Bachelor of Journalism And Mass Communication | PU

Overview

Purbanchal University offers a Bachelor's in Journalism and Mass Communication program of four years. This program provides knowledge of journalism, mass communication, and media studies. It provides theoretical knowledge of principles and practices of journalism and mass communication, and develops skills to gather, write, edit, and present content and clips across various media platforms. It will also give competency to embrace new technology, an ever-evolving landscape, develop critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills in a media context, and cultivate social responsibility and professionalism. This program is the solution to enter mainstream careers as a journalist, news reporter, digital media producer, public relations officer, advertising executive, and media researcher.

Objectives of Bachelor of Journalism And Mass Communication

Some of the key objectives of Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication program for the students are listed below:

• To equip communication skills, theoretical concepts and practical training required to have a flourishing media career.
• To enhance team work techniques, research skill and leadership ability.
• To produce efficient professionals in the related field.
• To prepare them for further education such as MJMC.

Admission Requirements in Bachelor of Journalism And Mass Communication

Eligibility Criteria for Admission:

Students interested to pursue Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication course must have to complete +2 or intermediate level in any stream. Admission opens in the month of Ashoj every year.

Required Documents for Admission:

While applying for the admission students must have to submit the following documents:

• Accurately filled and signed admission form.
• Photocopy of mark sheets of SLC and +2 or intermediate level.
• Character certificates issued by the academic institutes attended.
• Two recent passport size photos.

Fee Structure

The average fee for a Bachelor of Journalism and mass communication program typically ranges between NPR 4,00,000 and NPR 6,00,000, though the exact cost may vary depending on the college or university

Career and Scope

Journalists are regarded as a fourth organ of the nation. They are responsible for keeping peoples updated with the national as well as international happenings. The purpose of BJMC program is to educate & inform, update & interpret the people. Thus, career in mass communication is considered as one of the most prestigious and highly paid profession. Sky is the limit for those who hold this well renowned degree. Graduates can find employment opportunities in TV channels, Radio channels, websites, press information bureau, government information service, periodicals & magazines and newspapers. Additionally, graduates with this degree are hired by photography companies, central information service, advertising agencies, legal affairs department, news agencies and broadcasting corporations. Moreover, graduates can pursue this course independently by writing books, novels and blogs as well.

Job Prospects for the graduates:

The graduates of Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication program have lot of options to make a prosperous career in various related areas of journalism. Some of the most popular career options for this degree holder are:

• Social media manager
• Public relation officer
• Media planner
• Magazine journalist
• Editorial assistant
• Screenwriter
• Market researcher
• Photojournalist
• Video jockey
• Critic
• Fashion photographer cartoonist
• Special correspondent
• Editor
• TV correspondent