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Master of Arts [MA] (Journalism & Mass Communication) From LPU, Aurangabad

Aurangabad, MaharashtraPrivate UniversityEstd 2005NAAC Grade A++ 5.0
#38 For Mass Communications By IIRF 2023  
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Master of Arts [MA] (Journalism & Mass Communication) 
first year fees:  ₹80,000
2 YearsFull Time
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Total Year Wise fees80,00080,00080,00080,000
Tuition fees₹80000₹80000₹80000₹80000

LPU Master of Arts [MA] (Journalism & Mass Communication) Ranking

LPU Mass Communications ranking by IIRF is 38 out of 100 in India in 2023

IIRF Ranking

#38 out of 100 in India 2023 
#6th in Punjab

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Course Details

Lovely Professional University (LPU) provides a two-year MA in Journalism & Mass Communication course. Aspirants seeking admission to the course must have passed with 50% aggregate marks in a Bachelor's Degree (any discipline) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST. LPU offers scholarships based on scores obtained in LPUNEST (National Entrance and Scholarship Test). Approximately 50% of students can crack this scholarship test.


LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication Key Highlights 

The table given below shows the important highlights of the LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication course:

Particulars LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication Highlights 
Duration 2 Years
Type Full-time
Eligibility  Graduation with 50% marks
Selection Criteria Merit-Based
Entrance Exam LPUNEST 
Course Fees INR 3.20 Lakhs 

LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication Eligibility Criteria 

  • Aspirants must have passed their graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 50% of marks from a recognized university or any other equivalent.
  • Aspirants belonging to reserved categories (Such as North East, Defence Personnel and Wards of Kashmiri Migrants) must have passed their graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 45% of marks from a recognized university or any other equivalent.
  • Aspirants must have cleared the entrance exam conducted by the university.

LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication Fees 

The table given below shows the fee structure of LPU MAJMC:

Particulars Per Semester Fee
Programme Fee INR 80,000
Exam Fee INR 4,500

LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication Scholarship

LPU offers the following scholarships for MA in Journalism & Mass Communication:

On the basis of percentage in qualifying exam:

Criteria Scholarship Amount 
90% & above aggregate marks in Graduation  INR 24,000 (30% of Programme Fees)
80% to 89.99% aggregate marks in Graduation  INR 20,000 (25% of Programme Fees)
70% to 79.99% aggregate marks in Graduation  INR 16,000 (20% of Programme Fees)

LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication Syllabus

The MA Journalism and Mass Communication curriculum provided by Lovely Professional University is a two-year course that is further subdivided into four academic semesters. The curriculum of MA Journalism and Mass Communication consists of Foundational and Core Courses. Besides this, the curriculum also includes MOOCs, Workshops, Educational Trips, Guests Lectures, Incubation and Communication Projects, Industry Experience, Seminars, Live Projects and more.

MA Journalism and Mass Communication Curriculum:

  1. Foundational and Core Courses: Offers basic learnings that help in learning core courses which is the foundation of the MA Journalism and Mass Communication programme.
  2. Elective Courses and Specialization: Elective courses and specialization aid the students in getting a better understanding of deep concepts of the MA Journalism and Mass Communication programme.
  3. Industry Interface: The industry interface includes lectures and classes by experts, project work in the field and internships to work in a real-time environment.
First Year Syllabus
Graphic Tools
  • Designing, editing and representing information through graphics.
  • Use of charts and other tools used in presentation such as typography, and page layout.
  • Editing, Web, emerging technologies, creating designs for visual artworks.
Media and Human Rights
  • Detailed studies about human rights.
  • Role of media
Photojournalism
  • Basic principles of photography
  • Specific skills required for photography
  • Practice exposure to the working of the digital camera.
Principle of Mass Communication
  • Effect of mass media on contemporary life and society
  • knowledge about various models and theories of mass communication 
Reporting and Editing
  • Journalism writing
  • Newspaper writing
  • Article writing
  • Print Technique
  • Publishing skills
Workshop on Creative Writing
  • Writing short story
  • Poetry
  • creative nonfiction
Second Year Syllabus
Basic of non-linear editing
  • Editing skills
  • Art of video post
  • Improving sound 
  • Enhancing image quality
  • Aesthetics of news program formats
Communication Research
  • Concepts
  • Methods
  • Tools
  • Investigative skills
  • interpretative research skills
Dissertation
  • Data handling skills 
  • Analytical skills
  • Interpretation skills 
  • Tabulation skills 
  • Presentation of research work.
Media Laws
  • Laws of media
  • Limits of media
Radio Production
  • Theory of production, 
  • Techniques of production 
  • Aesthetics 
  • Practical experience in the writing field
  • Production experience
  • Promotion skills
Radio Production in lab
  • Understanding radio broadcast formats
  • Understanding sounds
  • Challenges in producing a radio program
TV Production
  • Video Control
  • Using cameras and editing machines
  • Understanding the role of lighting, staging, directing
  • Practical experience in interviewing along with on-camera announcing.
TV Production in lab
  • Handling of video camera
  • Design programmes for TV and their execution.
  • Understanding the use of the studio and its equipment

LPU MA Journalism and Mass Communication FAQs

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication course?

Ans. Given below are the eligibility criteria for LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication:

  • Eligibility requires graduation with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized university.
  • For reserved categories (e.g., North East, Defence Personnel, Wards of Kashmiri Migrants), the minimum marks required are 45%.
  • Candidates must clear the university-conducted entrance exam.

Ques. What is the fee structure for the LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication course per semester?

Ans. The per-semester fee includes for LPU MAJMC includes the following:

  • Programme Fee: INR 80,000
  • Exam Fee: INR 4,500

Ques. What scholarships are offered for MA in Journalism & Mass Communication based on the percentage obtained in the qualifying exam?

Ans. The following scholarships are offered for MA in Journalism & Mass Communication course at LPU based on merit in previous qualifying exams: 

  • 90% & above: INR 24,000 (30% of Programme Fees)
  • 80% to 89.99%: INR 20,000 (25% of Programme Fees)
  • 70% to 79.99%: INR 16,000 (20% of Programme Fees)

Ques. Can you describe the curriculum structure of the LPU MA Journalism & Mass Communication course?

Ans. The curriculum spans two years, divided into four academic semesters. It includes Foundational and Core Courses, Elective Courses and Specializations, and Industry Interface components. The curriculum integrates various learning methods such as MOOCs, workshops, educational trips, guest lectures, projects, seminars, and live projects.

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