A Bachelor's in Journalism & Mass Communication (B.A. JMC or BJMC) is a 3-year undergraduate course preparing students for careers in media (print, TV, digital, radio) by teaching reporting, writing, editing, content creation, digital marketing, ethics, and multimedia skills, blending theory with practical training for roles like reporter, content writer, PR exec, or digital marketer. It covers traditional journalism principles alongside new media trends like data journalism, VR, and AI, equipping graduates for the evolving media landscape.  

Key Aspects of the Course

• Curriculum: Covers fundamentals like media history, laws, ethics, reporting, editing, photography, broadcasting, digital content, social media, animation, and data journalism. 
• Practical Training: Emphasizes hands-on experience through lab work, producing newspapers/bulletins, fieldwork, internships, and using industry-standard tools. 
• Skills Developed: Critical thinking, research, writing, storytelling, audience engagement, technical skills (video/audio production), and problem-solving. 
• Industry Focus: Aims to align students with current industry needs, preparing them for diverse roles in media conglomerates and new media platforms. 

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles in: 

• Journalism: Reporter, Editor, Correspondent, Photojournalist, Data Journalist.
• Digital Media: Content Writer, Digital Marketing Specialist, Social Media Manager, Multimedia Producer.
• Broadcasting: TV/Radio Anchor, Producer, News Analyst.
• Public Relations: PR Executive, Communications Specialist.

Eligibility & Duration

• Duration: Typically 3 years.
• Eligibility: Completion of 10+2 (any stream) with minimum marks (often 50-60%).