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Master of Arts in Journalism

and Mass Communication

Online programs entitled NAAC A+

UGC
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Entitled
accredited university

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RANKED 101-150 RANKED 13 ACCREDITATION

You are ready to change the

world. To be the next version
of you.

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Top #101-150 Top 15 Universities NAAC A+ Accredited
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Equivalent to Campus Degree Online Degrees

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Give an individual a
professional education
and you have given him a
lifestyle.
Padma Shri awardee
Dr. T M A Pai
Founder
Manipal Education & Medical Group

VISIONARY PHILANTHROPIST PHYSICIAN

EDUCATIONIST BANKER

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In a short period of time, Manipal Today, in a world that is being reshaped

University Jaipur has become a by technology and evolving customer
leading player in the online education expectations, businesses are looking
space by embracing technology to for leaders that are both ambitious and
make quality education accessible skilled to succeed in this environment.
to a wider population. We believe in
comprehensive student development, At Manipal, all our program are designed
empowering bright entrepreneurial around the theme of strategic leadership
minds, and reparing them to be and innovation. To endow you with
responsible citizens. Our online degrees the most relevant skills for success in
reflect that belief and provide learners a Industry 4.0.
great opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Mr S. Vaitheeswaran Dr. G K Prabhu

Chairperson President
Manipal University Jaipur Manipal University Jaipur

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 Prospectus 2024-25 MANIPAL UNIVERSITY JAIPUR

Change the game with

next-gen online degrees from
Manipal University Jaipur.

World class education Next-gen pedagogy Exhaustive content & resources

Access UGC-entitled online degrees Attend live classes and access recorded Access an exhaustive e-library with over
from a NAAC A+ accredited university lectures & e-learning content anywhere, 1,80,000 e-books, e-databases, journals,
with 12+ years of educational excellence. anytime through our advanced digital and more. Get free access to paid content
Learn from experienced faculty who are learning platform. on Coursera. Additional 110+ hours of skill
experts in their domains. enhancement content worth INR 50,000.

Global networking opportunities Placement assistance Attractive scholarships Prestigious Manipal alumni status
Expand your professional network by Become a job-ready professional with Gain access to exclusive scholarships Benefit from 70+ years of Manipal legacy
interacting with peers, faculty & other intense placement training programs designed for defense personnel, and become a member of the reputed
professionals across industries. Attend which include resume building, mock government employees, differently alumni network.
regular webinars led by experts to get interviews, skill assessments, and more. abled people & meritorious students.
industry insights.

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Whether you are a CEO,

senior manager, or junior
professional, if you neglect
learning, you stop adapting
and forego leading.
Source: hbr.org

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 Prospectus 2024-25 MANIPAL UNIVERSITY JAIPUR

A university of
your choice

Online program entitled Flexibility to study on Expert faculty and

by UGC the go mentors
Certificate awarded by Manipal 24x7 learning with best-suited Best-in-class faculty, selected
University Jaipur, rated A+ by NAAC content through our vast pool of full time and
adjunct professors
All online program designed as per Learn at your own pace,
UGC regulations whenever you want Dedicated course mentors allocated
to each student

Flexible, modern curriculum for

maximum industry relevance

Manipal University Jaipur (Rajasthan) has been established by an Act (No. 21 of

2011) of State Legislature of Rajasthan as a State Private University as specified
by the UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act
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 Prospectus 2024-25 MANIPAL UNIVERSITY JAIPUR

A university of
your choice

Career support to find Scholarships for Access to Coursera Additional content for
your dream job deserving candidates skill enhancement
Comprehensive services to help Defense personnel, PSU Free access to paid courses on Access 110+ hours of exclusively
kickstart your career employees, and persons with ‘Coursera’ curated skill enhancement
disabilities are eligible for content worth INR 50,000.
Includes interview tips, scholarships Explore 10,000+ cutting edge
employability assessments, courses on in-demand skills Content tailored for leaders
resume building, industry Merit scholarships are available in emerging technology and
readiness programs, mock based on learner’s qualification business skills
interviews, virtual placement exam results for the respective
drives, and more program

Guest faculty from the industry

for real-world experience

Ranked AAAA by Careers 360.

Awarded Private University of Eminence by MHW Rankings 2021.

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Learning is seldom just a

transaction between an
expert and a novice. It is
a relationship that frees
up thinking and fosters
growth.
Source: hbr.org

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 Prospectus 2024-25 PROGRAM / MA JMC

Online communication program

MA JMC
Master of Arts in
Journalism and Mass
Communication

Eligibility Fee structure

Candidates must have completed 10+2+3-year INR 140,000 or
bachelor’s degree from a recognised university/ INR 35,000 per semester (includes an
institution or an equivalent qualification as examination fee of INR 5,000)
recognised by the Association of Indian Universities
INR 500 (non-refundable application fee)

Duration
Minimum 2 years (divided into four semesters)
Maximum 4 years

Build innovative communication skills with our postgraduate

program in Journalism and Mass Communication.

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 Prospectus 2024-25 PROGRAM / MA JMC

Master of Arts in Journalism & Mass Communication (MA JMC) |

Program structure
First semester Second semester Third semester Fourth semester

Basics of Language Media Language Writing for New Media Script and Screenwriting

Social Structure and Current Affairs Political Science and Current Affairs Intercultural Communication and Economic Structure and Current Affairs
Current Affairs

Fundamentals of Photography Digital Publishing Mobile Editing Software Basics of Audio and Video Editing

Communication Theories and Models Editing and Layout Designing Elective-I Film Appreciation

Concept of News and Reporting Public Relations Elective-II Final project

Development of Media Broadcast Journalism Communication Research Dissertation

Basics of Audio and Visual Communication Media Laws and Ethics Minor specialization

Development Communication Internship evaluation

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Choose your electives from the

following options
Electives Third semester

Elective-I
01 Choose one
Art of Storytelling, Beats of Journalism Media and Differently Abled Communication

Elective-II
02 Choose one
Mobile Journalism, Media Analysis, Advertising Theory and Practice, Digital Media Marketing

03 Minor specialization (Choose one) Strategic Communication, Health Communication, Educational Communication Corporate Communication, Data Journalism

Fourth semester Final project

Formats: Print Production, Audio Production, A/V Production, Languages: English, Hindi Beats of Social, Political, Cultural, Business, Sports, Science
Website Management

Note: Every student shall undertake project work either at their place of work or elsewhere, in the chosen area of elective to complete the program.
MUJ reserves the right to change the program design, format, number of sessions, certificate format, and terms in the program or can incorporate any such change deemed necessary by the
institute without prior intimation.
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 Prospectus 2024-25 ADMISSION PROCESS

Get onboard
Program registration
Fill in your basic, education & work experience-
related details and pay the application fee to
register.

Fee payment
Pay the admission fee for the first semester/year or
full program.

Document upload
Upload supporting documents & submit
your application.

University approval
The university will evaluate your documents to
confirm your admission.

By harnessing emerging technologies, universities can reach beyond

campus walls to empower diverse learners at a global scale.

Source: hbr.org

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 Prospectus 2024-25 FAQ

Did you know?

eLearning material
The eLearning material will be made available to you on the Learning Management System (LMS) based
on the four-quadrant approach, as per UGC (Credit Framework for online learning courses through
SWAYAM) Regulations, 2016. It includes a combination of the following eLearning content, namely:

Video eText
lectures materials

Virtual Interactive
classroom material

Virtual Discussion
simulation forums

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Evaluation Examination Right to amend rules

The assessment system has been conceived, developed, The university semester-end examinations will be held digitally The university reserves the right to add / delete / change /
and administered on a rigorous and fair basis to bring out viz. computer-based and online proctored. You can appear for amend the syllabi, program structure, rules and regulations
the best in you and prepare you for a challenging career. the exams from the comfort and safety of your homes. A laptop wherever considered necessary and appropriate without
or desktop computer with a functioning webcam connected to any prior notice. You are advised to go through the website
Your performance evaluation will be based on both the Internet is required to appear for the exams. The details of the frequently where all circulars and important information
continuous evaluation and term-end examinations. examination schedule will be made available in the photo admit card will be hosted from time to time. Promulgation of any such
issued for appearing for the term end theory examinations. The information on the website in the form of circulars / notices is
university will share all examination details via the student portal. considered to be adequate.

Theory papers Results Jurisdiction

The theory part is assessed by performance based on continuous The results will be published on the student portal. If you fail to clear All disputes relating to university program and
assessment (CA) through assignments and termend examinations any of the papers (either in TEE or CA or both), you have to re appear activities are subject to local jurisdiction (Rajasthan) only.
(TEE). The assessment ratio for (TEE) to CA is 70:30. The CA is for the relevant paper by applying to the university through the
based on assignments prepared by the University. TEE will comprise resitting application along with relevant fees, within the due date.
descriptive and multiple-choice type questions. You must score at
least 40% in both CA and TEE to be declared as pass.

Practical papers (as applicable) Awards and degree

The assessment for the practical part is based on the performance in Successful students, on satisfying all criteria stipulated by the
guided exercises (i.e. day-to-day exercises) and unguided exercises university, will be awarded the respective degrees by the university.
which will be conducted on the last day of the practical sessions in
each subject with an external examiner. The assessment ratio for TEE
to CA is 30:70. You must score at least 40% in both the parts to be
declared as pass.

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 Prospectus 2024-25 TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials
Romila Kanchan Giri

Working in the education sector & social development sector for During the pandemic, I was skeptical about taking up an
5-6 years, I came across a tribal village in Telangana and I really on-campus degree. So, I chose to pursue my master’s in
wanted to capture their stories. But I didn’t have the right skills, journalism in the online mode. From live classes to faculty
attitude and mindset to capture them. This is where Manipal members, I have had a great experience with MUJ so far. I
University Jaipur is empowering me with an online MA JMC hope to pursue my dream media career after this program.
degree. I’m able to leverage maximum out of this platform.

Ashok Sharma

I have been working as a lab technician in Manipal University

Jaipur for 8 years, I have good technical skills like video
recording and editing. However, I wanted to improve my
knowledge, so I decided to pursue an online MA JMC. I want
to pursue my PhD after this online program, and I also hope to
become a news anchor one day.

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