Journalism And Mass Comm

Journalism and Mass Communication

Journalism is the activity of gathering, evaluating, creating, and presenting news and information. The study of disseminating information to a large audience via a variety of communication channels is known as mass communication. We are all connected through various modes of communication, and this is all part of journalism and mass communication.

Obtaining a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication allows you to work in a creative environment with people who inspire you to excel in your field. With the increasing popularity of these subjects, a plethora of job opportunities are emerging.

There are numerous job opportunities available after earning a Master of Journalism and Mass Communication or a Master of Mass Communication. Although many students enter the field immediately after finishing their Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, many prefer Master's programs. It is also advisable to pursue a Master's degree first, as this aids in the theoretical and practical development of ideas. Internships completed during the Masters programs have a positive impact on the students' careers and help them learn the necessary skills.

Mass communication is the study of how to effectively communicate information to a large number of people through print and digital media such as television, radio, newspapers, magazines, websites, blogs, and social media. This field has seen a massive increase in job opportunities as a result of technological advancements and rising demand for informative and entertaining content.

Scope of Journalism and Mass Communication

Television, radio, print media, and online websites are all examples of mass communication media. At this time, all media outlets are exploding with information and job opportunities. After completing a mass communication course, one can work for a variety of newspapers, television channels, magazines, radio stations, and films. Aside from that, one can work in advertising agencies, public relations firms, and event management firms.

Courses in Journalism and Mass Communication

Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication (BAJMC)	MA in Journalism and Communication
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Journalism	MA in Multimedia
BA in Journalism	Masters in Journalism and Mass Communication
Bachelor of Journalism	Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism
BA in Convergent Journalism	Postgraduate Diploma in TV and Radio Journalism
BA in Journalism and Communication Studies	Postgraduate Diploma in Print and Broadcast Journalism

 

Eligibility Criteria (UG & PG) of Journalism
Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Candidate must have completed the Intermediate education	Candidate must have completed Bachelor’s degree from any good college or University
Candidate must got 50% marks in Intermediate.	Candidates must have to pass the entrance exams.

 

List of top collages in India for Journalism and Mass Communication: -

Collage Name	Location	Course Name	Fee Structure
Asian College of Journalism	Chennai	PG Diploma in Mass communication	INR 7,00,000
Indian Institute of Mass communication (IIMC)	New Delhi	PG Diploma in Mass communication	INR 1,60,000
Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media (IIJNM)	Banglore	PG Diploma in Mass communication	INR 4,50,000
Xavier Institute of Communication	Mumbai	PG Diploma in Mass communication	INR 4,00,000
Parul University	Vadodara	PG Diploma in Mass communication	INR 20,000
AJK Mass Commmunication Research Centre	New Delhi	PG Diploma in Mass communication	INR 75,000
Lovely Professional University	Jalandhar	MMC	INR 1,50,00 First year
Manipal Academy of Higher Education	Manipal	PG Diploma in Mass communication	INR 1,75,00
TakeOne School of Mass Communication	New Delhi	MMC	INR 80,000 First year
SavitribaiPhule Pune University	Pune	Ph. D in Mass Communication	INR 35,000 First year
Amity School of Communication	Noida	BMM	INR 2,70,00 First Year
Sophia Collage for Women	Mumbai	BMM	INR 1,65,000

 

List of Entrance exams for Journalism and Mass Communication in India 2023: -

Name of Examination	Last Date to apply	Exam Date
GMCET	March 2023	March 2023
IIMC Entrance Exam	July 2023	August 2023
JMI Entrance Exam	May 2023	June 2023
ACJ Entrance Exam	May 2023	May 2023
XIC OET	April 2023	May 2023
CUET UG	May 2023	July  - August 2023
CUET PG	July 2023	September 2023
DUET	June 2023	July – August 2023