Gij Student Handbook May 2026

The GIJ Student Handbook serves as the primary guide for navigating academic expectations, attendance policies, and code of conduct standards within the Ghana Institute of Journalism. It provides essential information on disciplinary procedures, academic excellence, and student responsibilities to foster a successful academic experience. For more information, read the GIJ Student Handbook

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• Visiting Hours: Strictly enforced (usually 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM). Opposite-gender visitors are heavily restricted.
• Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Playing loud music after curfew is a fineable offense.
• Prohibited Items: Electric irons, hot plates, microwaves, and candles (fire hazard risk).
• Damage Liability: Students are jointly liable for damages to common property (lounges, bathrooms).

4. THE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Every student is expected to maintain a high standard of personal conduct that reflects the values of the Institute. The following constitute major offenses: Visiting Hours: Strictly enforced (usually 4:00 PM –

Prohibited Actions: Bringing unauthorized written information into the hall, communicating with other candidates, or refusing to follow an invigilator's instructions.

Plagiarism Policy: Presenting the work, words, or ideas of another as your own without proper citation is strictly prohibited. In journalism, plagiarism is a career-ending offense; at GIJ, it results in an automatic failure of the course and potential suspension.