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.

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

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Tuition Fee

Before you travel

Application Fee

This covers application processing, document translation, and recognition of foreign certificates.

$350

After you arrive

Tuition Fee

$850

/ year

No hidden costs — full fee transparency

Tuition Benchmarking

Comparison of this program's tuition against similar programs in Georgia.

Living in Georgia

$575–$840/ month

Estimated total monthly budget including rent, food, and transport.

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