Journalism
What is Journalism?
Journalism is one of the most interesting and glamorous fields. Journalism is a discipline of collecting, verifying, reporting and analyzing information gathered regarding current events, including trends, issues and people. It is the role of the Journalist to spread information about every relevant happening in the world through the medium of print, broadcast and now even online. The internet or media internet has changed the media industry. Journalist can work in various areas like business, sports, entertainment or any other media industries. Though the field seems to be glamorous it is equally challenging career option.
When Can I Enroll for Journalism?
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COURSE |
ELIGIBILITY |
DURATION |
ENTRANCE EXAM |
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Bachelors Degree [Mass Media / Mass Communication] |
HSC |
3 Yrs. |
Autonomous Exam |
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Postgraduate Diploma [Journalism] |
Graduation In any related field |
1 Yr. |
Autonomous Exam |
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Masters / Postgraduate Diploma [Journalism/ Mass Media/ Mass Communication] |
Graduation In any related field |
1-2 Yrs. |
Autonomous Exam |
Note: Admission to Master courses will be on the basis on candidate’s performance in an aptitude test, group discussion and personal interview.
What Personality Traits Are Required to Become a Journalist?
- Alert of Mindset
- Good Communication Skills
- Good Physical & Mental Health
- Ability To Accept Criticism
- Writing skills
- Ability to differentiate between fact & fiction
- Exercise high tolerance
- Confident personality
- Language proficiency
IQ Required to Become a Journalist
Minimum above Average range of Intelligence along with hard work and consistency preferred
Job Prospects for Journalist
- Advertising Agencies
- Television Channels
- Reporter
- Editors
- Proofreaders
- Columnist
- News analysts
- Press Information Bureau
- Publishing Houses
