbilisi State University/ Tbilisi, Georgia

Journalism & Mass Communication

Accredited by the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE), Georgia

Admissions Open

Degree Level

Bachelor’s in Journalism & Mass Communication

Duration

4 Years

Study Format

On-Campus

Instruction Language

Russian

Total Credits

240 ECTS

Program Overview

The Department of Journalism & Mass Communication at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University traces its roots to 1949 and was integrated into the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences in 2005 While instruction is primarily in Georgian, a bilingual Georgian‑Russian track exists; no full English BA is currently available The curriculum spans 240 ECTS credits over eight semesters and emphasizes core and elective courses such as: Intro to Journalism & Mass Communication Media Research Methods Online & Broadcast Media Mass Communication Theories Converged Newsroom Practices Media Law & Ethics Practical production (print, audio, video) via the Faculty’s Multimedia Center Students gain hands-on experience by contributing to print and digital publications, producing multimedia content, and completing media internships arranged through collaborations with local media outlets.

Career Paths

Journalist (print
broadcast
digital)
Media researcher

Admission Requirements

General Admission Requirements

Valid PassportRequired
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended period of stay.
Recorded InterviewRequired
A video interview must be completed through our online admission portal. The interview will be recorded and reviewed by the university admission committee.
High School DiplomaRequired
A high school diploma or equivalent certificate is required.
English Language Proficiency
CEFR B2 level is required. Accepted tests include TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalents.

Curriculum & Structure

What You Will Learn

Understand media theories and communication structures

Produce print/audio/visual media content

Conduct media research and data analysis

Apply journalistic ethics and legal standards

Evaluate sources and verify information

Use digital and broadcasting technologies

Communicate effectively in multiple media genres

Plan and execute media projects

Work individually and collaboratively

Integrate democratic and professional values in media practice

Tuition & Fees

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Tuition Fee

850 USD