Basics about Mass Communication Course


Posted July 12, 2022 by scmcpune

Most universities provide merit-based admission to journalism and mass communication programmes.
 
BA in Mass Communication from any mass communication college is a three-year undergraduate programme that provides students with the technical skills and social understanding needed to write about and convey information to the general public about governmental matters, history, culture, business, budget issues, sports and entertainment via mass media mediums such as radio, newspaper, television, and web-based social networking sites.
Candidates must have finished their 10+2 education or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board with an aggregate of 50% marks to be eligible for this programme. Following a BA in Journalism and Mass Communication, students can pursue a master's degree in the field, followed by an M.Phil or PhD.
Graduates might also work as Columnist, Radio Jockey, Photojournalist, News Reporter, Copywriter, and Food Critic at advertising firms, broadcasting businesses, radio telecasting companies, magazines, and the Legal Affairs department.
Most universities provide merit-based admission to journalism and mass communication programmes.
Direct Admission – Students are admitted directly based on their performance in class board examinations. The following information is provided:
Applicants are short-listed on the basis of their merit. Before applying, individuals must ensure that they meet the qualifying requirements.
Students can apply for universities that manage merit-based admissions by online or offline applications, with the form of payment being the same as the mode of application.
Exam-based Entrance - To get admitted to the college, candidates must take an entrance exam organised by the college:
Only a few colleges need an admission test for those interested in pursuing a BA in Journalism and Mass Communication.
Students must register and pay for tests online in order to take them.
Institutes that accept admission exam results follow a standard selection approach, however the cut-off mark varies for every institution.
Colleges' requirements for BA Journalism and Mass Communication are as follows:
Candidates must have finished their 10+2 education or equivalent in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks to be eligible for this programme.
Institutions that need an entrance test for admission may consider both the entrance exam result and previous academic records. Each institution determines the examination cut-off point.
Letters of recommendation might be beneficial to the candidate as well.
BA Journalism and Mass Communication provides a few specialisations that can lead to speedier career placement in many sectors of journalism, as well as several related research opportunities.
Advertising, public relations, event management, journalism, digital media, and broadcasting are some of the most renowned specialisations in journalism and mass communication.
Graduates who want to learn more about journalism and mass communication can pursue a master's degree in journalism and mass communication or one of its specialities, followed by M.Phil. and PhD in journalism and mass communication degrees.
Graduates can also pursue academia and/or contribute to the large body of knowledge in Journalism and Mass Communication by doing research in a relevant area.
Students who desire to follow a different path might pursue an MBA and work in management.
BA in mass communication graduates can begin as freelance writers, photographers, or junior reporters and expand their careers via experience, or they can launch their own blog or studio.
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Last Updated July 12, 2022