Master Of Journalism Journalism And Mass Media

Course Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG

Fees

50000 / 300000

MJ (Master of Journalism) Course Details, Eligibility, Admission, Fees, Exams, Job Scope, Placements

MJ stands for Master of Journalism 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 Master of Journalism (MJ)

Degree Level	Masters
Full Form	Master of Journalism
Duration	Duration of Master of Journalism (MJ) course 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 50,000 - INR 3,00,000 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 Master of Journalism (MJ)

Most of the MJ (Master of Journalism) 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 Master of Journalism (MJ)

Indian Institute of Journalism, New Delhi

Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi

Mahatma Gandhi College of Journalism and Mass Communication, Aurangabad

Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune

Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad

Asian College of Journalism, Chennai

Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bangalore

Xavier Institute of Communication, Mumbai

AJ Kidwai Mass Communication Research Jamia, New Delhi

Manorama School of Communication, Kottayam

Film and Television Institute of India, Pune

Times School of Journalism, New Delhi

Chitkara University, Punjab

Sharda University, Greater Noida

Courses after Master of Journalism (MJ)

After completing MJ (Master of Journalism), 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 Master of Journalism (MJ)

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 Master of Journalism (MJ)

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 Master of Journalism (MJ)

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

Job Profiles after Master of Journalism (MJ)

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

After completing this undergraduate degree course, 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

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Eligibility

Bachelor's degree in relevant field from a recognised institute with a minimum of 50% (cut off may vary from university to university)

Most of the colleges grant admission based on Merit. Few colleges conduct entrance exams.

Course Details

Course Type : Journalism and Mass Media

Course After : UG

Mode : Classroom

Cut Off : 50