BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication) Syllabus, Subjects, Entrance Exam Syllabus, Books

The BJMC course comprises 6 semesters in 3 years. They deal with the subjects related to media and communication. This course is specially designed for those students who have a keen interest in the media and journalism sector.

BJMC can be pursued from top institutions like the University of Delhi, Jaipur University, Mewar University, and, etc. The average cost to study this program ranges from INR 25,000-INR 40,000 per month.

The basic eligibility criteria to pursue this course is a minimum 50% score in 10+2 from recognized board or equivalent. You might have to appear for college and national level entrance exams too for securing admission.

The course curriculum also comprises of Internships, Study Tours, Theory lectures, and other on-field and off-field subjects.

BJMC Course Syllabus

It covers subjects like Media, law and ethics, Cybermedia, Public relations, Media Research, and alike. Below you can find the detailed BJMC syllabus semester-wise for the respective 3 years:

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
Communicative Hindi Application of Computer in Media CyberMedia
Introduction to Communication and Media + Practical State politics and Constitution Folk Media
Indian Social System  Writing for Media Media Laws and Ethics
Introduction to Journalism Theory of Communication Media Management
Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 6
Design and Graphics Introduction to Public Relations Tribal Study
Development and Communication Tribal Communication Value Education 
National and International Affairs Communication Research Television Journalism
Fundamentals of Economics and Indian Economy Introduction to Advertising Radio Journalism
- Internship Report Study Tour

*BJMC syllabus comprises both practical and theoretical subjects.

BJMC Core Subjects

There are a few of the important course subjects around which the whole course study revolves.

BHM Core subjects

Few of those core subjects with their description and topics covered by them are discussed below:

Core Subjects Subject Description Topics Covered
Cyber Journalism Cyber Journalism or Digital Journalism is a modern form of Journalism where content is distributed or spread through the medium of the Internet. It provides knowledge on web media, it’s purpose, and laws related to it. Cyber Space Fundamentals of CyberMedia
Writing for Web Media Web Advertising
Concept of E-governance Cyber Laws
Interviewing on Web CyberMedia Vs Print
Public Relations Theory Public relations subjects bind the field of marketing, HR, advertising, and publicity. This course helps you to understand the client’s needs and the target audience.  PR Techniques Press Relations and Its Principles
Duties of PR Practitioner Evaluating Results of PR work
Writing Techniques Importance of Marketing Research
Radio Journalism Radio Journalism helps in gaining knowledge about radio activities, broadcasting techniques, maintenance, and other skills Introduction to AIR Radio Broadcast
Documentary Sound Recording Techniques
Media Laws and Ethics Helps you understand both basics and detailed laws of media and it’s handling procedures Press Laws Defamation
Parliamentary Privileges RTI
Copyrights, IP Rights Social Responsibility of the Press
Mass Communication Mass communication subjects aim to provide information about its techniques, tools and various mediums Tools of Mass Communication Cultivation Theory
Media and Democracy Advertising
DissonanceTheory Cognitive Theory
Introduction to Computers This subject taught computer applications and it’s concepts Fundamentals of Computers Windows
Basic Commands Office automation

BJMC Entrance Exam Syllabus

BJMC from IP university can be pursued only after appearing for the entrance examination. IPU CET (Indraprastha University common entrance test) is organized by the university to offer admissions in various courses including BJMC. There are 4 sections involved in the entrance exam. All of them discussed below:

Sections Topics Covered No. of Questions
English Reading Comprehension, Error correction, Spelling Errors, Fill in the blanks, antonym/synonym, idiom and phrases, one-word substitution, omission and alike 25
General Awareness History, Geography, Polity, General Science, Current Affairs, Five-year plans 25
The Reasoning or Mental Ability Analogies, Blood Relations, Alphabet Test, Venn Diagram, Non-verbal series, sitting arrangements, puzzle, letter, and symbol series 25
Media Aptitude Questions related to the social issue 25

The exam consists of 100 questions for which you will be given the time limit of 90 mins (1.5 Hours) to solve the paper.

BJMC Books

BJMC is a course that enables you to gain media and communication-related information. Though this course is both a practical and theoretical subject, through books you can learn the basic communication and media methods. Listed below are few of the popular books that a BJMC graduate should give a read once:

Book Name Author
Personal Growth Companion D.M. Silveira
Mass Communication in India Keval J Kumar
DU Journalism and Mass Communication Arihant Publications
Mass Communication: Principles and Concepts Seema Hasan
Essentials of Practical Journalism Vir Bala Aggarwal
Fundamentals of Computers V Rajaraman
Journalism and Politics M.Chelapati Rao
Role of press in the freedom movement M.Bhargwa
Professional Journalism Patanjali Sethi
Modern Journalism and News writing Savita Chadda 

With an average BJMC salary ranging from INR 5 to 6 LPA, aspirants can earn a good job in both the private and public sectors. Some of the top recruiters of the field are Star India, Zee News, Balaji Telefilms, Outlook Magazine, etc.

A number of BJMC job prospects are available after completing this course. Few of the reputed job profiles for BJMC graduates are Journalist, Social Media Manager, Media Consultant, and other positions.

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Ques. What is the procedure to get admission in LNCT Bhopal for journalism and mass communication?

● Top Answer By Smriti Gupta on 10 Aug 22

Ans. LNCT Bhopal doesn’t have any specific examination for Journalism and Mass Communication. Admission is merit-based. Students applying for this course needs to have completed 10+2 with a minimum aggregate of 45%, from a recognized board. Students from all disciplines can apply for this course. There are a total of 50 seats available.Read more
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Ques. How is Sharda University for BJMC and how are the placements in this field?

● Top Answer By Shubham Malik on 25 May 21

Ans. Sharda University is a private university where you will have to pay quite a huge amount of money in order to pursue a course. This definitely means that you will be provided with all the essentials that you might require. It includes good guest lectures every month.  You will also have visits to the HQ of many news channels like NDTV.  Moreover, you can expect to get good exposure in this college.  Your chances of bagging a job totally depend on how enthusiastic you are about your course.  You will have to involve yourself in many extra-curricular activities to get placed. Work hard on yourself if you plan to get a job. Categories BJMC at Sharda University Course Fee 4.87 lakh PLacement Percentage 70-75% Highest CTC 8-10 LPA Average CTC 5 LPA Recruiting Companies Aaj Tak, NDTV, Zee News, India TV, etc. As far as the department of Mass Communications is concerned, it satisfies the requirements.  They make the program creative.  There is a student-run newspaper ‘The Shardans’ and a radio station ‘Suno Sharda’. These will help you gain experience of working for newspapers, television and radio channels, etc.  You will also get individual research opportunities. You will be introduced to practical and conceptual courses. Studying in a private university near Delhi will always be more of an advantage as compared to a university, not in the vicinity of the capital.Read more
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Ques. How is IMS Noida for BJMC?

● Top Answer By Hiral Soni on 10 Mar 23

Ans. How is IMS Noida for BJMC? IIM Noida is indeed a very good institute that offers excellent Management education. Placements: The placement scenario is pretty good and almost 95% of the batch gets placed. Many internship offers are given to freshers as well as seniors. Infrastructure: The Infrastructure comprises a good library, gym, and cafeteria with decent food. The campus is well equipped with amenities like Wi-Fi. Faculty: The faculty is learned and experienced in their respective fields. Their pedagogy is industry relevant and does not just include monotonous lectures  Miscellaneous: Events like cultural fests, competitions, dance classes and debates add to the overall experience of the students.Read more
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Ques. Is BJMC a good career option? Which are the best colleges for a BJMC in GGSIPU, VIPS, Maharaja Agrasenor, or any other top college?

● Top Answer By Smriti Gupta on 11 Apr 23

Ans. BJMC is a graduate-level course in media or journalism that has a duration of 3 years with 6 semesters. To be eligible for admission, you must have passed 12th grade from any stream.  Admission to some colleges is based on an entrance exam, while others offer admission based on merit of 12th or graduation. After completing the course, job opportunities open up in various sectors such as TV news channels, newspapers, magazines, the film industry, corporate and marketing, public relations, and web portals. Job options after BJMC include news reporter, cameraman, anchor, film director, scriptwriter, public relations officer, marketing manager, content writer, photographer, and videographer, among others.  KCC Institute of Legal and Higher Education (KCCILHE) in Greater Noida is an 'A' grade college affiliated with IP University that offers a practical learning experience, leaving no loopholes in education, extracurricular, and overall personality development. KCC frequently organizes seminars, events, workshops, conferences, guest lectures, internships, and competitions to provide students with ample opportunities for growth and learning. KCCILHE is currently organizing an essay writing competition on 'Child Labour & Ways to Prevent it' and has previously organized a webinar on 'Analyzing Media Imperialism on the World Stage'. Read more
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Ques. Is journalism a good option from the Amity University, Noida?

● Top Answer By Taiti Ghosh on 23 Feb 21

Ans. Hearing from students studying in Amity University, Noida, I have come across many dissatisfied students who claimed to receive a poor quality of media education. There are certain reasons that make Amity University not a good option for journalism. These may include a poor faculty to bad placements.  The faculty of Journalism at Amity University is not up to the mark. The teachers are not very much experienced, though there may be some exceptions. But overall the faculty is weaker than other colleges like MICA (Ahmedabad), Christ Church (Bangalore) and Symbiosis (Pune). Categories Journalism at Amity University, Noida Course Fee 8.07 lakh Course Duration 3 years Placement Percentage 60-70% Highest CTC 11 LPA Average CTC 3-4 LPA Recruiting Companies News 18, Amazon, etc. Their course curriculum is outdated and is mostly theory based. Whereas Journalism is considered to be a more practical subject, students at Amity focus more on Theory-based education than practicals. Even if the student pursues advertising or television production, they are made to focus on theories rather than practicals. If you really want to study journalism at a professional level, you should consider colleges like MICA (Ahmedabad), Christ Church (Bangalore) and Symbiosis (Pune), which are proven to be better institutes than Amity University, Noida.Read more
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Ques. How good is Amity University Kolkata for the BJMC course? How are the placements?

● Top Answer By Meghna Bhaduri on 18 Jan 21

Ans. Amity University Kolkata offers a program in Journalism and Mass Communication, BJMC, across 3 years. The popularity of this program has been growing more and more, over the years. It is a great program with core and foundation level subjects. Although comparatively, Amity Noida offers a better environment and campus for the program. The table below will give you a brief overview of the BJMC Journalism and Mass Communication program at Amity University Kolkata.  Duration 3 years Course Eligibility A minimum score of 50% in class 12 with Written test and Personal Interview Placement Rate 60% Top Recruiters American Express, IBM, and HP Highest CTC 3 LPA Intake 120 Total fees INR 4.45 Lakh Attendance:  Students are required to have a minimum of 75% attendance in order to be eligible to appear for final examinations.  The class timings are slightly odd and therefore you will have to figure out a balance between them. Due to the odd timings, many students start losing interest in learning and start attending classes just for the sake of attendance. Infrastructure:  It has an inbuilt soundproof studio for recording TV & Radio.  It also offers all the pieces of equipment needed for the course work. Make sure you make use of the provided resource. Placements: The institute promises 100% placements. However, the salary packages start from as low as INR 15,000. One of my classmates was placed in Delhi with a salary package of INR 25,000 but on a contract basis.  Most students are offered the role of associates or junior managers after completing their graduation.  You should make good use of the institute’s resources and infrastructure. Doing so will surely help you in getting good experiences and build your portfolio. Hence, Amity University Kolkata offers a good degree program in BJMC with decent placement statistics.Read more
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Ques. Which one will be better for Mass Communication: Amity University (Noida) or Manipal University (Jaipur)?

● Top Answer By Mukul Sachdeva on 13 Apr 21

Ans. Amity University, Noida, and Manipal University, Jaipur are not good options for Mass Communication. I know a few people from both the institutes and I have not heard good reviews about the mass communication program at the institutes.  For 2 years, Amity University, Noida will charge almost 6 lakhs for the course. However, the quality of education and the placement opportunities is not worth the course fee that they charge. Most of the students end up getting sales jobs with a salary package of around INR 30,000 per month. The same can be seen at Manipal University Jaipur.  The problem with the Mass Communication program offered by these institutes is that the course structure is quite outdated. It does not meet the needs of the current industry. So, if you want a successful career in Mass Communication it will be better if you don’t choose any of these two options.Read more
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Ques. Which is better: BA Hons. Journalism from Lady Shri Ram or Delhi College of Arts and Commerce?

● Top Answer By Aritra Chowdhury on 26 Nov 21

Ans. B.A Hons. in Journalism from Lady Shri Ram College is definitely a better option than DCAC. It is way better in terms of campus, ranking, reputation, student crowd, etc. The cutoff required for the institute is also higher. So, you will be among competitive peers. If you don’t get LSR, try to get into other south-campus colleges. DCAC is not included in any of the DU campuses, which is a huge disadvantage. Read more
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Ques. How expensive is it to get a management quota seat in Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management Studies in Delhi for a BJMC with a CET rank of 2,226?

● Top Answer By Ankit Chaturvedi on 26 Aug 22

Ans. The estimated fees for management quota seats in Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management Studies in Delhi for a BJMC are around INR 10-12 Lakhs. Note that this is just an estimate, not the specific amount that is required. The required fees vary each year depending on the competition and other factors. Read more
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Ques. How is Sharda University for BJMC?

● Top Answer By Priti Verma on 15 Apr 23

Ans.  BJMC is a course that aims to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills required to become successful journalists or media professionals. Sharda University is one of the leading institutions in India that offer this course. BJMC program at Sharda University is designed to help you enhance your communication skills and improve your ability to interact with the crowd. Here are some of the reasons why BJMC at Sharda University can be a good choice for you: Experienced Faculty: The faculty members of BJMC at Sharda University are highly experienced and qualified. They are experts in their respective fields and have several years of experience in the industry. They are always ready to help and guide students in every possible way. State-of-the-art Infrastructure: Sharda University has state-of-the-art infrastructure facilities that are designed to provide an ultimate learning experience to students. The labs for the BJMC department are equipped with high-end devices and tools that help students learn the practical aspects of journalism and mass communication. Practical Sessions: Sharda University places a strong emphasis on practical learning. Practical sessions are conducted more often, which allows students to apply the theoretical knowledge they have gained in the classroom to real-world situations. Hands-on Experience: Students of BJMC at Sharda University get hands-on experience in various fields like print media, broadcast media, advertising, and public relations. They get to work on real-world projects that help them gain valuable experience and exposure. Career Opportunities: Sharda University has a good track record of placements, and the BJMC program is no exception. Graduates of this program have been successfully placed in top media organizations, including leading news channels, newspapers, and advertising agencies. BJMC at Sharda University can be a good choice for students who want to pursue a career in journalism and mass communication. The experienced faculty, state-of-the-art infrastructure, practical learning, hands-on experience, and good career opportunities make it a top choice for students.Read more
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