Redefining Media Education in the spirit of 'Magis'
The journey that I undertake is of a new beginning in ways more than one. As my tenure commences as Dean (Acting), I resonate with the sense of potential that the School of Communications has. With every batch of students, we celebrate not only the widening of their intellectual horizons, their professional accomplishments but also ensure that they lead with empathy in their future endeavours.
As we stand at the crossroads today, I acknowledge the challenges that will cross our path. Let those challenges be a source of inspiration, let those challenges forge creative ideas, let them accelerate our growth.
Irrespective of your specific paths, when you situate yourself in the intellectual and creative environment of our School as students, you are not only advancing scholarly knowledge within the discipline, but you are also empowered to contribute towards the service of humanity. The memories that you make together, the academic and personal connections that you create here will sustain you as successful professionals and academicians.
Dr. Arpita Saha
Acting Dean (Academics),
School of Communications
PROGRAMS OFFERED:
The School of Communications caters to individuals keen on pursuing a career in media through its comprehensive array of academic programs, including 4-year BSc (Hons.) Media Studies, MA in Mass Communication, Doctoral Studies. Among the most sought-after courses at the school are Media Research, Digital Journalism, Television Production, Advertising, Marketing Communication, Corporate Communication, Public Relations, and Event Management. Additionally, the school offers a range of practical courses such as Photography, Videography, Audio Engineering, Designing, and Graphics. Students at the School of Communications benefit from expert guidance provided by both in-house faculty and industry professionals through workshops and seminars.
INFRASTRUCTURE:
The School of Communications has a highly qualified faculty with doctoral degrees and extensive industry experience, who serve as mentors rather than just classroom lecturers. Students benefit from personalized guidance and tutoring, making their educational experience both enjoyable and informative. Regular feedback from students is valued by the faculty, who use it to enhance course content and improve the teaching and learning experience. Many of the courses offered include a blend of theoretical, practical, and hands-on field exposure components, setting the program apart from others. The School also benefits from a Strategic Academic Advisory Board (SAAB) made up of industry experts, who periodically review curricula and course relevance in response to the ever-changing demands of the industry.
RESOURCES:
The School of Communications has a highly qualified faculty with doctoral degrees and extensive industry experience, who serve as mentors rather than just classroom lecturers. Students benefit from personalized guidance and tutoring, making their educational experience both enjoyable and informative. Regular feedback from students is valued by the faculty, who use it to enhance course content and improve the teaching and learning experience. Many of the courses offered include a blend of theoretical, practical, and hands-on field exposure components, setting the program apart from others. The School also benefits from a Strategic Academic Advisory Board (SAAB) made up of industry experts, who periodically review curricula and course relevance in response to the ever-changing demands of the industry.
CURRICULA:
The School of Communications curriculum is structured to provide practical exposure and hands-on experience to its students. As part of their coursework, BSc Mass Communication students are required to complete seven months of internships, while MA Mass Communication students are required to complete six months of internships with reputed media houses across India. Each student is assigned an industry mentor to monitor their progress during the internship period. Upon completion of their internships, students are typically well-equipped to chart their career paths, and many are often offered employment by the agencies where they completed their internships. It is noteworthy that all of the school’s past students are currently employed in diverse roles across production houses, news agencies, film industry, PR firms, event management companies, ad agencies, photo studios, social media marketing, among others. The School of Communications’ Career Advisory Services (CAS) team plays a crucial role in aligning the curriculum with industry requirements, ensuring that students receive the best possible guidance and career support.
OUTSIDE OF CLASSROOM WALLS:
School of Communications conducts symposium, conclave, media quiz, workshops, industry talks, skype sessions and on field training at news studios, cinema sets, advertising and PR agencies, to help students engage themselves with the practitioners to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses with the timely intervention of the professionals and practitioners. These activities are aimed at bridging the gap between classroom teaching and industry learnings.
YOU ARE MOST WELCOME:
As the scenario in media industry is rapidly changing, School of Communications does make every effort to keep to the basics of media studies with greater commitment to excel in everything we do; aspire to be ever more fearless, creative and self-expressive; look for deeper knowledge in education where one makes ethically sound decisions always to protect truth, value life and respect humanity at all cost. The School of Communications welcomes you to be trained as media professionals in the spirit of ‘Magis’.