byDinesh
Updated on - 9 Aug, 2024
BA [Hons.] Journalism is an academic program that can be studied at an undergraduate level, and it is designed to produce skills necessary for journalism and media industries. It is a 3-year full time course wherein various subjects such as Media laws and ethics, News reporting, News editing, Photographic journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising, etc. are taught to the students in order to make them able to find out, Analyse, understand and present news for print media, electronic media and internet media. In the curriculum the theoretical knowledge is combined with the practical elements including the laboratory classes, internships, and media productions. Students develop writing skills, interpersonal skills, communication skills, analytical and critical thinking skills to take them into some of the following careers: news reporters, sub-editors, media researchers, photojournalists, TV/Radio journalists among others.
The requirement criteria applicable to admission in BA {Hons.} Journalism course is passing of class 12th in any stream with minimum 50% overall percentage of marks. Some of the institutes take into account the performance of the candidate in common entrance tests like; CUCET (Central University Common Entrance Test), IPU CET (Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test), SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test), etc Along with entrance test score, the institutes also take into account the 12th standard mark, achievement in extra curriculum, performance in the entrance test for admission. The fee range from INR 50000 to 5 lakhs for full course and they differ according to the type of the institute.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Journalism |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with minimum 50% marks, English as a compulsory subject |
| Top Colleges | Delhi University, Mumbai University, Bangalore University, Christ University, Lady Shri Ram College, Kamala Nehru College |
| Entrance Exam | DU JAT, Christ University Entrance Test, LSR Entrance Test, KNC Entrance Test, IPU CET |
1. The bachelor's degree in any field will be required. A preliminary English proficiency may be required for non-native speakers.
2. Must have the dexterity of writing hand and passion for what is happening around. Expert in those areas but a good storyteller is desired.
3. Admissions goes through qualifying exams and/or interview process that assesses the candidate's personal qualities and motivation.
4. Program duration: 3 years. Builds a capacity in news writing, features packaging, editorial process incorporating print, television, and online broadcasting.
1. 10+2 passed or equivalent examination conducted by a recognized board with minimum 50% marks for the general category and 45% marks in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC category.
2. Minimum of five credits including English in their ‘O’ level results together with ‘A’ level passes for candidates who wishes to join the program through the direct entry into the second year of the program A Bachelors degree in any field from any recognized university.
3. IUET B. Thesis/Projects/Research Papers: Entrance test conducted by the University/Institute or any state/national level examination like IPU-CET, SET, etc.
4. Minimum age 17 years. No upper age limit
5. If the chosen subject medium is not English in class 10 and 12, then their English language proficiency level.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Completed 10+2 schooling or equivalent from a recognized board |
| Marks | Minimum aggregate of 50% marks in 10+2 |
| Subjects | Some universities may have specific subject requirements, such as English as a compulsory subject |
| Semester | Subject | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | Introduction to Mass Communication | Field of mass communication, including its history, theories, and practices. |
| English Language and Communication Skills | Developing strong English language skills, including grammar, vocabulary, and writing. | |
| Media and Society | Relationship between media and society, including the impact of media on culture, politics, and social change. | |
| 2nd Semester | Principles of Journalism | Introduces the principles of journalism, including news reporting, writing, and editing. |
| Media Law and Ethics | Explores the legal and ethical issues that mass communication professionals face, such as libel, privacy, and freedom of the press. | |
| Research Methods for Mass Communication | Introduces the principles of research methods for mass communication, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation. | |
| 3rd Semester | Reporting and Editing | Focuses on the practical skills of reporting and editing news stories. |
| Feature Writing | Engaging and informative feature stories. | |
| Media Production | Introduces the principles of media production, including camera operation, lighting, sound recording, and editing. | |
| 4th Semester | Specialization Course 1 | Specific area of journalism, such as political journalism, investigative journalism, or sports journalism. |
| Specialization Course 2 | Focuses on another specific area of journalism. | |
| Internship | Provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the journalism industry. |
| Specialization | Description |
|---|---|
| Print Journalism | Reporting, writing, and editing news for print media, including newspapers and magazines |
| Broadcast Journalism | Reporting, writing, and presenting news and information for television and radio |
| Digital Journalism | Creating and distributing news and information online, including websites, social media, and mobile apps |
| Photojournalism | Using photography to tell stories, often in conjunction with written reporting |
| Investigative Journalism | Uncovering and reporting on wrongdoing and corruption |
| Sports Journalism | Reporting and analyzing sports events and personalities |
| Public Relations | Managing the public image of organizations, companies, and individuals |
| Advertising | Creating and executing effective advertising campaigns |
| Media Management | Managing the business aspects of the media industry |
| International Communication | Communicating information and ideas across different cultures and countries |
| Film and Television Production | Producing films and television programs |
| Communication Studies | Studying human communication, including verbal, nonverbal, and interpersonal communication |
| Media Law | Advising clients on legal issues related to the media industry |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR LPA) |
|---|---|
| Print Media | 3.5-4.5 LPA |
| Broadcast Media | 4-5 LPA |
| Digital Media | 3.5-4.5 LPA |
| Public Relations | 4-5 LPA |
| Content Marketing | 3.5-4.5 LPA |