Journalism & Mass Communication department began it's journey in 2007 with the launch of a general degree course. To meet the rising demand for specialized media education, we evolved into an Honours program in 2017, committed to fostering excellence in media studies.
Overview: The Journalism department has sustained a tradition of excellence, evidence by its superior academic results since its establishment. This department is affiliated with the University of Calcutta, ensuring a well-structured, recognized, and industry-relevant curriculum.
Vision & Mission: This department is increasingly focusing on bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and the fast-paced, digital- first media industry through several key strategies
Significance: The journalism department serves as more than just an academic unit, it is a live laboratory for civic engagement. In the broader world, this department are essential for maintaining the "Fourth Estate" and fostering social cohesion.
- Academic Focus and Pedagogy:
Course Highlight: This department offer B.A in Journalism and Mass Communication.
- Journalism & Reporting: Training in news writing, interviewing, investigative reporting, and editing for print, broadcast, and digital platforms.
- Mass Communication: This is the connective tissue of modern society. It goes beyond just sharing news, it shapes how we see ourselves and the world.
- Digital Media & Content Creation: Skills in social media, multimedia production, and online content management.
- Media Law & Ethics: Deep understanding of press freedom, media ethics, press laws, and responsible reporting.
- Strategic Communication: Principles of Public Relations (PR) and advertising, including brand communication and crisis management.
Pedagogy: We focus on active learning through lively classroom debates and modern teaching styles. Our students grow through regular, inter-departmental workshops designed to sharpen their professional skills.
Research Areas: This subject focuses on media studies, cultural studies, digital media trends, and development communication.
Student Publication: Student can write in their departmental yearly lab journal named ‘Anneswan’. Students of this department also publish a magazine named ‘Campus Ghire’.
Ø Introduction and Vision:
Overview: The Journalism department has sustained a tradition of excellence, evidence by its superior academic results since its establishment. This department is affiliated with the University of Calcutta, ensuring a well-structured, recognized, and industry-relevant curriculum.
Vision & Mission: This department is increasingly focusing on bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and the fast-paced, digital- first media industry through several key strategies
Significance: The journalism department serves as more than just an academic unit, it is a live laboratory for civic engagement. In the broader world, this department are essential for maintaining the "Fourth Estate" and fostering social cohesion.
Ø Academic focus and pedagogy:
Course Highlight: This department offer B.A in Journalism and Mass Communication.
- Journalism & Reporting: Training in news writing, interviewing, investigative reporting, and editing for print, broadcast, and digital platforms.
- Mass Communication: This is the connective tissue of modern society. It goes beyond just sharing news, it shapes how we see ourselves and the world.
- Digital Media & Content Creation: Skills in social media, multimedia production, and online content management.
- Media Law & Ethics: Deep understanding of press freedom, media ethics, press laws, and responsible reporting.
- Strategic Communication: Principles of Public Relations (PR) and advertising, including brand communication and crisis management.
Pedagogy: We focus on active learning through lively classroom debates and modern teaching styles. Our students grow through regular, inter-departmental workshops designed to sharpen their professional skills.
Ø Research & Publication:
Research Areas: This subject focuses on media studies, cultural studies, digital media trends, and development communication.
Student Publication: Student can write in their departmental yearly lab journal named ‘Anneswan’. Students of this department also publish a magazine named ‘Campus Ghire’.