BJMC
BJMC full form is Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication. BJMC course is a 3-year undergraduate degree in the field of journalism and media. The course is divided into 6 semesters. BJMC course teaches the gathering, transmission and dissemination of news to the masses.
A career in journalism and mass communication is a highly lucrative opportunity in India, because the Media and Entertainment industry is expected to grow at 13.5% between 2014-2024. India is the second largest consumer of newspapers in the world with over 240 million newspapers circulation daily, and with 400 News Channels, there are huge BJMC Job opportunities for graduates in the future.
Candidates need to secure a minimum score of 50% in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized university/board. In some cases, the candidates are required to appear for the entrance examination for BJMC admission.
BJMC Course Details
The BJMC admissions are done either on the basis of merit or entrance examination.
Entrance examinations such as IPU CET, IIMC, DUET etc are conducted by universities and Institutes to carry out admissions in BJMC course.
The top BJMC colleges offering BJMC courses are
- Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University,
- Mewar University,
- Indira Gandhi National Tribal University,
- National Institute of Mass Communication and Journalism, etc.
The average cost of the course ranges between INR 50,000-INR 300,000
Working professionals who wish to pursue a career in journalism and mass communication can opt for the Distance BJMC course.
Candidates after completion of the BJMC course are hired in the different job roles of the media and entertainment industry.
According to a report by the Times of India, the average BJMC salary ranges between INR 300,000-INR 400,000.
The top BJMC job profiles are News Analyst, Radio Jockey, Photojournalist, Journalist, and many more
BJMC Admission Process
The BJMC admissions are done on the basis of either merit list or through entrance examination. In some cases, the concerned universities or institutions take a subsequent group discussion or personal interview after the completion of the entrance examination. The following are the entire details of the BJMC admission process.
BJMC Eligibility
The eligibility criteria for the BJMC admission varies slightly from one college to another, however, the basic eligibility criteria remain the same for all the institutions:
The candidates are required to score a minimum aggregate 50% score in 10+2 from a recognized board or university. In the case of admission for the reserved categories the candidates are offered a relaxation of 5%.
The age of the aspirant should be 17 years or above.
The candidates appearing for the final examination are also eligible to apply for the courses.
Here are some of the standout eligibility criteria of some of the colleges offering the BJMC courses are
IMS Ghaziabad requires the candidates to submit a gap certificate if there is a gap between class 11 and 12.
In case of admission to the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, the candidates of the reserved categories have to produce reservation certificates from the government of Gujarat. Similarly, candidates working in any sector, full time or part time are not eligible to apply for the course.
Eligibility for BJMC
The BJMC admissions are done either on the basis of the entrance examination or merit list. The entrance examinations are conducted by national agencies or individual universities. The admission process has been postponed owing to the second wave of covid -19. The admission would start in full steam once the board marks are declared.
The following are the main points that must be kept in mind by the aspirants before applying for the BJMC Course:
- Candidates must visit the official website of the universities where they want to take admission and check the eligibility criteria and the entrance exam details.
- Candidates need to submit their details in the application form like the scorecard of secondary and higher secondary class, caste certificate if availing for reserved seats, scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed dimension, thumb impressions(if asked), and alike relevant details.
- The candidates have to either appear for the Entrance exams or wait for the merit list to be released by the colleges or the universities.
- Once the entrance examination is done, the agency or the university would release the merit list of qualified candidates.
- The candidates may have to sit for another round of group discussion or personal interviews.
- If they qualify then they can complete the admission process by paying the admission fees.