MGI offers accredited degree and diploma programmes in the creative arts and communication fields.
Relatively small classes ensure individual attention whilst programmes are designed to equip graduates with the necessary expertise to pursue successful careers within a professional environment.

MGI practices an integrated system of assessment where students are assessed on an ongoing basis during their study careers. Programmes are offered in English and are externally examined and moderated by well-qualified academics of public higher institutions and industry practitioners. Programmes compare favourably with similar qualifications offered elsewhere and are selected, designed, and developed to provide an education that meets the demands of prospective employers, enabling graduates to enter the workplace immediately after qualification. The curricula can be adapted to meet specific career needs and interests, allowing students to further their studies at other local and international universities, colleges
and schools. 

In addition, MGI programmes have a guest lecturer component that provides students with the opportunity to interact with experts in the field. Most degrees also offer a unique internship in the third year of study. Students get exposure in the field before graduating and starting their careers as MGI helps students to get placed as interns at companies in their chosen fields. 

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Qualification Structure

Level 1

Students are introduced to the basic principles of Fashion Design.
Pattern Construction I
Design and Illustration I
History of Fashion I
Apparel Construction I
Finishing Techniques I 
Textiles I
Fashion Buying I

Level 2

Students develop an intermediate level of knowledge and skills in Fashion Design. Students who
successfully complete levels 1 and 2 are awarded the MGI Diploma in Fashion Design.

Pattern Construction II 
History of Fashion II 
Textiles II
Grading 
Finishing Techniques II 
Design and Illustration II
Apparel Construction II (Tailoring)
Fashion Buying II

Career Options

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Bachelor of Arts in Journalism Admission requirements click here Duration: Full time undergraduate degree programmes are offered over a minimum period of 3 years. Description: MGI’s BA Degree in Journalism enables students to explore and acquire the necessary

theoretical, verbal, and practical expertise in newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and the Internet. Students are situated in a Journalism Laboratory (J-LAB) where they are provided with media resources and computers, and daily and weekly newspapers. They have access to the Internet and satellite television, including the international news

broadcasters CNN and BBC. Students make use of video and audio equipment to produce news bulletins, as well as radio and television reports whilst they source, edit, and write real-life articles for the Journalism Department’s newspaper.

The programme allows graduates to enter the media industry with cultural insight and a comprehensive understanding of current affairs, politics, literature, and law.

Qualification structure

The syllabus comprises of 3 levels

Level 1 

Students are introduced to the basic principles of Journalism. Computer literacy and various introductory business skills subjects are included in the curriculum.

Broadcast Journalism I 
Print Journalism i
English I
Political Science I
Computer Skills 
Cultural Studies
New Media 
Media Theory I
Plus one/two of the following electives:
Public Relations I
Communication Science I
Introduction to Business Management I

Level 2 

Students develop an intermediate level of knowledge in Journalism. 

Broadcast Journalism II 
Print Journalism II
English II
Political Science II 
Media Ethics
Media Theory II
Introduction to Photojournalism

Plus one of the following semester electives:

Public relations II
Communication Science II

Level 3 

Students who successfully complete all levels of study are awarded the
Midrand Graduate Institute Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism.

Broadcast Journalism III 
Print Journalism III
Media Theory III
Web Page Design and DTP

Or

Political Science III

Plus one of the following electives:

Research Methodology
Public Relations III
Communication Science III

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Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations Admission requirements click here Duration Full time undergraduate degree programmes are offered over a minimum period of 3 years. Description Both the private and public sectors consider public relations as a core strategic function as

well as a management necessity in their aim to develop sound relationships between all stakeholders in a changing and unpredictable communication-orientated business environment. The Public Relations industry requires skilled individuals who are able to interface with all sectors of society, build stable relationships, and provide guidance on how to survive in the corporate world.

Public Relations students gain insight into issues and trends that concern organizations. They learn how to embrace various functions of the Public Relations practitioner, ranging from crisis management to relationship building. Students are exposed to current case studies which enable them to place theoretical knowledge in context whilst learning how to research, investigate and critique issues. 

Projects include the planning of effective campaigns and communication strategies, as well as the setting of communication goals. MGI’s journalism laboratory allows them to benefit from computers with Internet access, daily and weekly newspaper features, magazine articles, and access to international news broadcasters, including CNN and BBC by means of satellite television.

Students acquire cultural insight and a comprehensive understanding of the corporate and media environment as well as government and current affairs. They gain the theoretical, verbal, and practical skills necessary to enter the industry as creative and innovative professionals able to recognize, examine, and resolve issues in a proactive manner and have a positive impact on a professional environment.

Qualification structure

The syllabus comprises of 3 levels:

Level 1 

Students are introduced to the basic principles of Public Relations. Computer literacy and various introductory business skill subjects are included. 

Communication Science I 
Public Relations I
Media Theory I
Computer Skills 
English I
Marketing I 
Journalism: Writing for Print

Plus one full year or two semester electives:

New Media
Cultural Studies
Introduction to Business Management

Level 2 

Students develop an intermediate level of knowledge and skills in the field of Public Relations.

Communication Science II
Public Relations II
English II
Marketing II
Media Theory II
Journalism; Print Specializations and Production

Plus one full year or two semester electives:

Media Ethics
Human Resource Management
Introduction to Photojournalism

Level 3 

Public Relations III(compulsory)
Business Ethics (compulsory) 
Communication Science III 
Media Studies III
Web Page Design and DTP
International Marketing

Or

Relationship Marketing 
Plus one full year or two semester electives:
Research Methodology
Feature Writing and Freelancing

Career Options

Students who successfully complete all levels of study are awarded the Midrand Graduate
Institute Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations.

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Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design Admission requirements click here Duration Full time undergraduate degree programmes are offered over a minimum period of 3 years. Description Graphic Designers develop unique ideas and recognizable identities for products and promotional material for corporations. They are involved in typography and layout work

that demands an intense knowledge of new hardware and software, affording designers the opportunity to create powerful designs on high quality operating systems.

The MGI Bachelor of Arts degree is recognized by DEFSA

Qualification structure

The syllabus comprises of 3 levels

Level 1 

Applied Colour & Design Theory
General Psychology IA
Business English
History of Graphic Design I
Graphic design I
Drawing I
Storyboards I
Typography I
Digital Design I
English I (Smc)
Cultural Studies

Level 2 

Typography II
Digital Design II
History of Graphic Design II
Graphic Design Studio II
Drawing II
Animation Workshop
Introduction to 3D Animation
Introduction to Business Management

Level 3

Advertising Practical
Advanced Design III (MAYA)
History of Graphic Design III
Advertising Theory
Copywriting
Portfolio Preparation

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