About Journalism & Mass Communication

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication

The Department strives to help students cultivate a holistic perspective and understanding of communication processes by arranging seminars and workshops wherein media applications interface with subject areas such as Gender, Disability, HIV-AIDS, Science and Technology, Environment, Distance Education, Food And Nutrition, Children's Issues or any other. Interaction with Visiting Faculty invited guest speakers, and experts from mainstream media from within India or from abroad also helps students to widen their information base and gain new and interesting insights.

The Placement record of the Faculty is very impressive. The students who have graduated are all well-placed professionally, and they work at local, regional, national and international levels. They have been absorbed in media set-ups or work independently in various areas-VIZ. Print, Radio, Television, Advertisements, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Research & Documentation, Government and Non-Government Organizations, Academics, Content Writing, Film Making and Photography.

Journalism & Mass Communication Stream

In recent years we have witnessed unprecedented growth in the world of communication. Gone are the days when short and sweet reporting could get the message across. Not only has the world of communication changed, but so has the target audience. With the increase in the number of television sets, news channels, radio stations, advertising, and so much more each growing day, the field seems to be transcending into an unmatched growth and, along with its options to its pursuers, to have a dynamic career.

Mass Communication is all about disseminating information to the masses at the local, national or international levels with or without a necessary intent. On the other hand, Journalism is more about informing people about something meaningful. Journalism is more predictable in its approach, in which the emphasis is on information and facts.

This industry is doing quite well for itself. The students of this trade can look forward to working in public relations, television, films, publishing, journalism, editing, etc. The thing to remember while applying to the industry is that people with strong people skills and a flair for communication will be preferred. The job requires the aspirants to be skilful, energetic and also creative.