
The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication (BAJMC) at JIIT is a four-year undergraduate program designed to build a strong academic and professional foundation in media and communication. Structured over eight semesters, with an exit option after three years, the program offers a dynamic combination of theoretical knowledge and practical training, preparing students for a wide range of roles in the contemporary media landscape.
At its core, the program emphasizes ethical journalism, truth, objectivity, and social responsibility — values essential for today’s media professionals. Students are trained to produce accurate, creative, and engaging content across traditional and digital platforms, including print, television, radio, and online media. The curriculum is specifically designed to keep pace with the convergence of media, technology, and audience interaction, enabling students to stay ahead in the digital-first communication age.
Through a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on training, students gain proficiency in reporting, writing, video production, editing, anchoring, and multimedia storytelling. They also explore critical areas such as media ethics, global communication trends, media laws, and the role of journalism in shaping public opinion and policy in a democratic society.

| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS111 | Introduction to Mass Communication | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 2 | Minor | 25B41HS112 | Fundamentals of Journalism | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 3 | MDC | 25B41HS113 | Indian Polity & Society | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 4 | AEC | 25B48HS111 | Language Skills- English / Hindi | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| 5 | SEC | 25B48HS112 | Print Media Reporting & Editing | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| 6 | VAC | 25B46HS111 | Environmental Studies | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 20 | |||||||
| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS114 | Fundamentals of Public Relations and Advertising (Ad/PR) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 2 | Major | 25B41HS115 | Introduction to Broadcast Journalism (TV & Radio) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 3 | Minor (Vocational) | 25B48HS113 | Basics of Performing Arts | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| 4 | MDC | 25B41HS116 | Contemporary Issues | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 5 | AEC | 25B45HS111 | Basics of Creative Writing | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 | SEC | 25B48HS114 | AV Media Lab | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| 7 | INT / APP / PRO | 25B47HS111 | Summer Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Live Project (optional but recommended for students) | - | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 20 | |||||||
| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS117 | Digital Media and Social Media Marketing | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 2 | Major | 25B41HS118 | Media, Culture and Society | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 3 | Minor (Vocational) | 25B48HS115 | Basics of Media Production | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| 4 | MDC | 25B41HS119 | Indian Culture and Heritage | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 5 | AEC | 25B45HS112 | Interpersonal Communication Skills | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 | SEC | 25B48HS116 | Digital Media Lab | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| 7 | INT / APP / PRO | 25B47HS112 | Summer Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Live Project (optional but recommended for students) | - | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 20 | |||||||
| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | Course Category | L | T | P | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS121 | Media Research Methods | BSC | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 2 | Major | 25B41HS122 | Global Media Landscape | BSC | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 3 | Minor (Vocational) | 25B48HS117 | Advanced Media Production | ESC | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| 4 | MDC | 25B41HS123 | Ethics and Governance | HSC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 5 | AEC | 25B45HS113 | Public Speaking and Presentation Skills | ESC | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 | SEC | 25B48HS118 | Media Analytics Lab | ESC | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| 7 | INT / APP / PRO | 25B47HS113 | Summer Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Live Project (optional but recommended for students) | — | - | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 20 | ||||||||
| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS124 | Media Law and Policy | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Major | 25B41HS125 | Strategic Communication | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Minor (Vocational) | 25B48HS119 | Media Entrepreneurship | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 4 | MDC | 25B41HS126 | Leadership and Team Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5 | AEC | 25B45HS114 | Negotiation and Conflict Resolution | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 | SEC | 25B48HS120 | Project Management Lab | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 7 | INT / APP / PRO | 25B47HS114 | Summer Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Live Project (optional but recommended for students) | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 20 | ||||||
| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS127 | Media Innovations and Future Trends | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Major | 25B41HS128 | Advanced Media Production Techniques | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Minor (Vocational) | 25B48HS121 | Media Strategy and Planning | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 4 | MDC | 25B41HS129 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5 | AEC | 25B45HS115 | Leadership Development | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 | SEC | 25B48HS122 | Capstone Project Lab | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 7 | INT / APP / PRO | 25B47HS115 | Summer Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Live Project (optional but recommended for students) | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 20 | ||||||
| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS131 | Media Ethics and Responsibility | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Major | 25B41HS132 | Emerging Media Technologies | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Minor (Vocational) | 25B48HS123 | Digital Content Creation | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 4 | MDC | 25B41HS133 | Globalization and Media | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5 | AEC | 25B45HS116 | Advanced Communication Strategies | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 | SEC | 25B48HS124 | Innovation Lab | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 7 | INT / APP / PRO | 25B47HS116 | Summer Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Live Project (optional but recommended for students) | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 20 | ||||||
| S. No. | Nature of Course | Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major | 25B41HS134 | Media Management and Entrepreneurship | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Major | 25B41HS135 | Integrated Marketing Communication | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Minor (Vocational) | 25B48HS125 | Media Event Management | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 4 | MDC | 25B41HS136 | Digital Transformation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5 | AEC | 25B45HS117 | Cross-Cultural Communication | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 | SEC | 25B48HS126 | Portfolio Development Lab | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 7 | INT / APP / PRO | 25B47HS117 | Summer Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Live Project (optional but recommended for students) | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 20 | ||||||

