The School of Advanced Journalism is based on an advanced postgraduate curriculum for journalists according to international standards practiced in Europe and USA.
Well-known journalists from Moldova and professionals from abroad are teaching the courses. The School has professional equipment for courses in TV, radio and photo journalism, and other necessary materials for acquiring practical skills in journalism.
The length of studies is ten month, and here are some of the courses taught: News writing, Radio Journalism, TV-Journalism, Media Law, Ethics, On-line journalism, Investigative reporting, Economic and business reporting, Photojournalism, Media management, and others.
The Certificate of Studies is given after the final project is completed and presented at the end of the academic year. It is signed by the Independent Journalism Center, the Missouri School of Journalism (USA) and Press Now.
The School of Advanced Journalism was launched in 2006, September 4 with the aim to prepare journalists for Moldavian mass media. First 19 young journalists graduated the school last year. This year 16 young journalists graduated from the School. Majority of them work in mass media, for Radio Free Europe, TV Moldova 1, TV 7, Infotag, Info-Prim Neo, Business Class and others.
Courses are offered for a tuition fee (sponsorships from media, nongovernmental, commercial and state institutions are accepted). The tuition fee is 6000 lei and can be paied in two parts. The best students will exempt for payment of the tuition fee.
The selection of candidates will be base on the following documents:
- CV
- Filled application form
- Letter of motivation
- Three journalistic works
- Two letters of recommendation
- Copy of diploma of undergraduate studies (the final year students will have to submit a certificate confirming their status)
- Copy of the national identity card
