Department of Mass Communication

Programs

Degree Programs                                      

·         BS Mass Communication

·         BS Mass Communication (Self Supporting)

·         MS Mass Communication

·         Ph. D Mass Communication

Diploma

·         Diploma in Development Support Communication  (Self Supporting)

BS Program (Morning and Self-Supporting)

Duration:                              4 years

Total Credit Hours:                        136 

Eligibility Criteria for BS (Morning and Self-Supporting Program)

Mass Communication offers professional degrees in the field of communication. Candidates securing at least 60% marks in intermediate are eligible to apply.

MS Program (Research Track)

Eligibility Criteria for MS                                                  

·         BS / MA in Mass Communication 

·         Written Entry Test and Interview. 

·         All other requirements as per University policy. 

Duration:                              2 years

Total Credit Hours:                        36

Learning Objectives

  • To give insight of the latest as well as emerging approaches in the field of Mass Communication besides imparting knowledge of the latest techniques of research to   students.
  • To enable them to critically evaluate the control, contents and impact of media by applying their learning of media theories and communication research.
  • To enhance their skills of making optimum use of available information. 

Outcomes

The degree holders will be ready to enter in the field of teaching along with research and media organizations as skilled media professionals with a clear theoretical and practical understanding of research and will be technically trained to work in media industry. They will be having enhanced critical and analytical abilities and will be able to apply their capabilities in the field of mass communication. 

MS Program (Professional Track) 

Eligibility Criteria for MS                                                  

·         BS / MA in Mass Communication

·         Written Entry Test and Interview.

·         All other requirements as per University policy.

Duration:                              2 years

Total Credit Hours:                        36

Learning Objectives

  • To give insight of the latest as well as emerging approaches in the field of Mass Communication besides imparting knowledge of the latest techniques of Production to   students.
  • To enable the future media professionals to critically evaluate the control, contents and impact of media by applying their learning of media theories and communication research.
  • To enhance their skills of making optimum use of available information. 

Outcomes

The degree holders will be ready to enter in the field of teaching along with research and media organizations as skilled media professionals with a clear theoretical and practical understanding of research and will be technically trained to work in media industry. They will be having enhanced critical and analytical abilities and will be able to apply their capabilities in the field of mass communication. 

Ph. D Mass Communication

Duration: 3 to 5 years

Total Credit Hours: 18

Learning Objectives

Ph. D in Mass Communication will focus on extending knowledge and encompassing new &

Modern theories and research methods for upcoming teachers and researchers.

Outcomes

In line with the program objectives, students do well  in their coursework, demonstrating mastery of knowledge objective engage in research activities (including conference presentations, publications and grant writing), and demonstrate overall competence by obtaining high quality post-doctoral positions.

Eligibility Criteria:

·         Female candidates with minimum 18 years of education (MS/M. Phil) or equivalent in the relevant discipline. 

·         All other requirements as per University Admission Policy (Please see University eligibility criteria for Ph. D admission). 

·         Qualifying entry test and interview* organized by University are mandatory for admission. 

·         Candidates working in both government and non-governmental institutions are required to provide NOC from their concerned organization. 

*Qualifying marks 70% as per HEC. 

Job Opportunities:

  • Our graduates have diversified opportunities and they can utilize their learning in the following areas;
  • PrintMedia(Asjournalists,writers,sub-editors,onlinejournalists,bloggers,photo-journalistinNewspapersorganizations,magazinesandnewsagencies)
  • Broadcast Media (As script writers, director, producers, editors, camera persons, researchers, anchorperson, broadcasters, documentary and film making organizations/Institutions etc.
  • Advertising and Public Relations (as copywriterscommunication officer, visualizes, researchers, PROmedia plannersevent managers). 
  • Communication and publication divisions of Development Agencies, UNO, and Government Departments.
  • NGOs and Banks (as communication experts & social mobilizes). 

Diploma in Development Support Communication

Duration: 01 Year

Learning Objectives

·         To produce vision-oriented development communication professionals and educators with solid foundations in the field of development journalism, communication and support communication. 

·         To establish a permanent source of producing skillful professionals to meet the departmental challenges of today and tomorrow. 

Outcomes

The diploma holders will be able to join NGOs and institution/organizations with field of specialization like, Development Journalism, Development communication, etc. They can be hired by national and international levels public and private sector organizations e.g. human resource departments, women development and health departments, etc. Further they will be able to work as free lance researcher/communication strategy designers. Developmental/research reports written particularly for UNICEF, WHO, UNESCO, etc.    

Eligibility: 

·         Bachelors Degree 2 year/4 years in Social Sciences