Bachelor of Journalism and Communication is a three-duration undergraduate degree course. Those who pursue the degree are trained and educated in the different techniques and methods of mass media and communication. As the name suggests, the Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication course deals with two different aspects of communication.
The first, i.e. Journalism, deals with the transmission of day-to-day information as well as other current affairs information via two platforms, i.e. print and electronic. The second aspect of Communication is Mass Communication, which has been designed to train the students in the different aspects of story-telling and sharing information through different mediums and methods to the audience.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must have completed 10+2 in any stream from a recognized education board with the minimum marks required by your chosen university. Many colleges and universities in India also need students to qualify for certain entrance exams like IIMC Entrance Exam, IPU CET, Jamia Milia CET, etc.
CAREER & Jobs OPPORTUNITIES
Journalism and mass communication graduates have a plethora of career opportunities to explore in Print Media, Digital Media, Broadcast Media, and New Media. Moreover, the domain of mass media is a highly creative one with high-salaried packages on offer and a chance to work in the booming media and entertainment industry. Check out the following list of top career prospects to explore after completing BJMC.
Media Consultant
Journalist
Content Marketing Manager
Public Relations Specialist
Social Media Manager
News Analyst
Photojournalist
Animator
Video Editor
Radio Jockey
Video Jockey
Broadcast Producer
Script Writer
Anchor
Employment Area / Major Recruiters (Govt. & Private sector)
Circulation & Public Relations
Advertising Agencies
News Agencies
Broadcasting Corporations
Legal Affairs Department
Photography Companies
Journals Radio
Telecasting Companies
TV Channels
Newspapers
All India Radio
BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication) Course details Highlights
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Course Name |
Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication |
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Short Name |
BJMC |
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Level |
Undergraduate |
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Duration |
3 Years |
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Course Type |
Degree Programme |
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Degree |
Bachelor |
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Annual Course Fee |
30,000 - 2,75,000 |
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Average Initial Salary |
1,50,000 - 6,00,000 LPA |
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Exam Type |
Semester |
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Minimum Academic Requirement |
10+2 |
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Minimum Aggregate Score Requirement |
50% or More |
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Selection Process |
University-Level Entrance Exam or Merit-based |
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Employment Areas |
Government and Private Sectors, TV Channels, Radio, Newspapers, etc |
BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication) Syllabus
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Semester-I |
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Writing for Media |
Introduction to Communication |
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Introduction to Journalism (Reporting, Writing & Editing) |
Socio-Economic & Political Scenario |
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Communicative Hindi |
Basics of Design & Graphics |
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Indian Culture |
Computer Lab |
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Communication Lab |
Design & Graphics Lab |
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Semester-II |
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History of Print & Broadcasting in India |
Print Journalism-I |
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Media Laws & Ethics |
Still Photography |
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State Politics & Constitution |
Theory of Communication |
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Application of Computer in Media |
Photo Lab |
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Print Journalism Lab |
Computer Lab |
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Semester-III |
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Development & Communication |
Print Journalism-II |
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Radio Journalism & Production |
Basics of Camera, Lights & Sound |
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Media Management |
Folk Media |
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Cyber Media |
Summer Training Report |
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Print Journalism Lab |
Radio Journalism & Production Lab |
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Operation & Handling of Video Equipment Lab |
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Semester-IV |
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Television Journalism & Production |
Introduction to Advertising |
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Public Relations |
New Media |
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Television Journalism & Production Lab |
Public Relations Lab |
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Fundamentals of Economics & Indian Economy |
National & International Affairs |
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New Media Lab |
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Semester-V |
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Advertising Practices |
Event Management: Principles & Methods |
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Media Research |
Environment Communication |
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Tribal Communication |
Communication Research |
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Functional Exposure Report |
Internship Report |
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Advertising Lab |
Event Management Lab |
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Media Research Lab |
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Semester-VI |
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Media Organisation & Management |
Contemporary Issues |
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Global Media Scenario |
Value Education |
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Final Project |
Comprehensive Viva |
