Bachelor of Arts in Journalism is an undergraduate degree. The course duration is 3 years. The course study covers the methods through which one can communicate their ideas among people. The purpose is accomplished with the help of print and electronic media. The various techniques and methods used in print or electronic media are also covered under the course. The candidate can also gain knowledge on diverse aspects of advertising and public relations through the course study. The course study helps the candidate to gain knowledge on editing and reporting also.

Advantages or Benefits of Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

The academic program helps the candidate to gain skills on effective communication among masses. The course acts as the base for higher studies in the area of journalism, mass communication, public relation, advertising, etc. Upon completion of the course, the candidate can either go with higher studies or can seek a reputed job in media sector.

Eligibility required for Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

The candidate who have completed their XII class studies are eligible to apply for the course. The qualification can be obtained in any discipline. It must be obtained from a reputed educational institution with minimum 50% marks. Admission to the course is offered on the basis of the marks scored in intermediate class studies.

Admission Procedure of Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

The candidate can collect the course details from the official website of the College or University. Details regarding application form collection and its submission will be notified in the website. The candidate should collect the application form by paying a specific amount of fees. Once the form is obtained it must be filled properly and forwarded before the closing date.

Colleges offering Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

• A.J. Management Institute
• Aakson Institute for Management
• Abhyudaya Degree College
• Ashutosh College
• Annamalai University
• Bangalore University
• BET College of Management and Science
• Bishop Cotton Womens Christian College
• Christ College
• Christ University
• Dhanwate National College
• Delhi College of Arts and Commerce
• Ganga Kaveri Institute of Science and Management
• Golden City College of Science and Management Studies
• Goodwill Christian College for Women
• Government Brennen College
• Indian Academy Degree College
• Indo Asian Academy Degree College
• Indore Professional studies Academy
• InK Media School of Journalism
• J.S.S College for Women
• Khudiram Bose Central College
• M.P Moothedath Memorial Sree Narayana Trust College
• MES Degree College of Arts Commerce and Science
• Madhava Pai Memorial College
• Madras Christian College
• Maharani Lakshmi Ammami College for Women
• Mount Seena College of Arts and Science
• NSS College for Women
• Nirmala College
• Patel Memorial National College
• People Institute of Media Studies
• Presidency College
• Ramakrishna Sarada Mission Vivekananda Vidhyabhavan
• SB College of Management studies
• SBRR Maharaja first Grade College
• Sadhguru Sainath Degree College
• Sahyadri Arts and Commerce College
• Seshadripuram College
• Spil College of Journalism
• Sree Sankara Vidyapeedom College
• Sree Veerendra Patil Degree College
• Sri Vyasa NSS College
• St. Aloysius Day College
• St Philomena’s College
• St Xavier’s College
• Surana College
• Swami Ramanand Teerth Mahavidyalaya
• T.John College
• The Oxford College of Arts
• Thiru-Vi-Ka Government Arts College
• Vivekananda College of Arts Science and Commerce

Higher Studies after Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

• Master of Arts (Broadcast Journalism)
• Master of Arts (Convergent Journalism)
• Master of Arts (Hindi and Journalism)
• Master of Arts (Journalism)
• M.A. (Mass Communication & Journalism)
• Master of Arts (Mass Communication)
• Master of Arts (Media and Communication)
• Master of Arts (Photo Journalism)
• Master of Arts (Public Relation)
• M.Phil. (Journalism and Mass Communication)
• Ph.D. (Journalism and Mass Communication)

Course Curriculum of Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

Semester I

• Language I (Kannada/Hindi/Tamil/Malayalam/
• Telugu/Sanskrit/Urdu/Additional English)
• Language II - English
• Basic Psychological Processes: Practical-1
• Introduction to Mass Communication
• Language - Poetry, Drama, Prose, Aspects of Language

Semester II

• Language I
• Language II - English
• Basic Psychological Processes: Practical-2
• Fundamentals of Journalism
• Language - Poetry, Novel, Prose & Aspects of Language

Semester III

• Language I
• Language Il-English
• Child Psychology
• Developmental Psychology: Practical-3
• Media Laws & Indian Constitution

Semester IV

• Language I
• Language Il-English
• Child Psychology
• Developmental Psychology: Practical-4
• Basic Audio-Visual Media

Semester V

• Abnormal Psychology
• Counseling Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Industrial and Organization Psychology
• Practical I & II
• Reporting Methods
• Editing Techniques

Semester VI

• Abnormal Psychology
• Counseling Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Industrial and Organization Psychology
• Practical I & II
• Media Management
• Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations

Text Books on Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

• A Practical English Grammar (Oxford India)
• ABC of Common Grammatical errors by Nigel D Turlon
• An Introduction to modern political theory, by Narman P. Barry
• Background to the Study of English Literature by Brijadish Prasad
• Constitution of History of India
• Fundamentals of political Ethics: Principles and practices, by Shiva Prakashan
• Identities and Right: Aspects of liberal Democracy in India, by Gurupreet Mahajan
• Indian Economy, by Dr. Dutt
• Intermediate English Grammar by Raymond Wiiliams
• Mass Communication in India by Keval, J. Kumar
• Mass Communication theory, by Denis Mcquail
• News writing by George A Hough
• News writing and Reporting, by James M. Neal
• Principal of Economics, by M.L. Seth
• The Open Society and its enemies by Karl Popper
• The Open Society and the enemies: The Spell of plato, by Karl Popper.
• Understanding Mass Communication, by Melvin L. Deffuer
• Understanding of Media: The Extension of Man, by Marshall McLuhan.
• Usage and Abusage: A guide to Good English, by Eric Partridge, Hamish Hamilton London.
• Vocabulary by Michael Macearthy and Felicity O’ Dell

Job and Career after Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

B.A graduates in journalism can find career opportunities in print and in electronic media journalism. At the initial stage candidate can get in to the role of editor in newspapers, journals, etc. They can also have entry-level jobs in television (anchoring), radio and internet. By gaining much job experience the candidate can get in to higher grade jobs in communication sector. Apart from this there exist various career options such as those mentioned below.

Some Job Types

• Editors
• Reporters
• Columnists
• Correspondents
• Staff or Freelance Writer
• Photojournalists
• Proofreaders
• News Analysts
• Critics
• Cartoonists
• Illustrators
• Some Employment Areas
• Advertising Agencies
• Blogs
• Books and Novels
• Broadcasting Corporations
• Central Information Service
• Circulation and Public Relations
• Journals
• Legal Affairs Department
• Magazines
• News Agencies
• Newspapers
• Periodicals
• Photography Companies
• Press Information Bureau
• Radio Telecasting Companies
• TV Channels
• Websites

Remuneration after Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

The salary packages offered for B.A journalism graduates at the entry-level will be less. At the initial stage, the candidate can expect salary packages with in the range of Rs. 5000/- to Rs. 10,000/- per month. By gaining one year job experience the candidate can expect compensation with in the range of Rs. 10,000 – 25,000 per month. The candidate can expect higher salary if they have more qualification and work experience in the area. An established journalist or media professional one can earn good salary package.