Highlights:-
Course Name |
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication |
Course Duration |
3 years |
Degree Level |
Undergraduate |
Eligibility Criteria for BAJMC |
Competed 10+2 or equivalent qualification with at least 50 % |
Education Mode |
Regular, Distance Learning & Part-time |
Admission Process |
Merit/entrance exam scores & personal interview. |
Entrance Exams |
IPU CET, SPPU Entrance Exam, MH CET, JET, CUET, NPAT |
Average Course Fees (INR) |
Rs 20000 - Rs 1.00 lacs per semester |
Job Profiles |
Copywriter, Illustrator, Editor, Photojournalist, TV Correspondent, Video Jockey (VJ), Food Critic, News Reporter, Public Relations Officer, Fashion Critic, |
Average Entry-level Salary (INR) |
Rs 4.00 - Rs 10.00 lacs |
Eligibility Criteria:-
To join the Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication course, students must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must have finished their 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised board, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- Students belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer) who are differently abled and those in other categories will get marks relaxed as determined by the institution.
- Students must appear in the entrance examination as required by the admission authorities.
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication: Syllabus
The BAJMC course is divided into six semesters. Below mentioned is a sample of the BAJMC syllabus:
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
Introduction to New Media |
Media Laws & Ethics |
Introduction to Mass Communication |
Organisational Set up of News Channel |
Art of Digital Storytelling |
Art of Writing & Editing |
Data Journalism & Technologies |
Writing For TV News Programmes and Digital Platforms |
Communication Skills |
News Gathering & Reporting |
Principles of Photography |
Introduction to Animation and Graphics |
Semester 3 |
Semester 4 |
Principals of Digital Marketing |
Applied Research |
Convergence Concept: Types of Digital Media |
Multimedia and Data Journalism |
Digital Video Production and Monetization |
Elements of Media -Input & Output functions |
Advance Animation and Graphics |
Fact-checking and Verification |
Anchoring & News Presentation |
Entrepreneurship & Start-Ups |
News Room Set Up |
Blogging and Vlogging |
Community Connect |
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Semester 5 |
Semester 6 |
OJT with specialisations: Anchoring/ Input & Output desk/ Digital platforms/ Camera Handling for news/ Video Editing/ Content Writing |
OJT with specialisations: Anchoring/ Input & Output desk/ Digital platforms/ Camera Handling for news/ Video Editing/ Content Writing |
Dissertation |
What after a BA in Journalism and Mass Communication?
Upon completing BAJMC, students can pursue a master's in Journalism and Mass Communication (specialisation) and continue their studies with a PhD in Journalism and Mass Communication. Those who wish to work after graduation can start their career with any of the below-mentioned career options:
Job Position |
Job Description |
Average Salary Package (INR) PA |
News Reporter |
Creating compelling stories for the events happening in the surrounding world with photographs based on shreds of evidence. |
Rs 4.00 - Rs 7.00 lacs |
Content Writer |
Creating various formats of content with in-depth research and optimisation of content for organic search |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 7.00 lacs |
Copywriter |
Crafting a copy with the intent to create a brand image and increasing the revenue of the business |
Rs 5.00 - Rs 8.00 lacs |
Radio Jockey |
Running the shows for music, sports, movies, and news sessions for private or internet radio stations |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 6.00 lacs |
Social Media Manager |
Building and maintaining the brand image by curating organic and paid content on different social media platforms |
Rs 4.00 - Rs 8.00 lacs |
Editor |
Reviewing the content and improving it to make it error-free and aligned with digital marketing strategies |
Rs 5.00 - Rs 8.00 lacs |
FAQs
- What is the complete form of BAJMC?
BAJMC stands for Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication.
- What is the scope of BAJMC?
BAJMC graduates can take master’s courses in journalism and mass communication or join the media industry as news reporters, content writers, copywriters, public relations officers, radio jockeys, or editors.
- What are the top BAJMC colleges in India?
Here are the top BAJMC colleges in India:
- Jain University - Bangalore
- Amity University - Jaipur
- A.M Informatics - Delhi
- Jagran Lakecity University (JLU) Bhopal
- IES University, Bhopal
4. Which are the top companies hiring BAJMC graduates?
The companies NDTV Network, Star India, Outlook, BBC, Group, Zee TV Network, TV 18, India TV, Hindustan Times, CNBC, Indian Express, etc.
Other specialisations in Arts: -
Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Master of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication