This is a department that runs courses which are designed to raise the professional standard of journalism. The use of the Internet as a source of news and Online-
Journalism is emphasised in all the courses.

1. BASIC JOURNALISM
It is for new entrants into the profession of journalism.

COURSE CONTENT:
Fundamentals of broadcasting, concept of news, use of perception and perspectives in news reporting, news writing, editing and reporting, communication techniques, interviewing techniques, introduction to media law and ethnics, programme production techniques.
Duration: Eight (8) weeks.

2. INTERMEDIATE JOURNALISM
For reporters and editors.

COURSE CONTENT:
Specialised reporting e.g. political reporting, news gathering, processing and presentation.  Introduction to Industrial Relations, application of Media Laws and Ethics as well as conflict reporting.
Duration: Seven (7) weeks.

3. ADVANCED JOURNALISM
It Is designed for journalists in management positions in media establishments and allied organisations.  It is also for editors in supervisory positions.  The Course treats topics such as: X-ray and maintenance of house-styles, handling breaking news scenarios, case studies of media law and ethics, resource planning and management, conflict management in news reporting, beat reporting system, editorial values/news criteria, Creative writing, international news flow and propaganda.  The list is endless because as new issues arise they are included.
Duration: Six (6) weeks.

4. MOBILE NEWS CLINIC:
It Is a clinical course for fresh reporters/editors as well as for practicing journalists whose professional competence need to be up graded.  It is a forum to impart latest professional skills aimed at enhancing techniques in News.  The course may be held at any radio station on request.
Duration: One (1) week.

5. NEWS MANAGEMENT ROUNDTABLE
The course is for Directors, Deputy Directors, Assistant Directors and Heads of News of all interested Radio Stations.  It is a forum for Brainstorming and current affairs: It is aimed at widening and enriching management  skills of News Administrators and making radio news more relevant to the listener and the advertiser with due consideration to the interests, of the owners, of the Stations.  It is also aimed at expanding the revenue prospects of radio stations trough Commercial News and News-related packages.
Duration: Five (5) days.

6. CREATIVE WRITING
This is a course designed for new crop of writers for Radio, Television, the print media and the World of literature in general.
Duration: Two (2) weeks.