The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication emphasizes a balanced integration of theoretical foundations and hands-on practical training. Through diverse academic, creative, and industry-oriented activities, the department ensures that students develop professional skills, critical thinking abilities, and real-world media exposure.
1. Media Production Activities
Students actively engage in:
Radio news production &
Documentary film production
These activities enable learners to understand audio-visual storytelling, scripting, recording, editing, and post-production processes.
2. Field Work and Interviews
As part of experiential learning, students undertake extensive field work and conduct interviews with eminent personalities from sports, cinema, media, and digital platforms. Notable interactions include interviews with Sourav Ganguly, Anirban, and social media influencers such as Jhilam Gupta, along with several other public figures. These interactions help students develop reporting skills, ethical interviewing practices, and audience-centric storytelling.
3. Seminars, Debates, and Skill Development
Students actively participate in:
Seminars
Debates and presentations
These activities aim to enhance communication skills, critical analysis, and media literacy.
4. Workshops and Professional Training
Regular workshops and hands-on training sessions are conducted by experienced media professionals from print and electronic media. These include training sessions by television anchor Peu Roy, The Times of India journalist Uday Deb, and other reputed professionals from the media industry.
5. Student-Centric Academic Initiatives
The department organizes:
Student seminars
Micro-teaching programmes
Extension lectures
Quiz competitions
These initiatives promote peer learning, leadership, and collaborative academic engagement.
6. Student Publications and Media Platforms
Students contribute to:
Campus diary- A News Magazine
Departmental magazine - Anweshan
News-based content creation
These platforms provide opportunities for practical writing, editing, and publication experience.
7. Industry Exposure
To bridge academia and industry, the department organizes industry visits to leading media organizations and reputed newspapers such as The Times of India, offering students firsthand exposure to professional newsroom environments.