Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and Journalism is a four-year degree programme with the possibility of completing the fourth year with research if a particular student secures 75% CGPA in the previous exams.
After completion of the programme, a student will be able to: | |
  Knowledge | PO01: Grasp the theories of  Mass Communication and Journalism. |
PO02: Acquaint him/herself with the history of the Mass Media, its evolution and impact on the society. | |
PO03: Relate his/her understanding of different types of communication process in various classroom and societal experience. | |
PO04: Gain awareness about the various contemporary issues in Mass Media. | |
   Skills | PO05: Demonstrate his/her communication skills through paper presentation on subject as well as various interdisciplinary themes. |
PO06: Construct a deeper understanding of the subject and create media content like dummy newspaper, print advertisement, poster, radio jiggles, Photo essay, etc. | |
PO07:Integrate and apply ICT in learning process | |
PO08:Acquaint him/herself with the diverse current problems and issues related to mass media like convergence of media, explosion of information, future of print journalism, impact of media on culture, evolution of media, efficient use of media for development, and understanding international relations. | |
  Competence | PO09: Explore new ideas and thoughts through the application of theoretical knowledge of media studies and analysis of theories and models of mass media. |
PO10: Initiate self-sufficiency, sincerity, independent thinking as education is a lifelong process for empowering the student to face all challenges in his/her future endeavours. | |
PO11: Develop concern for the society, nation as well as promote the feeling of internationalism by comparing our media system with that of other developed countries. |
Knowledge | PSO1: A student develops a clear idea about the subject Mass Communication and Journalism, like nature, scope, factors, and different agencies of Mass Media & Journalism. |
PSO2: A student gathers knowledge about Mass Communication and Journalism, theories and their implication in the field of Mass Media and development communication. | |
PSO3: A student develops knowledge about the history of the media and technical aspect of media. | |
PSO4: A student internalizes the basics of communication, relation between media and society, and importance of development communication in the field of media studies. | |
PSO5: A student develops knowledge about basic of Media and Cultural studies. S/he also develops knowledge about the importance of different schools of cultural studies in the field of media studies. | |
PSO6: A student will understand the skeletal framework of how a media industry works. | |
PSO7: A student develops the concept of media research and analytical skills through descriptive measures to understand the use and impact of media on society by gathering relevant data and represent findings through graphs, to develop skills in analysing and displaying data. | |
Skills | PSO1: A student will develop a clear idea about the subject Mass Communication and Journalism, like nature, scope, factors, and different agencies of Mass Media. |
PSO2: A student will execute the educational implications of the theories of Mass Media. | |
PSO3: A student will construct print, audio and audio visual productions. | |
PSO4:A student will develop an understanding of media technology involved in print, audio and visual productions. | |
PSO5: A student will advocate media ethics. | |
PSO6: A student will develop the skill of using computer in media productions and communication. | |
PSO7: A learner will exhibit an excellent communication skill, Skill for Democratic Citizenship and related theories, life skill, technical skill, peace and value education. | |
Competence | PSO1: A learner demonstrates competencies required to use computers in print and audio visual production for implementation of technical knowledge to industry ready. |
PSO2: A student will analyze the history of Media and Journalism. | |
PSO3: A student will establish the concepts of Media industry management and convergence of Media. | |
PSO4: A student will correlate various qualitative and quantitative data for Media research. | |
PSO5: A student will envision a society where people from all walks of life enjoy equal and equitable rights and opportunities. | |
PSO6: A student will compute statistical analysis in the field of Media research and cultural studies. | |
PSO7: A student will analyze the contemporary trends in Mass communication and Journalism. |
Instructions
* Scanned copies of the class 10, 11/12 marks card should be uploaded while filling up the application.
* If class 12 marks are not available at the time of applying, then marks of any test conducted during class 11 or Pre-board, can be uploaded.
* The office of admissions will verify the scorecards.
* Applications with no scorecards or vague scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.
Kindly make sure your Contact Number & Email is correct and regularly used.
Bachelor of Arts (Single Major / Double Major / Hons / Hons with Research) | |||||
From session 2025-26 to 2028-29 | 1st (Jul) | 2nd (Oct)Â | 3rd (Jan)Â | 4th (Apr)Â | Total |
1st Year | 66576.00 (at the time of admission) | Â 33,287.00 | Â 33,287.00 | Â 1,33,150 | |
2nd Year | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 27,914.00 | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 27,912.00 | Â 27,912.00 | Â 27,912.00 | Â 1,11,650 |
3rd Year Sinle Major | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 27,914.00 | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 27,912.00 | Â 27,912.00 | Â 27,912.00 | Â 1,11,650 |
3rd Year Double Major | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 30,414.00 | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 30,412.00 | Â 30,412.00 | Â 30,412.00 | Â 1,21,650 |
4th Year Hons / Hons with Research | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 28,014.00 | Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 28,012.00 | Â 28,012.00 | Â 28,012.00 | Â 1,12,050 |
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and Journalism is a four-year degree programme with the possibility of completing the fourth year with research if a particular student secures 75% CGPA in the previous exams.
After completion of the programme, a student will be able to: | |
  Knowledge | PO01: Grasp the theories of  Mass Communication and Journalism. |
PO02: Acquaint him/herself with the history of the Mass Media, its evolution and impact on the society. | |
PO03: Relate his/her understanding of different types of communication process in various classroom and societal experience. | |
PO04: Gain awareness about the various contemporary issues in Mass Media. | |
   Skills | PO05: Demonstrate his/her communication skills through paper presentation on subject as well as various interdisciplinary themes. |
PO06: Construct a deeper understanding of the subject and create media content like dummy newspaper, print advertisement, poster, radio jiggles, Photo essay, etc. | |
PO07:Integrate and apply ICT in learning process | |
PO08:Acquaint him/herself with the diverse current problems and issues related to mass media like convergence of media, explosion of information, future of print journalism, impact of media on culture, evolution of media, efficient use of media for development, and understanding international relations. | |
  Competence | PO09: Explore new ideas and thoughts through the application of theoretical knowledge of media studies and analysis of theories and models of mass media. |
PO10: Initiate self-sufficiency, sincerity, independent thinking as education is a lifelong process for empowering the student to face all challenges in his/her future endeavours. | |
PO11: Develop concern for the society, nation as well as promote the feeling of internationalism by comparing our media system with that of other developed countries. |
Knowledge | PSO1: A student develops a clear idea about the subject Mass Communication and Journalism, like nature, scope, factors, and different agencies of Mass Media & Journalism. |
PSO2: A student gathers knowledge about Mass Communication and Journalism, theories and their implication in the field of Mass Media and development communication. | |
PSO3: A student develops knowledge about the history of the media and technical aspect of media. | |
PSO4: A student internalizes the basics of communication, relation between media and society, and importance of development communication in the field of media studies. | |
PSO5: A student develops knowledge about basic of Media and Cultural studies. S/he also develops knowledge about the importance of different schools of cultural studies in the field of media studies. | |
PSO6: A student will understand the skeletal framework of how a media industry works. | |
PSO7: A student develops the concept of media research and analytical skills through descriptive measures to understand the use and impact of media on society by gathering relevant data and represent findings through graphs, to develop skills in analysing and displaying data. | |
Skills | PSO1: A student will develop a clear idea about the subject Mass Communication and Journalism, like nature, scope, factors, and different agencies of Mass Media. |
PSO2: A student will execute the educational implications of the theories of Mass Media. | |
PSO3: A student will construct print, audio and audio visual productions. | |
PSO4:A student will develop an understanding of media technology involved in print, audio and visual productions. | |
PSO5: A student will advocate media ethics. | |
PSO6: A student will develop the skill of using computer in media productions and communication. | |
PSO7: A learner will exhibit an excellent communication skill, Skill for Democratic Citizenship and related theories, life skill, technical skill, peace and value education. | |
Competence | PSO1: A learner demonstrates competencies required to use computers in print and audio visual production for implementation of technical knowledge to industry ready. |
PSO2: A student will analyze the history of Media and Journalism. | |
PSO3: A student will establish the concepts of Media industry management and convergence of Media. | |
PSO4: A student will correlate various qualitative and quantitative data for Media research. | |
PSO5: A student will envision a society where people from all walks of life enjoy equal and equitable rights and opportunities. | |
PSO6: A student will compute statistical analysis in the field of Media research and cultural studies. | |
PSO7: A student will analyze the contemporary trends in Mass communication and Journalism. |
Instructions
* Scanned copies of the class 10, 11/12 marks card should be uploaded while filling up the application.
* If class 12 marks are not available at the time of applying, then marks of any test conducted during class 11 or Pre-board, can be uploaded.
* The office of admissions will verify the scorecards.
* Applications with no scorecards or vague scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.
Kindly make sure your Contact Number & Email is correct and regularly used.
Year
|
1st Installment (Jul)
|
2nd Installment (Oct)
|
3rd Installment (Jan)
|
4th Installment (Apr)
|
Total Each Year
|
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st Year
|
66,576.00 (at the time of admission)
|
33,287
|
33,287
|
1,33,150
|
|
2nd Year
|
27,914
|
27,912
|
27,912
|
27,912
|
1,11,650
|
3rd Year Single Major
|
27,914
|
27,914
|
27,914
|
27,914
|
1,11,650
|
3rd Year Double Major
|
30,414
|
30,414
|
30,414
|
30,414
|
1,21,650
|
4th Year Hons / Hons with Research
|
28,014
|
28,014
|
28,014
|
28,014
|
1,12,050
|
It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for four years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.
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.
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.
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.
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Assistant Professor
Head, Department of Mass Communication & Journalism
Campus: SILIGURI
Qualifications:
B.A, M.A, UGC NET & National Fellowship, Diploma in Digital Marketing and Graphic Designing
Teaching Experience:
3+ years
Areas of Specialization:
Public Relations, Photography, Film Studies, Multimedia Journalism
Papers Presented/Published:
1
Academic Responsibilities:
Head of the Department
Media Association Coordination
Exam Committee Member (NEP CBCS)
Paper Setter, Moderator and Examiner (NEP SCSC)
Paper Setter and Examiner (NBU CBCS)
Email: bhabyakhati2014@salesiancollege.net
Dean, Arts and Humanities
Assistant Professor, MCJ
Campus: SILIGURI
Qualifications:
MA, UGC-NET, WB-SET
Teaching Experience:
7 years
Areas of Specialization:
Development Communication, Film Studies, Global Media and Politics
Papers Presented/Published:
7
Academic Responsibilities:
Dean, Arts &Humanities
Assistant Professor, MCJ
Email: ravihrishi74@salesiancollege.net
Assistant Professor
Programme Co-ordinator, BoS Secretary
Campus: SILIGURI
Qualifications:
MA
Teaching Experience:
4+ years
Areas of Specialization:
Development Communication, Film Studies, Global Media and Politics
Papers Presented/Published:
1
Academic Responsibilities:
BoS Secretary,
Program Coordinator, MCJ
Email: angbons@salesiancollege.net
Assistant Professor, MCJ
Campus: SILIGURI
Qualifications:
MA, WBSET/ 23-4757
Teaching Experience:
1 year
Areas of Specialization:
Sound production, Recording, Videography
Academic Responsibilities:
Assistant Professor, Mass Communication and Journalism
Media Association Coordination
Paper setter, Examiner (NEP)
Email: simonsubba007@salesiancollege.net
Assistant Professor
Head, Department of MCJ
Campus: SONADA
Qualifications:
MA, NET & SET Qualified
Teaching Experience:
4 years
Areas of Specialization:
Media and Communication
Traditional and New Media
Media Ethics and Laws
Film Studies
Academic Responsibilities:
Head of The Department, MCJ
Human Rights Cell
Radio Club Animator
Member of Salesian Film Society
Issue supervisor for The Salesian Post
Email: shikshitad@salesiancollege.net
Assistant Professor
Department of MCJ
Campus: SONADA
Qualifications:
MA, NET, M.Phil
Teaching Experience:
2 years
Areas of Specialization:
Print Media
New Media
Journalism
Communication Research
Academic Responsibilities:
Literary Club Animator
Member of Salesian Film Society
Editor for The Salesian Post
Email: mrinali.sharma@salesiancollege.net
Assistant Professor
Department of Mass Communication & Journalism
Campus: SONADA
Qualifications:
MA, NET
Teaching Experience:
1+ years
Areas of Specialization:
Advertisement & PR, Development Communication, Video Production
Academic Responsibilities:
Asst. Professor,
ERP Coordinator,
Photography Club Animator,
Coordinator for Salesian Post
Email: sarkar.ranit@salesiancollege.net
Programming Director | Creative Head
Salesian Media Centre & Salesian Television
Campus: SONADA
Qualifications:
PG FTII Pune, BA MASS COMM
Experience:
7+ years
Areas of Specialization:
Film Production
Cinematography
Photography
Editing
Press & Media
Academic Responsibilities:
Creative Head – Salesian Media Centre (SCS & SCSC)
Programming Director – Salesian Television Studio
Regional Jury – Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival
Member – Federation of Film Societies of India
Member – Photography Club
Animator – Press & Media
Email: bruno@salesiancollege.net