Digital Media and Communication

The evolving landscape shaped by technological advancements offers both opportunities and challenges to society. In response to this paradigm shift, the Bachelor's program in Digital Media and Communication has been developed to address the demands of the digital age. Future communication professionals must possess versatile knowledge and a commitment to self-development to thrive in the digital environment. This program endeavors to cultivate universal specialists in contemporary digital communication.

In today's world, effective and precise communication within digital realms is essential for the successful functioning of organizations across various sectors. Consequently, there is a growing demand for individuals equipped with the requisite knowledge and skills.

The comprehensive program is structured to empower future communication specialists with the intricate knowledge and competencies necessary to address professional challenges adeptly and ethically using digital tools.

I will learn:  

  • Throughout the course of their studies, students will gain theoretical insights into media and communication, with a primary emphasis on digital platforms
  • They will be equipped with the ability to construct media platforms and distribute information utilizing digital tools
  • Furthermore, their skills in information retrieval and critical thinking will be honed.
  • Students will also cultivate the necessary aptitudes for both collaborative teamwork and independent endeavors
  • The curriculum is tailored to foster students' commitment to self-improvement, cultivate professional ethics, and uphold universal values

I will Become:

Upon completing a bachelor's program in digital media and communication, you can embark on a career across diverse sectors, such as journalism, digital marketing, public relations, and beyond. Here are some potential avenues for career development:

  • Establish and oversee your own online media platform
  • Develop online media products (including photos, videos, and audio content) tailored to various audience demographics
  • Secure employment within a media organization
  • Pursue a role as a digital marketing specialist
  • Engage in work within the non-governmental sector

 

Curriculum

Admission Quota: 75

Program code: 1530109

Language of study: Georgian

 

Mandatory Subjects for National Exams 2024 Admission:

  • Georgian Language and Literature
  • English Language
  • One of the following subjects: History, Mathematics, Literature, or Civics
  • Elective subjects to be taken at the national exams (passing the 4th subject is not mandatory)

Program Admission Requirements:

  • A person who has a certificate of secondary education
  • Successfully passed the unified national exams
  • Passed English as a foreign language

 

Registration of undergraduate students is carried out electronically: https://portal.gipa.ge/bachelor

Applicants to the program should submit the following document:

1. Required Admission Documents

Students should submit the following documents to register for the undergraduate program:

  • A copy of the ID card
  • Certificate of secondary education (original, copy). If the certificate was not issued in Georgia, it must be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity
  • Photo (3x4)
  • A copy of the document confirming military registration (for men)
  • Receipt confirming the payment of 25% of the annual tuition fee. If the entrant has obtained a
    study grant, the amount of money to be paid by him before registration is a quarter of the
    difference between the fee and the grant provided for by the educational program

 2. Student Contract Signing Procedures: 

After the student has completed online registration, he/she must appear at the university  from September 16 to September 20, 11:00-17:00 (Tbilisi, Rustavi highway #22a).

Tuition Fee: 6000

We offer students two types of scholarships and co-funding:

Scholarship #1:

Students with the state grant receive the 1000 GEL co-funding during the first year of studies. 

    Scholarship2:

    After the first year of academic study, Best Students will receive financial aid from GIPA:

    First two students in ranking are waved of one semester tuition - 3000 GEL.

    Nino Apakidze

    Head of Digital Media and Communication BA Program

    E-mail: n.apakidze@gipa.ge

    Cell: +995 551 16 06 69

    Address: Tbilisi, Rustavi highway #22a