M.A. in Communication (Media Studies) 

at Department of Communication, Gachibowli

Yes, the Department of Communication at the University of Hyderabad is a good institution for pursuing an M.A in Communication. The department has been ranked as the Best University Department many times in national surveys and has been ranked the Best University Department five times in a row by Outlook-MDRA. The M.A in Communication program offered by the department builds on a foundation of media and communication theory while equipping students with the skills, techniques, and understanding. The department has a 100% placement rate for healthcare. The total tuition fees for the M.A in Communication program is INR 17.38 K.

There are around 54 seats available for MA courses at Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad in the year 2025. The total number of seats at Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad is further divided into 27 seats for each of the MA courses available at Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad. Each course has 9 seats that are reserved for the general category.

Though an MA degree is more inclined towards liberal arts as compared to fine arts, the candidates still have the option to pursue an MA degree in fine arts subjects such as fine arts, dance, music, etc. Getting an MA degree from UOHDOC can help the candidates land decent jobs in the relevant fields. After completing a master's level course in languages, one can easily get jobs in roles of translator, lingusit, foreign service officer, etc.  

Candidates can apply for MA admissions at Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad either by registering for the university's respective entrance exam or through the CUET-PG exam. The admissions are decided on the merit of a candidate in these entrance exams. After the entrance exams, the candidates will needto appear for an interview round. Once it is over, then candidates will be allotted a seat in the MA course depending on their performance.

Both MA courses offered by the Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad have a duration of 2 years or 4 semesters. The tuition fee for both of these courses is payable on a per semester basis while other fees is charged onaper annum basis. Candidatesare advised to go through the MA curriculum of both MA courses as well as the fee structure of Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad.

The Department of Communication at the University of Hyderabad is famous for being recognised as one of the best centers for doctoral research in communication and media studies.

The department offers two post-graduate programs, MA in Media Practice/Media Studies, and Ph.D. in Communication.

Facilities: The Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad offered a library, audio-visual facility, reading room and well-equipped media labs, and spacious classroom. The Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad campus will have all facilities which include an auditorium, ATMs, Gyms, indoor and outdoor games facilities, hostels for males and females, a spacious canteen, and a residential facility for faculty members and others.

The University of Hyderabad is more cost-effective compared to Guru Nanak University, with an annual tuition fee for MA programs around 6000, whereas Guru Nanak University charges approximately 25000 per annum.
Also the hostel fees is very less around 500 per semester. 

The Department of Communication at the University of Hyderabad offers a post-graduate M.A. in Communication programme with three streams of specialization. These specializations are:

Communication and Media Studies (CMS)

Radio & Video Production (RVP)

Print Journalism & New Media (PNM)

CMS is one the most sought after specialisation in this field. 

The last date for applications to the CUET-PG exam 2025 was 8 February. Candidates can start to register for the CUET-PG exam from 2 January. The date mentioned here hasalready passed at this point of time. Candidates who had appeared for the CUET-PG exam can download the results from the official website of the NTA. The dates for the CUET-PG 2026 exam will be announced soon.