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P.G. Diploma in New Media & On-line Journalism(NMJR) |
How do we practice journalism in a Digital World, in which the old ‘rules’ no longer apply? This PG Diploma in New Media & On-line Journalism offers comprehensive, instructive training of the techniques and secrets of being a successful on-line journalist, both from a theoretical and practical point of view. Reflecting the vitality of the web, it will inspire you to acquire new skills and make sense of a transforming industry. In the field of journalism and Mass Communication biggest advantage of Digital Media (New Media) is the increased level of interactivity with the audiences or consumers. This has changed the relationship between content creator and consumers.
The Pandemic of 2020 has brought new media into sharper focus. With social distancing as the new normal and people all over the world in a lockdown, it is new media which has provided a way forward for people, organization and countries. Now industry is looking for new type of journalists, who have all qualities of Radio & TV journalist and full knowledge of technique used in Digital Media. This PG Diploma in New Media & On-line journalism is well designed after consulting several social media experts. Students will be trained with theory & practicals with cameras, virtual reality based TV studio, editing system with latest softwares, and inputs on Social Media broadcast. Students also work on several projects to become all-rounder & work with News Channels, On-line Journalism agencies, Print Media, TV Channels and OTT platforms.
Scope: |
Now we are living in the Era of New Media. You know that all TV Channels and Newspapers are active on Social Media. So there are plenty of job opportunities. Internship will be provided to students in different media channels, so they can get job easily. Further students will be trained to start their own business in Social Media broadcast, with minimum investment. |
Eligibility: |
University Degree with knowledge of computer, artistic nature and good writing skills. |
Timing: |
3 pm to 6 pm, 6 days in a week. 3 days Theory, 2 days Practical & 2 days computer. Full time involvement is required for assignments & projects. |
Duration: |
One academic year |
Examination Pattern
Group A – Internal Examinations
Programme is divided
into two semesters, and there will be an examination at the
end of each semester. Also there will be examination at the
end of every month as a one paper covering all subjects and
topics of theory and practical covered during that month of
study. Marks of these internal examinations will be notified
on final marksheet.
Internal examinations as monthly tests and assignments will be held at the end of August, September, October, November, January, February and March.
Students must appear and pass in minimum 5 theory papers and minimum 5 assignments.
Each theory paper of 50 marks X 5 papers |
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250 marks |
Each assignment of 50 marks X 5 assignments |
= |
250 marks |
Total (Group A) |
= |
500 marks |
Group B – Final Examinations
Paper I to Paper V, towards end of 1st Semester.
Paper VI to Paper VIII, towards end of 2nd Semester
Paper I |
Presentation Skills for Media |
50 marks |
Paper II |
On-line Journalism |
50 marks |
Paper III |
Tools of Media (Print, Electronic & Digital) |
50 marks |
Paper IV |
Media Studies – Mass Communication |
50 marks |
Paper V |
Life Management |
50 marks |
Paper VI |
New Media, Data Journalism, Reporting & Editing |
50 marks |
Paper VII |
Digital Content Management System (CMS) and Digital PR |
50 marks |
Paper VIII |
Computer Application for Digital Media |
50 marks |
Each paper of 50 marks X 8 papers = |
400 marks |
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Total (Group B) = |
400 marks |
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Note: To qualify, student must pass all papers.
Group C – Other Evaluations
1. |
Participation in Practicals & Projects during 1st Semester |
100 marks |
2. |
Participation in Practicals & Projects during 2nd Semester |
100 marks |
3. |
Practical Examination in the month of January |
50 marks |
4. |
Practical Examination in the month of April |
50 marks |
5. |
Skill Test for 1st Semester in December |
50 marks |
6. |
Skill Test for 2nd Semester in March |
50 marks |
7. |
Internal Assessment as per attendance, general behaviour, sincerity in class work, homework, submission etc. |
100 marks |
Total (Group C) = |
500 marks |
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Group A + Group B + Group C = |
(Total) |
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To qualify for Diploma student must secure 35% marks in individual subject and 40% aggregate. He/She must attend 80% of the theory and practical classes. And submission of all assignments are compulsory.
