MA In Communication (Master Of Arts In Communication) Journalism And Mass Media

Course Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG

Fees

20000 / 50000

MA (Communication) Course Details, Eligibility, Admission, Fees, Exams, Job Scope, Placements

MA (Communication) stands for Master of Arts in Communication and relates to journalism, media and communication field. This course is a two-year degree postgraduate course that deals with all forms of media, journalism, mass media communication, media research, reporting, writing and digital content creation for web media etc. After doing this course, students can get job profiles like Reporter, Content Writer, Editor, Graphic Designer, Copywriter, Film Creator and Editor, Video Editor etc.

Check the admission process of the respective college on the official website. Eligibility criteria and Admission process may vary from college to college.

Key Facts about MA (Communication)

Degree Level	Masters
Full Form	Master of Arts in Communication
Duration	Duration of Master of Journalism and Mass Communication course (MA in Communication) is 2 years
Subjects	English, Journalism, Mass Communication
Minimum Percentage	Qualification includes bachelor's degree from a recognised institute with minimum 50% aggregate marks in relevant stream
Fees range	INR 10,000 - INR 70000 per annum
Eligibility	Bachelor's degree in relevant field from a recognised institute with a minimum of 50% (cut off may vary from university to university)
Admission Criteria	Three step process - Apply when the application forms are out. Check for the admission list with cut-off. If selected, appear for the interview (if conducted), submit fees and join the college

Entrance Exams for MA in Communication

Most of the MA in Communication colleges grant admission based on merit. Some may conduct entrance exam to shortlist and scrutinize students. Below is a list of some of them.

CUET

IIMC

DUET

IPU CET

Top Institutes for MA in Communication

Indian Institute of Mass Communication

Asian College of Journalism

Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication

Mudra Institute of Communications

Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media

Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University

Jaipur National University

Kumaun University

University of Kerala

Savitribai Phule University, Pune

Bharathiar University, Coimbatore

Alagappa University, Kalaikudi

Utkal University, Bhubaneswar

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, New Delhi

Courses after MA in Communication

After completing MA in Communication, students can pursue higher education by enrolling in post graduation and later doctorate programs. This increases their chances of getting rewarding career and rewarding jobs in the market. Some of the popular options are

PGDM	Ph.D
MBA	M.Phil

Career Options after MA in Communication

Columnist	Fashion Photographer	News Analyst
Feature Writer	Special Correspondent	Radio Jockey (RJ)
Public Relations Officer	Content Writer	Digital Content Creator
Video Jockey	Voice Recorder	Reporter
News Editor	Film maker	Media Consultant

Career Skill set after MA (Communication)

Working in Off Work Hours	Logical Reasoning Skills, Communication Skills, Reporting Skills, Understanding the masses
Ability to work under pressure, Logical Reasoning Skills, Communication Skills, Reporting Skills, Understanding the masses	Communication Skills, Reporting Skills, Understanding the masses
Reporting Skills, Understanding the masses	Understanding the masses

Placement Opportunities after MA (Communication)

Media Houses
News Agencies
Journals
Broadcasting Corporations
Online Media Houses
Advertising Agencies
Public Relations
Legal Affairs Department
Publishing Houses

Job Profiles after MA (Communication)

Content Writer
Assistant Marketing Manager
Editor
Graphic Designer
Film / Video Editor
Copywriter
Business Development Executive
Senior Copywriter
Content Marketing Manager and many more

Recruiters of Media Field

Advertising Agencies	Books and Novels Publishers
All India Radio	Photography Companies
Broadcasting Corporations	Central Information Service
Journals, Periodicals, and Magazines Publishers	Legal Affairs Departments
News Agencies	Circulation and Public Relations
Newspapers	Press Information Bureau
Radio Telecasting Companies	TV Channels and Websites

TV Channels, Websites and YouTube Channel Recuiters

The Times Group	The Hindu
Hindustan Times	Doordarshan
Zee Media Network	CNN
Viacom 18 Network	The STAR Group
The PIONEER	The Outlook
Republic Network	India Today

Admission Process

Apply in respective college before the expiry of application deadline is over when the application forms are out. Application forms may be available online / offline / both online and offline

Check for the admission list with cut-off percentage. Most of the colleges grant admission based on merit.

If selected, appear for the interview (if conducted), submit fees and join the college.

If the admission criteria of the college involves entrance exam, apply for the exam when the forms are out, before dedline. Appear for the exam. If qualified, appear for interview or counselling.

Higher Education Scope