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The Institute reserves the right to amend rules and regulations stated in this handbook at any time. Students will be notified of changes via official notice boards and student email portals.
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GIJ operates on a Credit/No Credit system based on the Grade Point Average (GPA). The handbook defines the letter grades:
| Grade | Mark (%) | Grade Point | Interpretation | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | A | 80 – 100 | 4.0 | Excellent | | B+ | 75 – 79 | 3.5 | Very Good | | B | 70 – 74 | 3.0 | Good | | C+ | 65 – 69 | 2.5 | Satisfactory | | C | 60 – 64 | 2.0 | Fair | | D+ | 55 – 59 | 1.5 | Pass | | D | 50 – 54 | 1.0 | Marginal Pass | | E | 45 – 49 | 0.0 | Fail (Conditional) | | F | 0 – 44 | 0.0 | Fail |
A critical rule often overlooked: A student who obtains a grade of 'E' must rewrite the exam. A student who obtains an 'F' must repeat the course.
The Media Lab: The Institute boasts a state-of-the-art radio studio and a television production suite. All students are required to treat equipment with care. Loss or damage to equipment must be reported immediately to the Technical Department.
The Library: The library is a quiet zone. Use of mobile phones is prohibited. Students may borrow up to three books for a duration of two weeks.
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At the University of Media, Arts, and Communication (UniMAC)—formerly the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ)—preparing academic or journalistic pieces requires strict adherence to institutional standards for originality and formatting. 1. Maintain Academic Integrity
Originality Declaration: You must declare that all work is the result of your own research and has not been submitted for any other degree.
Avoiding Plagiarism: Every piece must duly acknowledge external sources. Failure to do so is considered a serious academic transgression.
Signal Phrases: When citing multiple authors (e.g., three), you must name all authors every time the work is cited. 2. Formatting & Citation Style
In-Text Citations: Direct quotes require the author's name, publication year, and specific page number.
Long Quotations: Any quote over 40 words must be indented and formatted as a block quote.
Paraphrasing: While page numbers are not strictly required for paraphrased ideas, you must still include the author and year. 3. Submission Standards
Abstracts: Most formal pieces, such as dissertations or scholarly articles, require a concise abstract summarizing the work.
Coursework Requirements: For practical assignments, ensure you include a proper cover page. Standard formatting often accounts for up to 25% of your final coursework mark.
Electronic Submission: Soft copies are typically required to be emailed to specific departmental portals (e.g., for assessment or plagiarism checks). 4. Degree Classification (GPA)
Your performance on prepared pieces directly impacts your final classification. As of 2026, the standard grading at UniMAC-GIJ is: First Class: 3.5 – 4.0 CGPA. Second Class (Upper): 3.0 – 3.49 CGPA. Second Class (Lower): 2.5 – 2.99 CGPA. Home - University of Media, Arts and Communication
GIJ Student Handbook (now under the University of Media, Arts and Communication - UniMAC The Institute reserves the right to amend rules
) is the essential rulebook for all students at the Ghana Institute of Journalism campus. It covers academic policies, registration procedures, and behavioral standards required to maintain good standing at the university. Key Sections of the Handbook Academic Policies & Registration
: Detailed procedures for semester registration, course scheduling, and maintaining academic records. Grading & GPA Calculation : A guide on how to calculate your GPA and CGPA
, with specific credit hour values for Diploma (2 hours) and Degree (3 hours) levels. Examination Regulations : Strict guidelines on exam conduct and definitions of examination offences Student Governance
: Information on the student body structure, including the Guild President and various ministries (Finance, Education, Information, etc.). Code of Conduct
: Rules regarding attendance, dress codes, and anti-harassment policies designed to foster a respectful campus environment. Essential Resources Access Link Official Undergraduate Policies UniMAC Undergraduate Policies Student Portal UniMAC-GIJ Portal Academic Calendar 2025/2026 Calendar GPA Calculation Guide Step-by-step Calculation Important Reminders Responsibility
: Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all policies; "ignorance of the law" is not an excuse for violations. Academic Probation
: The handbook outlines the criteria for being placed on probation and the requirements for repeating failed courses. Graduation Requirements
: Lists specific CGPA thresholds for certificate classifications, such as a 3.5 minimum for a First Class or more details on specific course requirements for your program?
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The GIJ Student Handbook (now integrated under the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC)) is the essential regulatory guide for every student enrolled at the Ghana Institute of Journalism. It outlines the academic standards, disciplinary codes, and administrative procedures required to navigate your journey as a communications professional. 1. Academic Standards and Classifications
The handbook provides the framework for measuring academic success. Students are graded on a Grade Point Average (GPA) system that determines their final certificate classification: Degree Classification CGPA Range First Class 3.50 – 4.00 Second Class (Upper Division) 3.00 – 3.49 Second Class (Lower Division) 2.50 – 2.99 Third Class 2.00 – 2.49 1.10 – 1.99
Diploma Programs: Use a similar scale, where a CGPA of 3.50+ results in a Distinction. GIJ operates on a Credit/No Credit system based
Credit Definitions: One course credit is typically defined as one hour of lecture or tutorial per week for a semester. 2. Registration and Financial Policies
Students are responsible for managing their registration through the GIJ Student Portal.
Course Registration: Must be completed at the start of each semester. Freshmen must pass all courses to progress to the next level.
Fee Deadlines: The institution strictly enforces fee payment dates. In past academic years, students who failed to pay fees by the deadline were directed to defer their academic year.
Retakes and Repeats: Continuing students may carry up to two referred courses into the next level, provided they are cleared during the next available window. 3. Examination Rules and Regulations
The handbook emphasizes academic integrity. "Examination offences" include any attempt to gain an unfair advantage.
Prohibited Actions: Bringing unauthorized written information into the hall, communicating with other candidates, or refusing to follow an invigilator's instructions.
Preparation: Students are usually granted a three-week revision period before examinations begin to catch up on materials and clarify issues.
Plagiarism: All final products must be the student's own work. Submitting work with significant similarities to a peer's can result in cancellation of the paper. 4. Code of Conduct and Ethics
Beyond academics, the handbook mandates a standard of professional behavior aligned with the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Code of Ethics.
While the specific pagination changes year to year, this article captures the spirit, utility, and critical sections of the handbook as it exists for current graduate and undergraduate researchers.