Ph.D. (Journalism and Mass Communication)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

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Ph.D. Journalism and Mass Communication or Doctor of Philosophy in Journalism and Mass Communication is a Doctorate level Mass Communications course.  The Doctoral programme aims at training professionals and teachers in a systematic investigation of various issues and problems in the area of their study to provide new and original insights. Programme broadly covers Journalism, Mass Communication, Electronic Media (radio and television), New Media and Media Studies. The program provides students with a solid foundation in the discipline through multifaceted exploration of the theories and methods that influence the shape and scope of mass communication research. Students are strongly encouraged to develop their own theoretical and methodological approaches to mass communication research and to interact and collaborate with our multidisciplinary faculty on cutting-edge research in mass communication in the global and multicultural context.

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Ph.D. Journalism and Mass Communication Eligibility    

• Master’s Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with fifty-five percent marks and an M.Phil. from any recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
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  Master’s Degree with fifty-five percent marks in any subject, with five-year experience in the Media Industry/Teaching/Research in Mass Communication.
• Candidate should clear the common entrance exam conducted by the University for the Course.

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Ph.D. Journalism and Mass Communication Course Suitability

• The course is suitable to provide future academics and professionals with rigorous training in theory and research with highly individualized programs that students develop in consultation with their advisers.
• The course is beneficial for those students and media professionals who would like to further increase their academic qualifications.
• Students should be able to understand the history, function and development of journalism and mass communication in society.
• They also have the capability to analyze global media issues and functions; develop media and visual communication literacy; awaken creativity.
• They should be able to understand the role of advertising and public relations; apply principles of media law, policies and ethics.

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How is Ph.D. Journalism and Mass Communication Course Beneficial?

• The program emphasis is on original research to prepare students for careers in journalism and mass communication education as well as related business fields.
• Ph.D. candidates, after passing the course, can become some of the most successful researchers and administrators in the field of journalism & mass communication.
• They course also teaches them about master research methods by learning to evaluate and use documents from a variety of sources.
• During their study, they also learn interviewing techniques and critical thinking/analytical skills; learn to write, report and edit content for print and online media platforms.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY

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Master’s Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with fifty-five percent marks and an M.Phil. from any recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.