Mass Communication & Media

Dr. Ambedkar Government Arts College: Offers a B.Sc. in Visual Communication. 

Government College of Fine Arts: Located in Periyamedu, Chennai. 

Tamil Nadu Open University: Offers a Visual Communication course. 

PSG College of Arts and Science: A government-aided college offering a Visual Communication program. 

Government Arts and Science College, Sathyamangalam: Also offers a Visual Communication degree.

Madurai Kamaraj University: Offers Visual Communication courses. 

The monthly salary of a journalist depends on various factors such as the experience of the candidate, the organisation where they are working, their skills, etc. The maximum average salary package for a journalist is INR 6-7 Lacs per annum for the initial couple of years. However, it's important to note that this figure is an average and may vary based on factors such as location, experience, and specific job roles.

Yes, candidates appearing for final year bachelor's degree examinations can apply if they complete all degree requirements by September 30 of the admission year. The minimum aggregate required is 50%. Such aspirants must also hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission.

The top employers for students graduating from Advertising and Public Relations department are as follows:

• Cork + Knife Communications
• Havas Media Group
• McNeil Gray & Rice
• Prosek Partners
• Purple

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.

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.

Yes, it is a high-paying job but only after you have experience of say 10-15 years or more. This is when you become a senior journalist with a reputation attached to your name. At the start, fresh joiners earn a salary of approximately INR 3-5 Lacs per annum for the initial 1-2 years Many famous journalists in India earn around INR 3-4 crores as part of their salary package apart from various other perks like accommodation, chauffeured driven vehicles, shares of the company, and much more.

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.

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.

Pursuing journalism courses after class 12th is the best time to build career as a journalist. It can give you more career opportunities and help make a good career growth.  Besides, many companies want to hire young and fresh mind.