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  • ImgBJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication)

Bachelor of Mass Media

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM) is a 3-year undergraduate program that focuses on media studies, journalism, advertising, and public relations. It combines theory and practical skills, preparing students for careers in mass communication, digital media, and content creation.

Duration:

  • 3 years (6 semesters)

Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown):

  1. Semester 1:

    • Introduction to Mass Communication

    • Effective Communication Skills

    • Fundamentals of Media Studies

    • Mass Media Research

    • Introduction to Sociology

    • Introduction to Psychology

  2. Semester 2:

    • Political Concepts and Indian Political System

    • Communication Theories and Models

    • Principles of Marketing

    • Introduction to Public Relations

    • Media, Culture, and Society

    • Writing Skills for Media

  3. Semester 3:

    • Understanding Cinema

    • Advanced Reporting and Editing

    • Introduction to Creative Writing

    • Radio and Television Journalism

    • Media Law and Ethics

    • Introduction to Photography

  4. Semester 4:

    • Advertising: Concepts and Practices

    • Public Relations: Concepts and Practices

    • Broadcast Journalism

    • Print Media in India

    • Film and TV Production

    • Copywriting

  5. Semester 5:

    • Digital Media

    • Media Planning and Buying

    • Media, Gender, and Society

    • Globalization and Media

    • Investigative Journalism

    • Internship/Practical Training

  6. Semester 6:

    • Major Project in Mass Media

    • Advanced Digital Media and Communication

    • Media Entrepreneurship

    • Television Program Production

    • Crisis and Reputation Management

    • Comprehensive Viva/Final Evaluation

Average Fees:

  • ₹60,000 to ₹2,00,000 per year (depending on the institution and location)

Exams to Attend:

  • Entrance Exams for BMM: Common entrance exams include:

    • IIMC Entrance Exam (Indian Institute of Mass Communication)

    • XIC OET (Xavier Institute of Communications Online Entrance Test)

    • SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test)

    • CUET (Central Universities Entrance Test)

    • State-level entrance exams for specific universities

Top 10 Institutions Offering BMM in India (Combined Ranking):

  1. St. Xavier's College, Mumbai

  2. Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune

  3. Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC), Mumbai

  4. Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi

  5. Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR), New Delhi

  6. Christ University, Bengaluru

  7. Amity School of Communication, Noida

  8. Delhi University (Department of Journalism and Mass Communication), New Delhi

  9. K.C. College, Mumbai

  10. Madras Christian College, Chennai

Top 10 Institutions Offering BMM in Kerala:

  1. Manorama School of Communication (MASCOM), Kottayam

  2. Kerala Press Academy, Kochi

  3. Department of Communication and Journalism, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

  4. Farook College, Kozhikode

  5. Calicut University, Malappuram

  6. Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady

  7. Cochin Media School, Kochi

  8. Kannur University, Kannur

  9. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

  10. Amrita School of Arts and Sciences, Kochi