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Certificate · Faculty of Editorial & Design

Certificate in Editorial Design

An NQF Level 4 certificate (accreditation with the Namibia Qualifications Authority in progress) focused on developing competencies in layout design, visual storytelling, and digital media production, aligned with current industry standards, with Work-Integrated Learning to ensure graduates are industry-ready.

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At a glance

  • Duration 1 year
  • Level Certificate
  • Format Hybrid
  • Fee N$ 21,000 / year

Learning outcomes

  • Edit and sub-edit copy to a consistent professional house style.
  • Plan and execute a content strategy across print, web and social publishing.
  • Produce layout and visual storytelling that holds a reader's attention.
  • Edit audio and video for broadcast and podcast formats.
  • Deliver a portfolio-ready editorial project from brief to publication.

Modules

Module 1

Editorial Foundations

Module 2

Sub-editing & Style

Module 3

Content Strategy & Publishing

Module 4

Digital Storytelling

Module 5

Editing for Broadcast & Podcast

Module 6

Portfolio & Industry Project

Entry requirements

  • Certified copy of Namibian ID (or equivalent).
  • Certified Grade 11 and Grade 12 certificates.
  • English proficiency at Grade 12 level.
  • Personal statement outlining your interest in editorial and design work.

Careers

Graduates move into sub-editing, content strategy, digital publishing, layout and editorial design, podcast/broadcast editing, and corporate communications roles across Namibian media houses, agencies and publishers.

Fees

Programme fee: N$ 21,000 / year. Payment plans are available. See admissions.