The Department of Mass Communication & Journalism, Salesian College, Siliguri Campus was established in the year 2014. Since its inception, the department has set high academic standards in its curriculum and has continuously contributed to the emerging demands of the media industry by nurturing the aspiring students with the contemporary media skills. The department provides latest infrastructural facilities and equipments along with strong academic support for the holistic development of the students.
The B.A. in Mass Communication & Journalism programme strives to offer an in-depth understanding of Media industry’s activities and equip students with the necessary knowledge and expertise required to become an expert media professional, ready to take on the challenges of the industry. It also attempts to strengthen the fundamental concepts of media which encompasses the ethics and social responsibility of the media personnel in upholding the fabric of the contemporary society, followed by industry required skill building through a balanced mix of theory and practical classes, thereby harnessing the skills in key domain areas of media including print media, broadcast media, public relations, advertising, films and digital media.
Vision
The B.A. in Mass Communication & Journalism programme strives to offer an in-depth understanding of Media industry’s activities and equip students with the necessary knowledge and expertise required to become an expert media professional, ready to take on the challenges of the industry. It also attempts to strengthen the fundamental concepts of media which encompasses the ethics and social responsibility of the media personnel in upholding the fabric of the contemporary society, followed by industry required skill building through a balanced mix of theory and practical classes, thereby harnessing the skills in key domain areas of media including print media, broadcast media, public relations, advertising, films and digital media.
Mission
1. To facilitate towards knowledge generation and dissemination.
2. To fulfil human resource needs in the media industry and academics.
3. To inculcate understanding of contemporary media and its impact on society.
4. To encourage the spirit of inclusive and value based learning.
5. To imbibe the culture of ethical journalism and creativity amongst students.
