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M.A.
(Journalism
and Mass
Communication)

A 2 year postgraduate programme for journalists, storytellers and media professionals who want to lead newsrooms, content teams and creator-led brands in a digital first world.

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The Context

Why an MA in
Journalism and Digital
Media now

Media has shifted from slow, one way communication to real time, multi platform storytelling. Newsrooms, brands, creators and platforms are all fighting for one thing – sharp minds who can research deeply, think critically and create content that cuts through noise.

The MA (Journalism & Mass Communication) at SEMCE is designed to:

Strengthen your professional abilities and widen your current media knowledge

Prepare you for digital and cyber media worlds, not just traditional print and TV

Help you specialise in the areas that matter today – digital journalism, creator economy, integrated communication, film and OTT, data storytelling and digital entrepreneurship

Build your confidence as a socially responsible, research driven and industry ready media professional

If you already understand basics of media and content, this programme is for the next step – leading, designing and researching media in a world where everything is online, measurable and global.

Begin Your Story

We are looking for inquisitive minds, ethical storytellers, and digital pioneers. Our admissions process is designed to uncover your creative potential and professional drive.

1

Portfolio Submission

Submit 3-5 pieces of work. These can be articles, videos, podcasts, or a data analysis project.

2

Statement of Intent

Tell us about the media brand you want to build or the change you want to lead in newsrooms.

3

Academic Review

A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a focus on Humanities, Tech, or Business is preferred.

4

The Digital Interview

A 30-minute conversation with our faculty to discuss your vision and fit for the program.

Program Details

Degree awardedMasters of Arts (Journalism and Mass Communication)
Duration2 Years (4 semesters) Full Time - On Campus
SchoolSchool of Emerging Media & Creator Economy (SEMCE)
LocationK.R. Mangalam University, Gurugram, Delhi NCR
Fees₹1,10,000 per year*

Eligibility - Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC recognised university with minimum 50 percent aggregate

For the detailed fee breakup, please refer to the official fee link or speak with our admissions counsellors.

What you will study over 2 years

From theory and global media to creator economy, research, data journalism and digital entrepreneurship.

01

YEAR ONE

Professional Practice & Multimedia Foundations

You reconnect with advanced media theory and move quickly into professional multimedia production.

  • Communication theory applied to real platforms and audience behaviour
  • Current affairs, global media and connecting local stories with global context
  • Fact-checking, verification and media literacy in professional newsrooms
  • Multimedia journalism — writing, visuals and digital-first formats
  • Photography, image editing and visual storytelling
  • Graphic design and AI tools for modern media production
  • Media law and ethics
  • Advertising, brand communication and TV/video journalism
  • Radio, podcasting and audio storytelling
  • Audio and video editing for news, features and digital content
02

YEAR TWO

Creator Economy, Research & Digital Entrepreneurship

You shift from producing content to researching audiences, building communities and designing media ventures.

  • Communication research methods and audience insight design
  • The creator economy - building and managing communities around media brands
  • Integrated marketing communication and 360-degree campaign planning
  • Film and OTT production - concept to screen
  • Data journalism and visualisation
  • Digital marketing - campaigns, funnels and performance measurement
  • Mobile journalism - reporting, shooting and publishing on mobile-first workflows
  • Development communication - media's role in policy and social change
  • Digital media entrepreneurship — planning and launching a media or content venture
  • Dissertation or capstone project + MOOC certification

By the end of two years you do not just complete a syllabus – you complete a portfolio, a research project and a set of industry level skills.

Learn by doing, not just reading

At the MA level, your work is expected to look and feel professional. The programme is built around projects, labs and internships that mirror real world roles.

Newsroom Lab

Multimedia Newsroom Labs

Work on real news stories, from pitch to publication. You practise reporting, verification, scripting, anchoring, editing and packaging stories for web, TV and mobile.

Fact Checking and Media Literacy Projects

Analyse misinformation, run fact checking exercises and build media literacy content for different audience groups.

Creator Economy & Community Studio

Design creator led properties — channels, newsletters, shows or communities — and learn how to grow and engage audiences around them.

Brand and Campaign Sprints

Work on integrated marketing communication briefs. You plan campaigns, content calendars and creator collaborations for brands and organisations.

Where this MA can take you

Move from being a content executor to a media professional who can research, design and lead.

News Editor or Digital Editor

Content Strategist for agencies and media brands

Film, OTT and Video Production Professional

Data Journalist or Visual Storyteller

Digital Media Entrepreneur or Creator Founder

Researcher or Academic in Media and Communication

Real Experts. Real Experience.

Beyond Theory: Learn from Real-World Practitioners

LinkedIn
Kenneth Macknight

Kenneth Macknight

BA ( JMC ) 3rd year, 6th Semester

Nature of Engagement-Start-up

ElevatEd - Co-Founder

LinkedIn
Manukriti Sharma

Manukriti Sharma

BA( JMC ) 3rd year, 6th Sem

Nature of Engagement-Start-up

Adpulse media - Founder

LinkedIn
Amrata Choudhary

Amrata Choudhary

BA(JMC) 2nd semester

Social Media Manager

Recur Club- Headquarters Gurgaon

LinkedIn
Jai chawla

Jai chawla

BA ( JMC ) 2rd year, 4th Semester

Digital creator

Chawla Chronicles-Founder

LinkedIn
Trilok Kumar Singh

Trilok Kumar Singh

Ph.D. Scholar

Entrepreneur (3 web-portals & 1 journal)

Youth Darpan-Founder and CEO

LinkedIn
Rishika Gupta

Rishika Gupta

MA(JMC) 2nd semester, 1st year

Digital Creator

Freelancer

LinkedIn
Kunal Gupta

Kunal Gupta

MA(JMC) 2nd semester, 1st year

Digital Creator & Podcaster

Freelancer

LinkedIn
Shubham Banthia

Shubham Banthia

BA (Hons) Journalism and Mass Communication, 2nd Semester

Digital creator

Content Writer for Scribbling Spark

Faculty & Mentors

A faculty mix that brings together newsroom experience, creator economy work and academic research.

At SEMCE, MA students learn from:

Faculty who have worked with organisations like BBC, All India Radio, Hindustan Times, Zee Media, Aaj Tak and leading digital media houses

Academics with PhDs and published research in areas such as digital media, fake news, data journalism, visual communication, communication research, development communication and HCI

Practitioners who have produced films, shows, campaigns and digital content for brands, production houses and channels

The same core faculty that drives the SEMCE undergraduate programmes teaches at the MA level, with additional research focus, advanced project guidance and dissertation supervision.

Dr. Amit Chawla

Dr. Amit Chawla

Professor & Dean

PH.D.

Dr. Ritwik Ghosh

Dr. Ritwik Ghosh

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

PH.D.

Dr. Sarina

Dr. Sarina

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

PH.D.

Dr. Ritika Choudhary

Dr. Ritika Choudhary

Assistant Professor

PH.D.

Ms. Aditi Agarwal

Ms. Aditi Agarwal

Assistant Professor

Ph.D (Pursuing)

Yashika Khandelwal

Yashika Khandelwal

Assistant Professor

Ph.D (Pursuing)

Dr. Aditi Khare

Dr. Aditi Khare

Assistant Professor

Ph.D

Mr. Trilok Kumar Singh

Mr. Trilok Kumar Singh

Teaching Assistant & Research Scholar

Ph.D. (pursuing)

Mr. Karan Singh

Mr. Karan Singh

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

PH.D.

See what our postgraduates create

The MA programme is designed so that every semester adds to your portfolio and your research profile.

Reporter

Your portfolio may include:

Long foarm feature stories, investigations and explainers

Short films, OTT pilots and documentary projects

Multimedia news packages for web, TV and mobile

Audio series, podcasts and radio shows

Data driven stories, charts and visual explainers

Integrated campaigns and brand communication decks

Community and creator economy projects with growth metrics

A dissertation or capstone project that connects research with real media practice

By the time you graduate, you are not just carrying a postgraduate degree

you are carrying work you can show to editors, hiring managers, collaborators and investors.

Eligibility, admissions and fees

Eligibility

01

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC recognised university or equivalent institution

02

Minimum 50 percent aggregate marks

03

Strong interest in journalism, storytelling, media, digital content or related fields

Admission process

Step-01

Submit the online application form

Step-02

Appear for the university level selection process, as applicable (test, portfolio review or interview)

Step-03

Receive admission offer, complete fee payment and document verification

Step-04

Attend orientation and begin classes at SEMCE

Fees and payment

The MA (Journalism & Mass Communication) is a two year programme spread across four semesters. Fees are charged annually and paid semester wise.

Annual Academic Fee (MA JMC):

₹1,10,000 /-

(Hostel, transport and other facilities are charged separately as per university norms.)

MA (Journalism & Mass Communication) – FAQs

This programme is designed for graduates who want to build a serious career in journalism, digital media, content strategy, creator economy, film and OTT, advertising, PR or media research. It suits both fresh graduates and early stage professionals who want to deepen their skills and move into more responsible roles.

No. Graduates from any discipline with minimum 50 percent aggregate from a UGC recognised university can apply. However, you should have a clear interest in media, content, communication or storytelling. A basic portfolio or prior exposure helps but is not compulsory.

It balances both. You study advanced media theory, research and critical thinking, and at the same time you work on labs, projects, campaigns, films, data stories and a dissertation or capstone project. The goal is to make you both industry ready and research aware.

Since it is a full time on campus programme, your primary commitment is to classes, projects and labs. Limited freelance or part time work that does not clash with academic requirements may be possible, especially in media and content related roles, but it must be managed responsibly.

Yes. The degree awarded is MA (Journalism & Mass Communication) from K.R. Mangalam University, a UGC recognised university. It is valid for higher studies, competitive exams and opportunities where a recognised postgraduate degree is required, as per applicable regulations.

Yes. Through courses in communication research, data journalism, development communication and the dissertation / capstone component, you build research skills and academic grounding that support applications to Ph.D programmes in media and communication.

The School of Journalism and Mass Communication has been renamed as the School of Emerging Media and Creator Economy (SEMCE). The new name reflects an expanded focus on digital media, content creation, and evolving industry trends, while continuing the legacy and academic foundation of the former school.

Ready to shape the future of media?

Applications for the upcoming academic session are now open. Secure your place in the next cohort of media leaders.

UGC Recognised

NAAC A Accredited