Course Overview
Communication Studies explores human interaction, media, and digital communication. Students learn about public speaking, media theory, intercultural communication, and digital media production. Courses emphasize critical thinking, research, and communication skills for various careers.
Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)
Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown):
Semester 1:
Introduction to Communication Studies
Fundamentals of Mass Communication
Media and Society
Communication Theories
English Language and Communication Skills
History of Communication
Semester 2:
Interpersonal Communication
Media Ethics and Law
Cultural Studies and Communication
Introduction to Journalism
Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
Computer Applications in Media
Semester 3:
Communication Research Methods
Public Relations and Corporate Communication
Digital Communication
Advertising Principles and Practices
Introduction to Film Studies
Media and Gender Studies
Semester 4:
Media Production (Radio & Television)
Writing for Media
New Media Technologies
Communication for Development
Political Communication
Media Economics and Management
Semester 5:
Media and Globalization
Organizational Communication
Media Research Projects
Emerging Communication Trends
Crisis Communication
Internship/Practical Training
Semester 6:
Final Project in Communication Studies
Advanced Media Criticism
Communication for Social Change
Media Entrepreneurship
Digital and Social Media Strategy
Comprehensive Viva/Final Evaluation
Average Fees:
₹50,000 to ₹2,50,000 per year (depending on the institution and location)
Exams to Attend:
Entrance Exams for Communication Studies: Most colleges admit students based on their performance in common entrance exams, such as:
IIMC Entrance Exam (Indian Institute of Mass Communication)
XIC OET (Xavier Institute of Communications Online Entrance Test)
Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET)
CUET (Central Universities Entrance Test)
Top 10 Communication Studies Institutions in India (Combined Ranking):
Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi
Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC), Mumbai
Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune
Mudra Institute of Communications (MICA), Ahmedabad
Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR), New Delhi
Christ University, Bengaluru
Amity School of Communication, Noida
Delhi University (Department of Communication Studies), New Delhi
Asian College of Journalism, Chennai
Top 10 Communication Studies Institutions in Kerala:
Manorama School of Communication (MASCOM), Kottayam
Kerala Press Academy, Kochi
Department of Communication and Journalism, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Farook College, Kozhikode
Calicut University, Malappuram
Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady
Cochin Media School, Kochi
Kannur University, Kannur
St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam
Amrita School of Arts and Sciences, Kochi