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4 months agoBeginner-Level 5
To become a journalist, the general qualification required is a bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, such as communication or English.
In addition to a degree, employers require journalists to have strong writing and communication skills, as well as the ability to work well under deadlines and handle multiple tasks. Some employers may also require a portfolio of writing samples or a demo reel of video work.
It's important to note that the specific qualifications for journalists can vary depending on the employer and the type of journalism being done. For example, a reporter for a local newspaper may have different qualific
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4 months agoBeginner-Level 5
First of all it is about the interest and the zeal to make a career in journalism. The first eligibility criterion is your own “will” to pursue a course in journalism. Once you have figured out and are serious about making a career in journalism, the next step is meeting the minimum educational qualification which is 10+2 to appear in any mass communication entrance exams conducted by the Indian Institute of Mass Communication or the Jamila Milia Islamia or the Delhi University etc. Students who qualify in any of these entrance exams are eligible to pursue a course in journalism.
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4 months agoBeginner-Level 5
The minimum eligibility criteria required to appear in any journalism course is 10+2. Many mass media colleges or institutes ask for a 10+2 qualification certificate during the admission process. As far as the age is concerned it ranges around 17-18 years which is the common age for students who are in their 12th. Students who are in their 10th and want to pursue a course in Journalism are suggested to qualify 12th. Although there are a lot of Diploma courses available, but having a degree in journalism gives an upper hand as compared to a Diploma course. Short-term Diploma courses can be pursued after completing graduation.
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4 months agoBeginner-Level 5
To join journalism after 12th it is best to start with the basics, that is appear for the mass communication entrance exams after successfully qualifying the 10+2. Major media institutions conduct their entrance exam such as the IIMC, JMI, etc. Appear in these exams and crack them. Once you crack any of these exams, you will be eligible to appear in their counselling process from where you can choose a course as per your interest and rank. Get enrolled in the course to start your journalism studies.
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4 months agoBeginner-Level 5
Many colleges offer journalism courses after 12th, it depends upon which one you want to go with - government colleges or private colleges. Here are some of the best colleges for both:
- Government Colleges such as the IIMC, AJK Mass Communication Research Centre (Jamia Milia Islamia), IGNOU Delhi (For Distance Learning), etc.
- Private Colleges such as St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, Madras Christian College, Chennai, St. Paul's College, Bengaluru, Amity School of Communication, Noida, SJC, Bengaluru, St. Xavier's College, Kolkata etc.
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