Distance/Correspondence

TIP: Bachelor of Mass Media and BA in journalism are same courses minus the fact that some universities/colleges do not teach electronic media in BA (Journalism). Please check the details of the course before you apply for it in a certain college/university.
Both these courses require practical hands

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The cinematography is all about the art as well as skills to make the best of camera and place for the shoot of a film. This skill is possessed by those who have sharp minds, quick hearts and minds and strong observation skills. The essentials of becoming a cinematographer are so complex and elite t

Videography is meant to be something with the camera and is not advised through distance mode.
The above things cannot be imparted through distance mode and that's is why it is not advised to have a course in acting or even anchoring through distance.
These areas of expertise are not theory subjects a

It is not worth pursuing a certificate in camera and lighting from distance learning in India or from anywhere because this 'camera' thing needs real learning which is more than the classroom. Such learnings and experiences come when the cameraman gets time to learn the nuances and advanced things a

Editing and proof-reading (text related) are practically learned skills and shall need serious observation-based studies. The real learning not really possible in distance mode in the absence of a structured contact programmes. It is advised that some regular learning plan should assist in the dista

It is not worth doing any course which needs professional competence which is developed by personal contact with the institution and in regular classes.
There are many aspects of media-related courses and it should be clear to us that distance learning cannot develop the level of skills and competenc

No, in distance education there is no need for entrance exam.