Bachelor of Journalism

Objective :

* Provides quality education with technical know-how related to the field of Journalism
* Stress is given on the development of creative skills and power of expression in order to attain the competitive edge.
* The course is a judicious blend of theory and practical skills.
* Continuous interaction between students and media organization, agencies and media personalities makes the students effective & efficient media professionals.
* Qualified and experienced subject experts make learning an interesting experience with the use of audio-visual aids.

The program is spread over six semesters. There will be four parts of the course:

1. Fundamental - Basic understanding of Indian Society, State, National and international affairs.
2. Theoretical and practical knowledge of subjects related to journalism.
3. Functional knowledge of computer vis-à-vis Journalism.
4. Language proficiency.



Course Content :


Semester 1

1. Development of Journalism
2. Introduction to Journalism
3. Hindi Language and its structure
4. English
5. Theories of political science
6. Basic Economics

Semester 2

7. Understanding News
8. Forms of writing other than News
9. Language of Hindi/English Journalism & Freedom Movement
10. Photo Journalism
11. Governance and Politics
12. Economic Development and Macro Economics Issues

Semester 3

13. News gathering and correspondent.
14. Interview
15. Electronic Media
16. Hindi/English Translations Theory and Application
17. International Politics
18. Indian Economy - Problems and Policies

Semester 4

19. Advance Reporting
20. Editing and Layout designing
21. Fundamental of Computers
22. Creative Application of Hindi/English in Electronic Media
23. Public Administration, Society and Media
24. International Trade and the World Economy

Semester 5

25. Web Journalism
26. Media, Laws and Ethic
27. Electronic Journalism
28. Advertisement and Public Relation
29. Communication Research and Theories
30. Newspaper Management

Semester 6

31. Development Journalism
32. Special Papers (Any one from the list given below)
(i) Parliamentary News Reporting
(ii) Crime and Court News gathering
(iii) Art and Culture Journalism
(iv) Sports Journalism
(vi) Business Journalism