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BAMC (BA in Media & Communication)

Programme Overview
Programme Overview
Programme Overview

Programme Overview

BA Media and Communication is an undergraduate course offered at Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies for students interested in storytelling, media, and making a difference in the digital world. It's a future-oriented course that tries to stay in tune with the rapid changes happening in the global media and communication industry.

The beauty of the BA Media and Communication course is the perfect mix of theory and practice. Students learn the theory but go on to apply it via newspaper, advertising, digital media, PR, and corporate communication projects. The curriculum is designed as per the actual industry demand of India and abroad.

Students gain exposure to newer fields like social media strategies, content creation, and visual storytelling. It builds their portfolios and equips them with practical skills needed to have a competitive edge in the job market-ahead of graduation.

The driving factor behind BA Media and Communication is learning by doing. Internships, media labs, newsroom simulations, and mentorship from experienced professionals keep students engaged in the media world. They help students learn how to think critically, ethically report, communicate, and lead confidently—skills that every media professional needs today.

Duration:  4 yrs. (8 Semesters)

Key Educational Benefit

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

41,000+

Alumni Imprints Globally

2800+

Published Research Papers

600+

MNC's & Indian Corporate Recruit

250+

Patents (Filed/Granted)

120+

Global Academic Collaborations

80+

Alumni & In-Campus Startups

60+

Countries with Footprints

60 LPA

Highest CTC Offered

Eligibility

Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination from a recognised board.

Minimum Aggregate Required

A minimum of 45% aggregate marks in qualifying examinations.

Nationality

Open to students of all nationalities.

Selection Criteria

  • Admission is based on MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test) performance.
  • JEE (Main) scores may also be considered for merit-based selection.

Scholarships

Students may avail scholarships under the following schemes:

  • ‘Utkarsh’ and ‘Uttam’ based on MRNAT or academic performance.
  • Fee waivers for wards of MREI employees, alumni, and siblings.
  • Scholarships for outstanding achievements in sports.
Scholarship

Programme Highlights

Curriculum Syllabus Matching Industrial Requirements: Curriculum content is updated regularly to keep pace with developments in journalism, new media, and communication.

Hands-on Practical Training: Availability of TV studios, FM radio, video editing facilities, and mobile production units.

Multiple Internship Opportunities: Internships for students who qualify academically.

Experienced Faculty: Professionals from media organizations, PR firms, advertising agencies, and online news bureaus.

Knowledge Partnerships: Partnerships with recognized organizations like Jagran New Media and Sony for guest lectures and real-life mentorship.

Flexible Electives: Opportunities to pick from a variety of domain-specific and interdisciplinary electives.

Global Outlook: Global collaborations with institutions like Victoria University (New Zealand) provide academic exposure.

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Internship & Placement Opportunities 

Internships at Manav Rachna are no mere formality—part and parcel of the BAMC experience. The department provides guided internships and placement assistance, exposing students to real on-the-job experience with the best media houses and agencies.

Key internship partners are:

  • Jagran News Media
  • Zee News
  • NDTV
  • Adfactors PR
  • Avian We
  • Sportskeeda
  • Ishq FM

A Placement Cell dedicated to the task helps in resume creation, mock interviews, portfolio building, and employer connections—helping each eligible student get a head start toward seamless industry integration.

Graduates of the BAMC programme have secured placements and internships with some of the most recognised names in media, public relations, advertising, and digital content creation:

News & Digital Media

  • Jagran News Media
  • Brut India
  • First Post
  • Times of India
  • Economic Times
  • NDTV
  • Zee News
  • Aaj Tak
  • IANS
  • Sportskeeda
  • Ishq FM

Public Relations & Advertising

  • Adfactors PR
  • Avian We
  • Havas Media
  • Leo Burnett
  • MSL
  • Indigo Airlines

These partnerships ensure that students gain practical experience and job opportunities across multiple sectors of the media landscape.

Why Pursue This Programme

With a time where real-time information, economy based on content, and digital upending are dominant, studying for a BA in Media & Communication at Manav Rachna University offers unlimited possibilities. The curriculum has been built to prepare oneself for a dynamically changing media world where storytelling, visualization, and strategic messaging create the pivot point of every single business.

What sets this program apart is the impeccable blend of theoretical learning and practical on-the-ground exposure. With well-equipped professional media labs, editing suites, a radio station, and TV studio at their disposal, students are provided with an imitation of real-life scenarios right from the initial stages itself. Guest lectures, workshops, and industry mentorship ensure that the learning transcends the book and enters boardrooms, studios, and the virtual space.

Further, the curriculum is supported by various specialisations—Digital Journalism, Digital Marketing Communication, and Media Production—affording students with the option of building career tracks with a thrust. The ensured internship model as well as the global academic alliances make this program future-proofed and highly competitive.

Regardless of the career or way you wish to go - journalist, content creator, digital marketer, PR strategist, or media entrepreneur - this program prepares you with the skills, the confidence, and the exposure to succeed in different communications careers in any field.

Fee Details for BAMC (BA in Media & Communication)

  • Course Level

    Course Fee (Annual): INR 1,79,500 US $ 3300

  • Duration

    Duration: 3 Years

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Modes of Payment

  • Online Payment: Via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI through the university's official payment portal.
  • Bank Transfer: NEFT/RTGS to the university’s designated bank account.
  • Demand Draft (DD): In favor of “Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies”, payable at Faridabad/New Delhi
  • Cash Payment: At the Accounts Office on campus (subject to limits as per government regulations).
  • Education Loan: Through tie-ups with banks like PNB, SBI, HDFC, and ICICI, offering easy financing options.

Residential Facilities & Transport

We at Manav Rachna offer generous residential facilities and convenient transportation services so that each student, including those studying Manav Rachna, gets to enjoy a safe, comfortable, and fulfilling campus life.

Residential Services

MREI provides on-campus and off-campus hostel facilities for boys and girls with various types of rooms. Students can choose single, double, and triple rooms as per their preference.

Key Points

Room Types: The hostels offer different types of rooms to suit different budgets and preferences:

  • Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms
  • Single-seater, two-seater, three-seater, and five-seater rooms
  • The rooms can be equipped with attached or common toilets as per the choice of room category.

Fee Structure: The hostel fee is to be paid on the basis of the room category chosen by the student and it can be paid through DD (Demand Draft) or in cash.

Additional Facilities:

  • Medical services and medical insurance to keep the students fit.
  • Library facilities for access to study materials and academic inputs.
  • Laundry facilities as included in the hostel fees, to ease the life of students.

Mess Plan

At Manav Rachna, we offer world-class sports facilities to keep our students fit and active. Our facilities comprise a range of outdoor and indoor games, including:

Sports

Mess plan also comes as part of hostel fee. Healthy food is served through the mess considering the multicultural requirements of different food habits for the students. By providing choices involving vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian options, healthy lifestyle is available for the students enabling them to pursue their studies focusing on programs with full seriousness.

  • Basketball, volleyball, cricket, soccer, chess, and carom among others.

Notable facilities include:

  • A 25m shooting range and a 10m air-conditioned indoor shooting range with Olympic-standard SIUS Ascor electronic targets.
  • Indoor badminton and table tennis stadia with synthetic courts in association with Yonex and Stag.
  • A Semi-Olympic pool for swimming and a Soccer Academy for students who have sporting interest and passion.
  • A Sports Fitness Centre to service psychological, physiotherapy, and other aspects of health for students.

The facilities enable students to pursue physical exercises that complement their academic development.

Laundry

Laundry facilities are available at an extra fee in the hostel fees. This saves students from worrying about laundry, so they can focus on their studies, and also allows their clothes to remain properly cleaned.

Parking

There is a vast parking space facility available for students who commute using their own means of transport. It is provided to cater to the requirements of students, so that their travel will be easy and hassle-free.

Transport

Our well-maintained transport facility offers a stress-free, secure, and safe journey for students from Delhi and Gurugram. The GPS-located, contemporary fleet of buses is operated by professionally trained personnel, with onboard support staff to assist students. Our emphasis is on reliability, safety, and convenience, ensuring unproblematic travel to and from the campus.

How to Apply for BAMC (BA in Media & Communication)

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

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    Appear for MRNAT or Submit JEE Score

Step 1 - Go to the Official Website

Log in to www.manavrachna.edu.in and click on the Admissions link.

Step 2 - Complete the Online Application Form

Click on "Apply Now," generate your login credentials, and fill out the form with your personal, educational, and contact information.

Step 3 - Upload Mandatory Documents

  • Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents, such as:
  • Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
  • Aadhaar card
  • Passport-size photos

Step 4 - Pay the Application Fee

Fill in the application by paying online using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.

Step 5 - Appear for MRNAT or Submit JEE Score

Get qualified through MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test) or produce a valid JEE Main score for merit-based admission.

PO's and PSO's

Program Outcomes (PO's)

PO1

Disciplinary Knowledge

Apply media specific theoretical knowledge in a professional media environment.

PO2

Understanding the Role of Media

Recognizing and appreciating the vital role of the press in a democratic society while fostering sensitivity to the diverse cultural and social values of the nation. 

PO3

Professional Skills

Showcase proficiency in creating content across audio, video, text, and graphic formats.

PO4

Technical Efficiency

Utilize appropriate tools and techniques to access, comprehend, and produce content across various media domains.

PO5

Critical Thinking

Practice critical thinking and reflective analytical abilities in validating and analyzing information and processing the same.

PO6

Research Proficiency

Develop the skills and expertise to generate new knowledge using appropriate research methodologies and tools.

PO7

Professional Ethics

To be culturally sensitive and be aware of the ethical requirements and appropriate conduct of media professionals and display the same while carrying their work with honesty and integrity. 

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO's) 

Content Creation Skills: 
Acquire the ability to conceptualize, design, and produce compelling content tailored for different audiences and various media platforms.

Investigation and Enquiry:
Ability to investigate, collect and process information from a range of primary and secondary sources.

Interdisciplinary Approach:
Ability to work with a diverse set of professionals representing different skill sets in a congenial manner.

Strategic Communication Excellence:
Cultivate the ability to design and execute communication strategies that effectively address audience needs, brand goals, and market trends.

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