Digital Journalism: Admission 2025, Fees, Syllabus, Entrance Exam, Top Colleges, Career Scope

The importance of Digital Journalism has increased with the upsurging usage of the Internet and social platforms around the world. Its global reach and accessibility, real-time updates, multi-media storytelling, viewer's engagement, etc., features make it a crucial part of Journalism and Mass Communication.

A Diploma in Digital Journalism can open doors for various job opportunities in Media, Advertising, Digital Marketing, etc., sectors. Based on your interest, you can opt for a job profile in the respective field and even take freelance projects after you gain relevant experience in the field.

You can become a Content Writer, News Editor, Digital Marketing Associate, Advertising Executive, Video Editor, Digital Journalist, and more.

Here's a basic idea of eligibility requirements for MA in Digital Journalism:

• Academic Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Score: A minimum of 45% aggregate marks.
• Entrance Exams: Some colleges may conduct or accept entrance exam scores.
• Age Limit: Generally, there is no specific age limit for applying to the MA in Digital Journalism program.

Here are some important documents you must carry during the Digital Journalism course admission process, irrespective of the programme level:

• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• A relevant bachelor's degree (if applicable)
• Valid ID Proof (Adhaar, PAN Card, Passport, etc.)
• Passport-sized photographs
• Migration Certificate

The admission process for the Digital Journalism course online is similar to the offline course admission procedure. You'll need to register on your desired college's website, fill out the application form, attach documents, and pay the application fee.
If the college accepts your application, they'll send you a confirmation email, and then you can proceed with paying the admission fee, etc., to get a seat in the program.

Here are some popular Digital Journalism books you must read along with your regular syllabus:

• No Filter: The Inside Story of Instagram By Sarah Frier.
• Journalism Next: A Practical Guide to Digital Reporting and Publishing By Mark E. Briggs.
• Broadcast News in the Digital Age By Faith Sidlow.
• We The Media By Dan Gillmor.
• Mobile and Social Media Journalism By Anthony Adornato.

In a Diploma in Digital Journalism program, you'll get to learn about the different aspects of multimedia. You'll learn about Audio, Video, Text, Photography, Graphic Design, Animation, Video Editing, and more. 

Core subjects are the common subjects generally added in every course level of a specific subject. Some core subjects of a Digital Journalism course are:

• News Writing and Reporting
• Digital Ethics and Media Law
• Data Journalism
• Social Media Journalism
• History of Digital Media
• Multimedia Skills
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

It is difficult to conclude a specific job profiles as the highest-paying because the salary package is majorly based on aspects like the employer, job location, candidates' relevant experience, and their expertise. However, some top positions such as Senior Journalist, News Anchor, Editor-In-Chief, Marketing Manager, Brand Manager, etc., are high-paying.
To get a good pay, you can also take freelance projects based on your work and you'll get paid according to your goodwill in the market and your portfolio.
All the best.

Know more about Scope or Journalism

There are many different types of Journalism in the Mass Communication field, serving different purposes. Journalism students opt for a specific Journalism field based on their interest and expertise. Some popular types of Journalism include:

• Investigative Journalism
• Watchdog Journalism 
• Online/Digital Journalism
• Opinion Journalism
• Sports Journalism
• Entertainment Journalism
• Broadcast Journalism
• Political Journalism

Every field has some pros and cons. A few aspects of Digital Journalism that may be non-beneficial for Journalism professionals are:

• Relatively high error margin
• Weaker gatekeepers
• Lack of focus on quality Journalism