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Yes, the university provides five exit options to the BA (Social Science) course aspirants. The degree/certificate awarded is as per the course duration completed by the student. Mentioned below are the details for degree/certificate awarded by NMU Jalgaon to BA students based on exit year:

• After 1 Year: UG Certificate in Social Science
• After 2 Years: UG Diploma in Social Science
• After 3 Years: BA in Social Science
• After 4 Years: BA (H) in Social Science
• After 4 Years: BA (H) with Research in Social Science

Yes, SMS Varanasi offers financial support to students enrolled in the BA (Hons) programme. To do so, the university offers various scholarships. Mentioned below are more details about the available scholarships:

• Merit Scholarship: These scholarships are provided based on students performance in the Class 12 examinations
• Sports Scholarship: These scholarships are awarded to players who have played at the university/state/national level

SMS Varanasi conducts its own entrance test for admission to various courses, including BA (Hons). Candidates seeking admission to the programme must register and appear for the exam once the application portal is live. The institute has not yet released the last date to apply. However, students aspiring to take admission must register timely.

BA (Hons) at SMS Varanasi is offered only with one specialisation, i.e., Mass Communication. Students graduating from this course can seek out job opportunities in the Media and Enterntainment industry. Moreover, some of the popular job profiles for Mass Com graduates are Journalist, Content Writer, PR Executive, Event Manager, and more. 

Fresh graduates seeking entry-level positions can expect a salary ranging from INR 3 LPA-INR 4.5 LPA. However, this range can vary based on various factors such as choice of industry, student's performance, and additional skills they might possess. 

During the 2023 placement drive, SMS Varanasi witnessed the participation of many repuated recruiters such as Airtel, FedEx, Dabur, HCL, Wipro, etc. Moreover, the the highest and average package offered during the 2023 placements stood at INR 7.95 LPA and INR 4.81 LPA, respectively. The average package offered in 2023 witnessed a 23% hike when compared to 2022 placement stats.

Note: The above placement data is not course specific.

Yes, the SMS Varanasi BA Hons syllabus includes various skill-based subjects such as Content Writing, Digital marketing, Camera & Editing and more. These courses help students learn various industry-orientated skills. Nowadays, students who already possess the required skill set get better-paying jobs. The students are also required to complete an internship. This helps them gain hands-on experience.

SMS Varanasi BA (Hons) curriculum is divided into semester-pattern. During the three-year duration, students are required to study the following courses:

• Core courses: Print Media Production, Media History, Public Relations, Advertising and Media, and more
• Vocational Faculty: Camera and Editing, Content Writing, Digital Marketing, and more
• Co-curricular courses: Food Nutrition and Hygiene, First Aid and Health, Human Values and Environmental Studies, and more

Students can submit their application for the BA programme provided by the Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA) online. They will have to go to the website of Manipal University or to the WGSHA admission website and after registering, fill out the application form, upload their documents, such as 12th-grade mark sheet, and also pay the application fee. The students are ensured to double-check all the information entered while submitting

After applying for SMS Varanasi BA (Hons) students must appear for the SMSOET exam on the scheduled date. Once the exam results are announced, the university commences with the admission counselling. In order to participate in the counselling, candidates must upload various documents. After that, they are required to participate in the subsequent counselling process. During the counselling, the BCom seats are allocated based on the candidate's performance in the accepted entrance exam.

The application forms for SMS Varanasi BA (Hons) admissions can be submitted online. Intersted students can follow the below steps to apply:

1. Go to the official website of the institute.

2. Click on the 'Admission Open' button.

3. Click on the 'New Applicant Apply' button and select the level.

4. Login to the newly made account and fill out the application form.

5. Upload required documents and pay the application fee of INR 500.