Ebonyi State University
Department of Mass Communication
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities

Department of Mass Communication

Excellence in Communication Education, Research, Innovation and Professional Practice.

Journalism students, studio production, newsroom culture

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Building globally competitive communicators with ethical depth

Welcome to the online home of our vibrant department. We are pleased to connect with prospective students, parents, researchers, alumni, industry partners, and visitors who want to understand our academic community and the opportunities it offers.

The department is dedicated to teaching, research, innovation, and professional service. We prepare graduates who are intellectually grounded, ethically responsible, technologically proficient, and ready for today’s evolving communication landscape.

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Dr. Simon Ugochukwu Nwankwo
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Why choose EBSU Mass Communication

A department where scholarship and practice reinforce each other

Experienced Faculty

Renowned professors, accomplished scholars, and experienced professionals shape the learning experience.

Practical Media Training

Students learn through radio, newspaper, magazine, and multimedia production environments.

Modern Curriculum

Programmes integrate theory, ethics, digital practice, and industry-relevant communication skills.

Research Excellence

The department supports peer-reviewed publishing, advanced inquiry, and postgraduate scholarship.

Community Engagement

Communication is taught as a public good connected to development, governance, and social impact.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for journalism, PR, broadcasting, academia, policy, and creative industries.

Media training facilities

Professional practice is embedded in the student experience

EBSU Radio 93.3FM

Licensed community radio station offering practical broadcasting experience and audience-facing communication practice.

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Rainbow Magazine

Quarterly student-oriented magazine supporting magazine production and print media management.

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EBSUWatch Newspaper

Monthly newspaper training platform for reporting, editing, opinion writing, and production workflows.

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Research and publications

Peer-reviewed scholarship with local relevance and global outlook

The department’s research ecosystem supports ethical publishing, communication inquiry, and policy-relevant scholarship through established journals and a growing culture of academic engagement.

Upcoming conference

The Nigerian Digital Frontier

Content, Policy, Governance, Corporate Image and War against Fake News Pandemic, Insecurity and Cyber Weaponry.

October 21-23, 2026

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Latest news

What is happening across the department

Conference • July 1, 2026

Department Announces International Conference for October 21-23, 2026

Scholars and students are invited to the department's international conference on content, policy, governance, corporate image, and the fight against fake news, insecurity, and cyber weaponry.

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Research • June 18, 2026

EBSU Departmental Journals Expand Scholarly Publishing Footprint

The department continues to strengthen research visibility through EBSUJMC, SEJPR, and IJSSAR, supporting rigorous peer-reviewed scholarship.

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Training • May 29, 2026

Students Deepen Practical Experience Across Radio, Magazine, and Newspaper Platforms

Hands-on media training remains central to the department's academic identity and industry relevance.

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“The department gave me both the newsroom discipline and the confidence to lead on air.”

Chioma N. • Broadcast Journalist

“Our classes were intellectually demanding, but the practical studios made the lessons come alive.”

Emeka O. • Public Relations Consultant

“I found a scholarly community that values ethical inquiry, African perspectives, and professional excellence.”

Amina S. • Postgraduate Researcher
Partners

Networks that strengthen teaching, research, and professional engagement

NIPR
Institute of Journalism Educators
Campus Media Network
Creative Industries Hub
Broadcast Training Partner
Next steps

Join the next generation of communication professionals

Applications, admissions workflows, and portal integration should be connected here when the University approves the official intake process.

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