Bachelor of Arts (Journalism and Media)

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To cultivate an understanding of media’s role in Indian society and democracy with a critical lens on authority, representation, and media ownership.

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To develop core competencies in journalistic practice in reportage, writing, editing, fact-checking, and media ethics across platforms.

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To train students in researching, designing, and producing a range of media products - digital storytelling, multimedia content creation, and the use of emerging tools for data journalism, mobile journalism (MoJo), digital photography and AI in newsrooms.

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To build a strong foundation in communication theory and research methods, strategic communication and communication for development.

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To prepare students for diverse career pathways in newsrooms, digital news and content platforms, photography and filmmaking, advertising, and media research.

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Demonstrate professional journalistic skills in research, reporting, interviewing, and multimedia production for print, broadcast, and digital media.

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Analyze media content with an understanding of socio-political, cultural, and economic contexts in India and the world.

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Practice ethically responsible journalism that is fact-based, inclusive, and committed to public interest.

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Utilize digital tools and platforms for storytelling, audience engagement, and interactivity.

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Navigate the challenges of the contemporary Indian media industry, including disinformation, media consolidation, censorship, and technological impact.

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Global and Industry Readiness: To develop media professionals who are adaptable to global trends, industry expectations, and entrepreneurial opportunities in journalism, filmmaking, digital strategy, and branded content.

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Technological Adaptability: To enable students to effectively leverage emerging media technologies—including mobile journalism, podcasting, multimedia tools, and social media—to produce impactful, platform-specific content.

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Creative and Critical Thinking: To foster innovation, curiosity, and analytical thinking that allow graduates to engage with complex social realities and produce content that informs, inspires, and influences.