Overview: Department of Mass Communication and Journalism
The Department of Mass Communication and Journalism is an effervescent, energetic and growing place to build up the students with skill, aesthetic sensitivity and knowledge of outer world and to give a thorough understanding of the media, culture and society.
The Department started its journey with 4-year Honors Programme under the faculty of Social Sciences since March 4, 2009. The Department is on its move and growing with increasing enrollment of students every academic year. There are about 300 students in different batches. In June 2013, the Department has launched the Master’s programme.
The Department is privileged to have a fine team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members to carry out the academic objectives. The Department also immensely benefits from the academic service of eminent journalists and technical assistants.
With a critical thinking, the curriculum is designed to introduce the students to the wide range of Communication and Journalism. Special attentions have been given to theory and philosophy of communication; relationships between media, society, politics and culture; media research; communication and information technology; media laws and ethics; media advocacy and so on. There are also some other areas relating to development communication and journalism; environment journalism; business journalism; online journalism etc.
Some professional and creative courses like TV & film production and appreciation; advertising; script writing, desktop publishing are also included in the syllabus. In addition to class room teaching, the Department offers three months long internship program, organizes study tours, seminars, visit to media houses etc. Distinguished speakers are also invited to address on a particular issue.
Vision of the Department
To create a generation of media experts and skilled professionals who will be distinct in their vision to bring a new wave in media industry and academia.
Mission of the Department
To stimulate intellectual curiosity, imagination, rational thinking, thoughtful expression, and independent learning. It aims the students to be equipped with theoretical pedagogy and practical experiences on diversified arenas of media and communication scholarship.