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Summary

Course Name : Bachelor in Journalism

Eligibility : 10 + 2 or equivalent in any stream

Programme fees : 48,000/- Per Annum

FAQ

Media and Entertainment

Introduction of the Sector

Media and Entertainment industry is powered by technological pace. No doubt the pace of the technology will be double and triple soon. But the main concern is that there should be industry ready workforce. This skilled workforce is created by vocational education. This is really high time to grab the opportunity.

India has a large broadcasting and distribution industry, comprising approximately 900 satellite TV channels, 6000 Multi-system operators, around 60,000 local cable operators, 7 DTH operators and few IPTV service providers.

Bachelor in Journalism

Programme Introduction

The course will cater to well-rounded introduction to the basics of freelance journalism. The key components of writing news, features and vox pops is discussed. The evolution of print media and the designing of news discussed here in detail.

Eligibility for Admission

10+2 or equivalent, in any stream.

Career Prospects/Job Role

Print media, internet media, TV, broadcast media – all forms of mass communication require skilled journalists to obtain, write, edit, print and broadcast news, events and information. Here are some of the prime recruiters for a Journalism graduate. TV Production firms, AIR, Radio Stations, Digital Media firms, Internet Media firms, Print Media firms, NEWS Channels.

In the above mentioned places, graduates may don roles such as Reporter, Editor, Anchor, Broadcast Technician, Cameraman/Photographer, Columnist, Analyst, Writer and Photojournalist. If any student interested in self-employment, he / she may become a Freelance Journalist. One may even become an Independent Investigative or Photojournalist.

Knowledger provider for skill training

Indraprashta IT Cell Pvt Ltd, Greycats, Krazzy Innovations and Amnon Technologies

Semester-wise Listing of Courses

SEMESTER I			SEMESTER II
Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Course Code	Course Name	Credits
GE 1.1	Functional English	2	GE 2.1	Communication Skills	2
GE 1.2	Computing Skills and Digital Literacy	2	GE 2.2	Environmental Studies	2
MEJ 1.1	Communication	2	MEJ 2.1	Media Law and Ethics	2
MEJ 1.2	Design, Graphics and Layout - I	2	MEJ 2.2	Design, Graphics and Layout - II	2
MEJ 1.3	Introduction to Print News	2	MEJ 2.3	Introduction to Broadcast News	2
MEJ ST1	Skill Training	12	MEJ ST2	Skill Training	12
CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC	CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC


SEMESTER III			SEMESTER IV
Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Course Code	Course Name	Credits
GE 3.1	Financial Literacy	2	GE 4.1	Design Thinking	2
GE 3.2	Basics of Legal and HR Policies	2	GE 4.2	Organizational Behaviour	2
MEJ 3.1	New Media	2	MEJ 4.1	Writing for Web	2
MEJ 3.2	Writing for Print	2	MEJ 4.2	Writing for Television	2
MEJ 3.3	Writing for Radio	2	MEJ 4.3	Photography and Photojournalism	2
MEJ ST3	Skill Training	12	MEJ ST4	Skill Training	12
CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC	CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC


SEMESTER V			SEMESTER VI
Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Course Code	Course Name	Credits
GE 5.1	Health and Wellness	2	GE 6.1	Entrepreneurship	2
GE 5.2	Personal Grooming	2	GE 6.2	Employment Readiness	2
MEJ 5.1	Features, Editorials and Other Formats	2	MEJ 6.1	Media Management	2
MEJ 5.2	Development Journalism	2	MEJ 6.2	Alternative Media, Disaster and Minority Reporting	2
MEJ 5.3	Documentary	2	MEJ 6.3	Advertising	2
MEJ ST5	Skill Training	12	MEJ ST6	Skill Training	12
CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC	CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC

*Domain Practicum- “Compulsory and Non-Credit, non-evaluative component"

The Skill Training component is 50% to 60% ranging from 600 hours to 720 hours per year depending upon the industry requirement

Programme fees: Rs. 48,000/-per annum
Examination fees: Rs. 1,600/- per semester and Rs. 3,200/- per annum
Caution Deposit (Refundable): Rs.5000/-
Convocation Fees: Rs.2000/- (In absentia Rs.2500/-)