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Mass Communication

The Department of Mass Communication, Peter University, Achina/Onneh, was established during the 2022/2023 academic session. The department is domiciled within the Faculty of Arts, Social and Management Sciences. It awards the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mass Communication to successful candidates upon the completion of a four-year programme.

23 Students
8 Staff
2022 Established

Overview

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Department of Mass Communication

B.Sc. MASS COMMUNICATION PROGRAMME

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Establishment & Historical Background

The Department of Mass Communication, Peter University, Achina/Onneh, was established during the 2022/2023 academic session. The department is domiciled within the Faculty of Arts, Social and Management Sciences and awards the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mass Communication to successful candidates upon the completion of a rigorous four-year programme.

At its inception, the Mass Communication programme at Peter University adopted the BMAS/CCMAS course structure obtained from the Department of Mass Communication, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, which serves as the parent university, ensuring academic standards and curriculum quality.

2022/2023
ESTABLISHMENT
2023/2024
FIRST ADMISSION
8
PIONEER STUDENTS
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Mission

To provide a transformative mass communication education that blends theoretical knowledge with practical experience, fostering professionalism, ethical reasoning, and media excellence. The department is committed to producing media professionals who uphold truth, accuracy, and social responsibility.

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Vision

To be a premier centre of excellence in mass communication training, research, and practice in Nigeria and beyond — recognized for producing innovative, ethical, and technologically proficient media professionals who shape public discourse and drive societal development.

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Philosophy

The department is anchored on the philosophy that communication is a powerful tool for social change and national development. We believe in educating the whole person — intellectually, ethically, and professionally — to serve as responsible custodians of media ethics and public trust.

📋 Aims & Objectives

01.

Produce competent mass communication graduates with strong writing, reporting, and analytical skills.

02.

Instill ethical values and professional standards in media practice and public communication.

03.

Prepare students for careers in broadcasting, journalism, public relations, advertising, and digital media.

04.

Equip students with modern media technologies and production skills for industry readiness.

05.

Foster research competence to advance knowledge in mass communication and media studies.

06.

Develop entrepreneurial skills for media start-ups and freelance journalism.

👨‍🏫 Academic Staff History & Timeline

2023/2024 – First Academic Staff PIONEER

Mrs. Ebele Obiajuju joined as the first academic staff member of the department.

2024/2025 – Second Staff & First Acting HOD APPOINTMENT

Dr. Ogai Joseph was employed as the second academic staff member and was later appointed as the first Acting Head of Department.

Second Semester 2024/2025 – Graduate Assistants NEW HIRES

Two additional academic staff members joined as Graduate Assistants: Mr. Agbachukwu Paschal Ifesinachi and Miss Onyinye Nwammuo.

November 2025 – Five Additional Staff FACULTY EXPANSION

The university employed five additional academic staff members: Professor Angela Nwammuo (Visiting Professor), Associate Professor Uche Ekwugha (Adjunct, Current Acting HOD), Dr. Ben Ogbonna, Mrs. Obi Ifeyinwa, and Mr. Victor Okorie.

✅ NUC Accreditation & Resource Verification

📋 Resource Verification

During the 2024/2025 academic session, the department underwent a rigorous resource verification exercise and emerged successful during the university-wide review of operational licences conducted by the NUC.

🏆 Full Accreditation

In November 2025, during the first semester of the 2025/2026 academic session, the department underwent its first full accreditation exercise by the NUC and recorded a successful outcome.

📡 Training Facilities & Media Studio

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Current Facility: Mini Radio & Television Studio

The department currently operates a mini radio and television studio, which is temporarily housed within the University Sports Complex. This facility provides students with hands-on training in broadcasting, production, and media presentation.

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⭐ PROPOSED: FULLY FUNCTIONAL RADIO STATION

The university management has proposed the establishment of a fully functional radio station on campus. The proposed station is expected to serve a dual purpose:

  • 📡 As a practical training facility for Mass Communication students
  • 💰 As a revenue-generating commercial radio station for the university

This initiative will significantly enhance practical learning and provide students with real-world broadcasting experience.

📚 Programme Structure Highlights

📺 Broadcasting & Electronic Media

  • Radio & Television Production
  • Broadcast Journalism
  • Media Presentation & Anchoring
  • Audio & Video Editing

📝 Print & Digital Journalism

  • News Writing & Reporting
  • Feature & Investigative Writing
  • Online & Digital Journalism
  • Editorial & Copy Editing

📢 Public Relations & Advertising

  • Public Relations Strategies
  • Advertising & Brand Management
  • Crisis Communication
  • Corporate Communications

🔬 Media Research & Theory

  • Mass Communication Theories
  • Media & Society
  • Research Methodology
  • Media Law & Ethics

💎 Core Values

🔹 Truth & Accuracy 🔹 Fairness & Balance 🔹 Social Responsibility 🔹 Professionalism 🔹 Ethical Journalism 🔹 Innovation
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23

Total Student Population

Across First, Second & Third Year Levels

💼 Career Opportunities for Graduates

📺 Broadcast Journalist 📝 Print Reporter 📢 Public Relations Officer 📊 Media Planner 🎙️ Radio/TV Producer 📱 Digital Media Manager 🎓 Media Educator 📈 Corporate Communicator

🤝 Professional Affiliations

NUJ (Nigeria Union of Journalists) NIPR (Nigerian Institute of Public Relations) APCON (Advertising Practitioners Council) BON (Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria)

The Mass Communication programme at Peter University is designed to combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience in order to promote professionalism and excellence in Mass Communication training, research, and practice.

📡 Training Media Professionals for the Digital Age

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Staff Roster

Ekwugha Uchenna Patricia, PhD.

Ekwugha Uchenna Patricia, PhD.

Ag. HOD
Head of Department
Benjamin Ndubuisi Ogbonna, PhD.

Benjamin Ndubuisi Ogbonna, PhD.

Lecturer
Prof. Angela Nkiru Nwammuo, FNIPR, FACCE.

Prof. Angela Nkiru Nwammuo, FNIPR, FACCE.

Professor
Joseph Okpaga Ogai, PhD.

Joseph Okpaga Ogai, PhD.

Lecturer
Mrs. Obi Ifeyinwa Felicitas

Mrs. Obi Ifeyinwa Felicitas

Lecturer
Victor Kelechi Okorie

Victor Kelechi Okorie

Lecturer
Onyinye Sylvia Nwammuo

Onyinye Sylvia Nwammuo

Lecturer
Paschal Ifesinachi Agbachukwu

Paschal Ifesinachi Agbachukwu

Lecturer
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