This module aims to help develop and enhance such qualities as creativity, inventiveness and independent problem-solving, so as to strike a balance between theory and practical skills (e.g. how to prepare business plans and accounts) in all disciplines offered by University of Rwanda.
The module enables students appreciate various gender issues as they affect media and communication. As they get introduced to the basic gender concepts, they will appreciate how traditional communication patterns have influenced current media and communication trends particularly in the gender spectrum.
This module aims at exposing 2nd year students to the research process, qualitative and quantitative research methods as well as tools for data collection and analysis. Students are taught how to turn a research idea into a research proposal, deciding on the research design and the different contexts of usage in media and academic research. Students apply the methods by executing a research project in journalism or communication and writing a long Semester Paper.
The Radio Production module aims to provide students with practical skills for creating high-quality radio content, including news and current affairs programs. It builds on prior knowledge to prepare students for careers in broadcasting, emphasizing radio. Students will learn how to conceive ideas, gather information, and write, and edit radio stories using professional equipment. Additionally, they will gain insight into various newsroom roles such as editor, reporter, producer, writer, copy editor, and news anchor.