Master of Arts (M.A.) in Journalism and Mass Communication

MA Journalism and Mass Communication (MA - MCJ) is a two-year intensive programme offering THREE SPECIALISATIONS (from the 2024 batch): i) Advertising and PR/ Corporate Communications, ii) Multimedia Journalism, Content Production, and design, and iii) Visual Storytelling on Film and Television platforms including the digital.

This specialising program offers a wide range of courses in the Mass Communication domain. The programme offers a myriad of options for career choices in the field. Underpinned by the latest pedagogical practices of discussions, industry interactions, and research, this programme aims to develop a holistic environment for students to inculcate the best industry and academic practices, and be equipped with suitable career opportunities.

Selected candidates must first update the following documents on their admission portal before the interview. The admitted students must submit the original documents at the Admin Office:

• Class 10^th Certificate (High School) and Marks Card
• Class 11^th Certificate and Marks Card
• Class 12^th Certificate (Senior Secondary School) and Marks Card
• Undergraduate Marks Cards and Convocation Certificate
• Transfer Certificate from last qualified institution
• Migration Certificate if the candidate is outside Karnataka state
• Two passport-size photographs and one stamp-size photograph in formal dress with a white background
• Two Photocopies of the Online Payment Receipt
• Valid ID proof such as Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID Card

Candidates belonging to any of these categories -PIO / OCI / SAARC / FOREIGN NATIONALS-must submit the following documents:

• Photocopy of Passport and Visa Details
• Copy of PIO / OCI card (whichever is applicable and available at the time of admission)
• Certificate of Medical Fitness from an approved medical practitioner accredited by the Medical Council of India
• Resident Permit (If available)

Admission Queries

For all queries related to admissions please contact the following:

Note: Admission queries are addressed only through the above contact numbers and email ID.

In accordance with the Institution’s long-standing policy, St Joseph's University does not entertain any agents for admissions, neither accepts any capitation/donations for admissions nor endorses such practices. This policy is also propagated by our staff, students, and stakeholders. Any staff or student of SJU selling admissions of SJU will warrant legal action. Under no circumstances will the University be held responsible or liable in any way for any losses, expenses, costs or liabilities whatsoever resulting or arising directly or indirectly from any individual or group or company or agency falsely promising or guaranteeing seats in SJU.  

St Joseph's University strives to always and uncompromisingly uphold its values.

Frequently Asked Questions

Entrance Test-cum-panel interview for  MA- Journalism & Mass Communication will be held on 12 January 2025 This will be ONLINE.

Admission Process: The applicants must fill in complete information on the online application form and upload all required certificates (whatever is available) and photos.

Selection Process: The candidates have to appear for an entrance test.

Entrance test pattern:

·         Oral entrance test, followed by interviews (for each cycle of admissions, new syllabi will be posted)

·         Mode: online

·         Syllabus: Specific material for viewing and reading will be emailed to the shortlisted candidates before the exam, and also posted on SJU website.

Candidates will be tested based on:

a.   General knowledge/ current affairs (5 Marks)

b.   Language, grammar, and logic (5 Marks)

c.   Program knowledge (5 Marks)

d.   Creativity, critical thinking skills (15 Marks)

e.   Interview (20 Marks)

Total marks: 50.

Duration: 01 Hour

Please note: Animation students will have an additional drawing test before the entrance exam, on the same day.

The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. There are two rounds in the interview. The dates of the online entrance test and the subsequent interview will be announced on the website. Once the final interview is over, candidates have to pay their programme fee within 7 days,
and the mode of payment must be online

1. UG students who have cleared (minimum aggregate 40%, with no backlogs) their semesters so far are eligible, provided they clear SJUET with the highest grade.
2.  Candidates appearing for the final semester undergraduate examinations in April-May 2025 may apply with the marks of all the previous semesters.
3. General: Candidates who have passed the three-year Bachelor’s Degree examination of Bangalore University or any other University considered equivalent thereto by the Government of Karnataka, with the respective subject as optional/major/special/main subject, are eligible for admission to the programme provided they have secured a minimum of 40% marks in the aggregate of all the subjects (including English and Languages) and 50% marks in the cognate subject or major subject.Note: SC/ ST/ Category I candidates having 5% marks less than that mentioned above are also eligible to apply.

The syllabus for the M.A. MCJ with three specializations is as follows

•  MA Journalism and Mass Communication (2024-2026) Structure
•  MA Journalism and Mass Communication

 THE ADDITIONAL FEE TO BE PAID IS AS FOLLOWS:

**   Students who have cleared UG from other universities except for St Joseph's University.

Core Skills

• Intellectual Skills: Analytical and critical thinking, and strategic planning abilities.
• Social Skills: Effective communication, cultural sensitivity, and collaborative teamwork abilities.
• Technological Skills: Proficiency in digital media tools, data analytics for communication, and multimedia production technologies.
• Professional Skills: Research methodology, industry-specific writing and design skills.

Programme Outcomes

At the end of this Programme the students should be able to:

• Specialise either in Advertising & PR or as journalists  & content producers, or Visual Media Storytellers in TV, film and/ or social media.
• Face the future with confidence in the communication industry
• Develop a sound understanding of communication theories and concepts. 
• Equip themselves with strong theoretical as well as practical skills required to perform storytelling across various media. 
• Be responsible media persons with strong ethics and values.

Programme Objectives

1. Equip with Multi-Platform Communication Skills: To train students to communicate by crafting compelling messages for print, digital, and broadcast media.
2. Instil Critical Thinking and Ethical Standards: To foster critical analysis of media practices and content, emphasising the importance of ethical standards in journalism, advertising, and visual storytelling.
3. Enhance Digital Proficiency: To ensure students are well versed with the latest digital technologies and analytical tools that are reshaping journalism, advertising, PR, and media production.
4. Promote Research and Strategic Insight: To develop skills in media-related research methodologies, enabling the creation of strategic communication campaigns.
5. Cultivate Creative and Narrative Skills: To nurture storytelling abilities across mediums, with a focus on innovative narrative techniques in journalism, advertising, and film.

Potential Career Options

Based on the type of training the School of Communication (SJU) imparts to the students, the trajectory of our alumni/ nae who are currently in the industry, and the way the industry is currently changing, the students will be able to become:

• Brand Manager

• Investigative Journalist

• Content Strategist

• Technical Writer

• Digital Editor

• Film Director

• Broadcast Journalist

• Public Relations Manager:

• Digital Marketing Specialist

• Advertising Creative Director

• Video Editor

• Cinematographer