M.A. in Media and Communication Studies 

at Department of Media Studies, Christ University, Hosur Road

They don't have a set cut off, a lot depends on your interview, for argument's sake consider the cut off to be around 75%. The eligibility requirement is a Bachelor's degree with 50% marks. The entrance exam tests candidates on their aptitude, knowledge of current affairs, and reasoning ability. Christ University Entrance Test / Skill Assessment (The skill assessment will consist of a test on written skills, communication skills and logical reasoning).

• Personal interview.
• Academic Performance (Assessment of past performance in Class 10, Class 11/12, during the Personal Interview).

There isn't any particular cut off percentage as such. Every year the percentage for cut off changes.

Eligibility and Selection Process

To apply for the MA Media and Communication Studies programme at Christ University, candidates must:

Have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.A

Have proficiency in English. Candidates need to have an IELTS score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) 213 or TOEFL (IBT) 79.

The selection process consists of:

1) Filling an online application form available on the university website.

2) An interview round conducted by the Department of Media Studies to evaluate the candidate's communication skills, aptitude and subject knowledge.

3) Selected candidates are issued an offer letter and invited to pay the programme fees to confirm their admission.

Intake and Fee Structure

The annual intake for the MA Media and Communication Studies programme at Christ University is around 100 students.

The fee structure is:

Admission registration fee: Rs.5000

Tuition fees:

For Karnataka students: Rs. 124000 per annum

For other Indian states: Rs. 134000 per annum

For NRI/International students: Rs. 230000 to $4000-$4500 per annum

The fees remain the same for the entire 2-year duration of the program.

Admission to most Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses is based on CUET (Christ University Entrance Test) conducted by Christ Deemed-to-be University, Department of Media Studies.Apart from CMAT Christ University, Institute of Management also accepts ATMA/GRE/GMAT/ CAT/ MAT/ XAT scores. Undergraduate with 50% in all the subjects including language.

To be eligible for the MA in Media and Communication Studies programme at Christ University, applicants must have:

• A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

• Proficiency in English is mandatory. Applicants need to have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) 213 or TOEFL (IBT) 79 scores.

The selection process for the programme consists of:

1) An online application form that needs to be filled via the university website.

2) Shortlisted applicants are called for a personal interview round conducted by the Department of Media Studies. The personal interview evaluates the applicant's communication skills, aptitude for the program, and subject knowledge.

3) Selected candidates are issued an offer of admission letter which they need to accept by paying the requisite fees.

Students from non-English speaking backgrounds also need to enroll for either:

• An intensive certificate course in English conducted from March to May.

• Or a part-time certificate course in English conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

This is to ensure that they have the required proficiency to pursue the MA program.

The selection process for M.A. programs can vary depending on the university, course specialization, and entrance exams required. However, most universities follow a similar pattern, which typically involves:

• Application Form: Submitting an online or offline application form with basic details, academic records, and supporting documents.
• Entrance Exams: Appearing for relevant entrance exams like UGC NET, CUET, DUET, or university-specific tests.
• Merit List: Universities prepare a merit list based on entrance exam scores, graduation percentage, and sometimes, weightage for work experience or additional qualifications.
• Interview/Counseling: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview to assess their communication skills, subject knowledge, and motivation for pursuing the program.

Minimum Graduation Percentage:

The minimum graduation percentage required for an M.A. programme usually ranges between 50-55% for general category students and 45-50% for reserved categories. However, some universities may set higher cut-offs for specific programs or specializations.

 

Courses offered by Christ University Department of Media Studies are M.A. In Media and Communication Studies, B.A. (Communication and Media, English Psychology), M.A. In English with Communication Studies, B.A. (Hons. ). In Journalism, B.A. (Journalism, Psychology, English B.A. (Media Studies, Economics, Political Science), Ph.D. in Media Studies, M.Phil. In Media Studies, B.A. (Communication and Media, English Psychology), and B.A. (Media, Public Affairs). .

The key reasons why Christ University's MA programme in media studies is considered top-notch are:

Experienced and Qualified Faculty

The department has a faculty of experienced professors and media practitioners who are well qualified to teach various aspects of media studies. They bring in practical industry experience along with academic knowledge.

Practical Exposure and Placements

The department provides students with practical exposure through internships, projects, workshops, guest lectures, etc. It also has a good placement record with students getting placed in reputed media organizations.

Well-equipped Infrastructure and Labs

The department has state-of-the-art infrastructure like media labs, editing suites, photography studios, etc. to provide hands-on training to students.

Diverse Specializations

The MA programme offers specializations in Multimedia Journalism and Advertising & Corporate Communication. Students can choose the specialisation based on their interests and career goals.

Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the Department of Media Studies at Christ University is based on both merit and entrance exams.

For undergraduate programs like BA Media and Journalism, admission process consists of:

1) Filling the online application form available on the university website. Application fee is Rs.1500.

2) Christ University Entrance Test (CUET) - This is a compulsory test conducted by the university for admission to BA programs.

3) Students who clear the entrance test are called for the selection process which includes:

• Micro Presentation : Students are given a topic and asked to speak for 1 minute on it. This tests their communication and presentation skills.

• Personal Interview: A panel of professors will interview the candidate to evaluate their aptitude and interest in the field of media studies.

Final selection is based on the merit secured in the entrance test, performance in the micro presentation and personal interview.

For postgraduate programs like MA Media and Communication Studies, admission is based on:

1) Filling the online application form and paying the application fee.

2) Students with a bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks are eligible to apply.

3) Shortlisted candidates are called for the selection process which includes:

• Micro Presentation
• Personal Interview

Merit list is prepared based on the performance in the micro presentation and personal interview. There is no separate entrance exam for MA programs.

So in summary, for undergraduate programs in Media Studies, Christ University considers both merit and entrance exam while for postgraduate programs, admission is based purely on merit i.e. performance in micro presentation and personal interview.

Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other doubts.

You can apply for direct admission to the MA in Media and Communication Studies programme offered by the Department of Media Studies at Christ University. The admission process is as follows:

Eligibility

To be eligible for direct admission, you must have:

A bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks from a recognised university.

Proficiency in English is mandatory. You need to have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) 213 or TOEFL (IBT) 79 scores.

Application Process

You can apply for direct admission through the online application form available on the university website.

Alternatively, you can apply in the direct mode by following these steps:

Visit the Coordinator, Office of International Affairs at Christ University campus.

Obtain the application form by paying an application fee of INR 100.

Fill in all the details in the application form and submit it along with required documents like:

Copies of Class 10, 12 and degree marksheets

Transcripts of all semesters

Passport size photos

Copy of passport (for international students)

Submit the completed application form to the Office of International Affairs.

Along with the application form, you will need to pay the programme fees to complete the admission process.

Program Fees

The programme fees for MA in Media and Communication Studies for the international student category is:

INR  5,50,000 per annum (Tuition fees)

INR  1,00,000 (One-time admission fees)

 

The Department of Media Studies at CHRIST is one of the most vibrant and academically rigorous centres of media higher education in India with the passion of honing students' skills, knowledge and attitude for effective leadership in varied local, national and global media platforms.Courses Tuition Fees Eligibility

B.A. (10 courses) 2.6 L - 6.9 L 10+2 : 55-60 % Exams : Christ University Entrance Test CUETCBSE 12th+1 More

M.A. (2 courses) 1.7 L - 3.2 L Graduation : 50 %