M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication 

at Central University of Odisha, Orissa - Other

The Central University of Orissa offers a Master of Arts (MA) programme in Oriya and English. The eligibility criteria for these programs are as follows 

1. For MA in Oriya: A candidate must have a graduate degree with Oriya (Hons.) or Oriya as a subject at the graduation level with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate for General and OBC category students and 40% marks in aggregate for SC, ST & PH candidates.

2. For MA in English: A candidate must have a graduate degree with English (Hons.) or English as a subject at the graduation level with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate for General and OBC category students and 40% marks in aggregate for SC, ST & PH candidates.             

The median package offered to MA students during Central University of Orissa (CUO) placements 2023 was INR 5.5 LPA. This is an increase of 12% from the previous year.

The highest package offered to an MA student in 2023 was INR 7 LPA. The average package offered to MA students in 2023 was INR 6 LPA.

The following table shows the median package offered to MA students at CUO in the past few years:

The placement rate for MA students at CUO in 2023 was 85%. This is a slight increase from the previous year.

Some of the companies that recruited MA students from CUO in 2023 include:

• Deloitte
• EY
• KPMG
• PwC
• Accenture
• Capgemini
• Cognizant
• IBM
• Infosys
• TCS
• Wipro

 The Annual fees for MA programmes at Central University of Orissa is about Rs. 6000 everything included.

The fees for MA programs are as follows:

• Registration Fee: Rs. 230
• Tuition Fee for M.A. Programmes: Rs. 450 per semester
• Caution money for Laboratory (Refundable): Rs. 1000
• University Magazine Fee: Rs. 60
• Corpus Fund: Rs. 1000
• Library Fee: Rs. 350
• Sports Fee: Rs. 200
• Medical Fee: Rs. 50
• Examination Fee: Rs. 750
• Grade sheet Fee: Rs. 120
• Students’ Welfare Fund: Rs. 100
• Transport Fee: Rs. 500
• Internet Fee: Rs. 350
• Group Insurance: Rs. 500

It is important to note that these fees are subject to change and may vary depending on the program and academic year.

Comparision between these two answers is a bit difficult but here are some opints that might help:

1. NOU Orissa has a Training and Placement Cell that arranges training and placements for students, while Central University of Orissa does not have a placement cell so i would say NOU Orissa is a better option.

2. Both universities offer an MA in Odia, and both are approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and have a grade of 'B+' from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

No, B.Sc at Central University of Orissa is not better than Berhampur University, Odisha. Both colleges provide good B.Sc. programmes, each with advantages and disadvantages of their own. Compared to CUO, BU may offer fewer alternatives for B.Sc. specialisations, but it does provide well-known programmes in physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology. Strong research backgrounds and extensive expertise are among the professors at BU, especially in the well-established scientific fields.

BU offers career support services and an extensive alumni network, which may improve placement possibilities in traditional Science professions. Although the costs can be a little higher, there might be more scholarship opportunities. BU offers a more expansive campus, a thriving student body, and a wide range of extracurricular activities.

The Central University of Orissa charges about INR 44,000 in tuition for a B.Sc. programme. There will be additional costs for the students, such as registration, library, exam, and hostel expenses. For deserving students and those in need of financial assistance, CUO provides a range of scholarships and financial aid opportunities.These can cut the total cost of education considerably.

Visit the official CUO website to get the most accurate and current pricing information for your particular B.Sc. specialisation and residency status. Download the most recent admissions brochure to learn everything there is to know about costs, scholarships, and accommodations.For any additional inquiries or clarifications, get in touch with the CUO admissions office by phone or email.

No, for Joining Central University of Orissa one should clear CUET (Common University Entrance Test).

It's an online entrance test that's used for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs at many universities. The National Testing Agency (NTA) administers the CUET.

The selection of candidates is based on a merit list that considers an applicant's performance in the qualifying exam and entrance exam.

The total tuition fee for CUO Odisha BSc ranges between INR 4,800 and INR 49,600. Candidates need to pay course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the university. Below is fee breakup for Central University of Odisha BSc:

The Central University of Odisha offers placement assistance to students. The Central University of Odisha is visited by top companies for placements. The university is accredited by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). The Central University of Orissa offers various facilities to students, such as hostels, a central library, and others. Central University Bhubaneswar has experienced faculty members. The faculty are PhD, diploma, and degree holders. The faculty motivates students to work on their knowledge and skills.