BSc (Hons.) MASS COMMUNICATION
PROGRAM OVERVIEW :
The B.Sc. (Hons.) Mass Communication program is specifically designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of mass media functions and processes. This program encompasses all the major components of mass communication, including Print, Online and TV Journalism, Social Media, Film, Radio, TV production, Graphic Designing and Animation, Photography, Cinematography, Event Management, Advertising, Corporate Communication, Public Relations, and research. The program adopts a balanced approach towards theory and practical aspects of media, enabling students to develop a critical understanding of its applications. The program’s unique selling point is its hands-on approach, where the latest audio-visual media equipment used in the industry is provided to students. Additionally, the program includes an eight-month internship at various media houses to complete the 360-degree learning process. The classroom assignments and individual projects contribute to the students’ portfolio, which can be used as a reference during their career interviews.
BSc (Hons.) MASS COMMUNICATION - COURSES
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM (CBCS)
SEMESTER – I
| Sl. No. | Course Name | Course Category | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
English Communication |
Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course (AECC) |
2 |
|
2 |
Introduction to Mass Communication Studies
|
Core Course (CC)
|
3 |
|
3 |
Introduction to Journalism |
Core Course (CC)
|
3 |
|
4 |
Audience Psychology, Art & Aesthetics
|
General Elective (GE)
|
3 |
|
5 |
Digital Audio & Radio Production
|
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC) |
4 |
|
6 |
Digital Still Photography
|
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC) |
3 |
|
7 |
Computer Application - Graphic Design I
|
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC) |
5 |
|
Total Credits |
23 |
||
SEMESTER – II
| Sl. No. | Course Name | Course Category | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
8 |
Environmental Studies
|
Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course (AECC)
|
2 |
|
9 |
Introduction to Television Production
|
Course Course (CC)
|
4 |
|
10 |
Mass Communication Theories
|
Core Course (CC)
|
3 |
|
11 |
Elements of Film
|
Core Course (CC)
|
4 |
|
12 |
Writing for Media
|
General Elective (GE)
|
4 |
|
13 |
Computer Application - Graphic Design II
|
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC) |
5
|
|
14 |
Summer Internship Program - I
|
Discipline Specific Elective (DSE) |
6 |
|
Total Credits |
28 |
||
SEMESTER – III
| Sl. No. | Course Name | Course Category | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
15 |
Media Culture & Society
|
Core Course (CC)
|
3 |
|
16 |
Advertising & Public Relations
|
Course Course (CC)
|
4 |
|
17 |
News Reporting & Anchoring
|
General Elective (GE)
|
3 |
|
18 |
Motion Graphic Design
|
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC) |
5 |
|
19 |
Entertainment Television
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
5 |
|
20 |
Digital Video Editing
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
3 |
|
Total Credits |
23 |
||
SEMESTER – IV
| Sl. No. | Course Name | Course Category | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
21 |
Communication for Development
|
Course Course (CC) |
3 |
|
22 |
Media Research |
Course Course (CC) |
4 |
|
23 |
Corporate Etiquette & Group Communication |
General Elective (GE) |
3 |
|
24 |
Digital Marketing & Social Media
|
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC) |
3 |
|
25 |
Visual Effects
|
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC) |
5 |
|
26 |
Online Journalism
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
3 |
|
27 |
Digital Film Making
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
3 |
|
28 |
Summer Internship Program - II
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
6 |
|
Total Credits |
30 |
||
SEMESTER - V
| Sl. No. | Course Name | Course Category | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
29 |
Dissertation |
Core Course (CC)
|
6 |
|
30 |
Media Law & Ethics
|
Core Course (CC)
|
3 |
|
31 |
Event Management |
Skills Enhancement Course (SEC)
|
3 |
|
32 |
Digital Public Relations & Corporate Communication
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
4 |
|
33 |
Educational Media Design & Production
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
3 |
|
34 |
Documentary Film Production
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
4 |
|
Total Credits |
23 |
||
SEMESTER – VI
| Sl. No. | Course Name | Course Category | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
35 |
Final Internship |
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
12 |
|
36 |
Capstone Project
|
Discipline Specific Elective Course (DSEC)
|
6 |
|
37 |
Comprehensive Studies
|
Core Course (CC)
|
3 |
|
Total Credits |
21 |
||
GRAND TOTAL = 23+28+23+30+23+21= 148 CREDITS