M.A. in Journalism & Mass Communication (Specialization in Digital Media) 

at AAFT, Noida

The MA programme at the AAFT follows the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS). According to this system, every semester, students are awarded a choice of credit from a combination of core and elective subjects so that they can have a flexible and personalised experience in terms of learning. The duration of the programme is two years. This makes students not only more academically engaged but also prepares them for different professional careers in their selected fields.

AAFT offers a vast range of specialisations that can aid students to acquire education according to their choice and career objectives while preparing them to function on various levels in media and creative industries. Candidates can refer to the following list of MA specilisation offered at AAFT:

• Journalism and Mass Communication
• Advertising and Brand Communication
• Vocal Music
• Journalism & Mass Communication (Specialisation in Sports Journalism)
• Still Photography
• Public Relations and Events
• Journalism & Mass Communication (Specialisation in Digital Media)
• Performing Arts and Dance

Yes, MA is available, and it is accessible at the AAFT. The college has a two-year full-time MA programme that has four semesters. Students can select from nine different specialisations, which are Journalism and Mass Communication, Advertising and Brand Communication, Vocal Music, Journalism & Mass Communication (Specialisation in Sports Journalism), Still Photography, Public Relation and Events, Journalism & Mass Communication (Specialisation in Digital Media), Performing Arts and Dance. The objective of the programme is to induce in-depth knowledge of the subject and special practical skills in the students.

The total tuition fees for the two-year MA programme at AAFT are between INR 2.52 lakh and INR 3.4 lakh for the whole tenure of the programme. The total amount includes tuition fees, hostel fees, and examination fees. The hostel fee amounts to about INR 3.12 lakh, making the total price between INR 5.64 lakh and INR 6.52 lakh for the whole programme. This also includes a registration fee amounting to INR 20,600 to be paid when applying. Please note that these fees are quoted according to the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to change and, hence is only indicative.

AAFT Noida has been providing successful placements over the years and it is worth joining. Check out the table below to know the overall key highlights of the AAFT Noida placement during 2023-2024:

Scholarship 1- In the past, in collaboration with the overseas Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, AAFT offered a few overseas scholarships to its students. Students at AAFT also won a ULCA scholarship.

Scholarship 2- Under this approach, scholarships are given to PG students in ASMA and AAFT, while ULCA scholarships are given to individuals who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. This grant is provided to outstanding students enrolled in a second-year MFA (Cinema) programme by AAFT in partnership with ULCA.