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BA ( Honours)- Communication and Media

The BA Honours in Communication and Media is a skill-based program covering 32 papers over three years. The course has been designed to introduce the students to the various areas in the Communication/media space, including design, literature, film and photography studies and creative writing. They will also be exposed to media theories and law which will help them graduate the course with an in-depth understanding of media, along with literature.
Learning in this course is not limited to the four walls of a classroom; most learning happens through group projects and field work. Students are sent out to interview experts and conduct field research and are constantly mentored by teachers with wide experience in their fields. We strongly believe in bringing guest faculty for as many modules as we can, so as to provide maximum exposure to all fields.
Students will graduate with an Honours degree in Communication and Media, which equips them with skills for sectors ranging from filmmaking to science communication, from creative writing to research. Many of our students have had networking opportunities through projects and internships, during the course itself. Our alumni have gone on to become illustrators, product photographers as well as radio professionals, among others.
Students who opt for this program will study under the Department of Communication Studies and will take an interdisciplinary approach to the field of communication.

 

Head of Department

Ms. Sharon Lopez
M.A., M.Phil., NET, PGDCRL

Vision

To generate strategies of creative expression, creative thought and accommodate the pursuit of knowledge.

Mission

The department works towards creating skilled creative media professionals who have the ability to think critically and pursue ethical action.

The syllabus is designed to focus on

Writing Skills
  • Enhancing language skills in English
  • Understanding styles as a practitioner of literature
  • Experimenting with composition
  • Writing for Media
Corporate Skills
  • Business & Corporate Communication
  • Management Skills
Building Critical Theory
  • Getting introduced to various Media
  • Getting some technical skills related to the Media
  • Media production
Media
  • Introducing theories of Culture
  • Introducing theories of Media
  • Development of Communication
  • Research Methods, including Media research
Speaking skills
  • Listening and speaking comprehension
  • Group discussions
  • Speaking for radio and television
  • Presentation skills

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must fulfill the following to apply for this course:
  • Passed Std XII/ PUC or equivalent school leaving examinations
  • Proficient in the English language
  • Have an interest in current affairs and the Media
  • Have the ability to work hard and with consistency
  • Have a creative bent of mind

TESTING AND EVALUATION

Note: All applicants to Communication Studies (Honours) have to appear for a common entrance test.
The entrance test is designed to check the aptitude of a student. The test checks knowledge of current affairs, basic grammar, general knowledge, and Media interest. Total number of seats: 30 Note:
  • All admissions into the Honours course is through this entrance test alone.
  • The test center is only at Mount Carmel College, Bangalore. On-line testing facilities have not been activated.
  • No recommendations will be entertained outside of the results of this test.

COURSE GRID FOR DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC PROGRAMME B.A HONS IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES UNDER NEP 2020

Run since 2015 as a 3 year Hons Programme under CBCS with approval from
Bangalore University (University Notification dated 28-04-2014/30-07-2015)

 

Semester ISemester II
DSC-1 Functional Writing (4)DSC-4 Introduction to Journalistic Skills (4)
DSC-2 Creative Writing (4)DSC-5 Readings & Approaches (4)
DSC-3 Narrative Techniques (4)DSC-6 Theatre & Communication (4)
OE-1 Introduction to Graphic Design (3)OE-2 Introduction to Information Design (3)
Exit option with Certificate in Communications (48 Credits)
Semester IIISemester IV
DSC-7 Writing for Radio (4)DCS-10 Writing, Through Social Media (4)
DSC-8 Journalism across Media (4)DSC-11 Writing for Advertising & PR (4)
DSC 9 Perspectives in Indian Art (4)DSC-12 Intro to Media Studies (4)
OE-3 Film Appreciation (3)OE-4 Introduction to the Philosophy of Science (3)
Exit option with Diploma in Communications (96 Credits)
Semester VSemester VI
DSC-13 Writing for Television & Broadcast Journalism (4)DSC-16 Digital Content Strategy (4)
DSC-14 Film Making (4)DSC-17 Contemporary India (4)
DSC-15 Texts & Contexts (4)DSC 18 Indian Literature (4)
DSE-1 A. Elements of Narrative Cinema (3)
DSE-1 B. History and Practice of Documentary Films (3)		DSE 2 A. Short Film Production (3)
DSE 2 B. Documentary Production (3)
Vocational 1- Introduction to Economics (3)Vocational 2- Marketing Communication (3)
Internship - 1 (2)Internship - 2 (2)
Exit option with Bachelor of Communication Studies Degree (140 Credits)
Semester VIISemester VIII
DSC-19 Intro to Cultural Studies (4)DSC-22 Media & Law (3)
DSC-20 Science Communication (4)DSC-23 Portfolio of Writing (3)
DSC-21 Advanced Creative Writing (4)DSC-24 Communication & Development (3)
DSE 3 A. Web Design (3)
DSE 4 B Web Development (3)		DSE 4 A. Moot Court (3)
DSE 4 B Solutions Journalism(3)
Vocational 3: EDP (3)Vocational 4: Media Management
Research Methodology (3)Research project (6)
Award of Bachelor of Communication Studies Honours Degree (180 Credits)

 

Apart from the ones above, you will also have Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC) in Page Design (2), Sound Design (2) , Applied Economics (2) and Film Editing Software (2).

Career

Our goal is to prepare students for future career options in:

  • Writing for the Media
  • Professional Creative Writing
  • Media Production
  • Web Content Development
  • Management: Media Management, and Production Management
  • Corporate Communications, including HR & PR.

Highlights

In our programme, students learn:

  • Print
  • Radio
  • Design
  • TV And Film
  • Media And Law
  • Cultural Studies
  • Research Methods
  • Corporate Communications
  • Developmental Communications
  • Marketing Communications
  • To cater to the requirements of the industry while also enabling critical thinking and creative expression.
  • To train in writing for different media and equip students with the necessary technical skills to produce content for different media channels.
  • To fine-tune reading, research and analytical skills.
  • To understand contemporary Indian socio/economic/political/cultural contexts and integrate this analysis into producing work.
For further information, write to sharonlopez@mccblr.edu.in

2013- 2014

  • One-day State Level Seminar of Empowerment of Women, “Shakti” on 17th February, 2014.
  • Corporate Mela – Bridging the Industry – Academia Divide.

Placement Policy & Guidelines for Students

The Placement Policy is applicable to all students registered with the Placement Cell of Mount Carmel College, Autonomous, and is to be followed during their entire tenure at the college.

  1. The Placement Officer & the Placement Coordinator are the facilitators and counsellors for placement related activities and will be responsible for all concerned activities & functioning of the Placement Cell.
  2. The Student Placement Committee will be assisting the Placement Officer & the Placement Coordinator in all activities related to placements.
  3. Neither the College nor the Placement Cell guarantees a job. The Placement Cell will facilitate and coordinate the placement activities on campus including bringing in companies, coordinating the recruitment drives, organizing recruitment training and other related activities leading to the successful placements of the deserving students.
  4. Applying for a company, getting recruited, joining a company is entirely the responsibility/decision of the student concerned.
  5. Opting to register for placements is completely the choice of the students. As some would want to pursue higher studies or other opportunities, such students can refrain from registering with the Placement Cell.
  6. Students are required to check the ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA for registering with the Placement Cell before registering.
  7. All final year students with an aggregate score of 60% and above and with NO ACTIVE BACKLOGS are eligible to register for placements.
  8. All registered students are required to MANDATORILY attend the recruitment training conducted by the Placement Cell and meet the necessary threshold of 75% attendance and 80% completion of the practice tests & assessments to qualify for applying to the cos. Failing to qualify may result in re-training of the student at an additional cost which is to be borne at actuals by the concerned student.
  9. The Placement Cell will notify all the registered students about the upcoming recruitment drives through mails and Whatsapp group notifications and not individually. The students are to be alert and keep a track of the notifications and apply as per their interest and eligibility.
  10. Once a student registers/enrolls for a particular company, she is expected to complete the entire recruitment process as relevant and required. Failing to do so, will result in the student being debarred from sitting for further recruitment drives. Exceptions will be made at the sole discretion of the Placement Cell only in genuine cases. Such cases/reasons to be formally communicated to the Placement Office over mail at least one day prior to the drive.
  11. The student has a choice not to participate in the recruitment process of a company after attending the Pre-Placement Talk. If she decides to continue, then she will be bound by the College Placement Policy to attend the rest of the recruitment process of the company as stated above.
  12. Students will not be allowed to participate in the selection process of a company for which she has missed the PPT.
  13. While the Placement Cell will do its due diligence and bring in the right companies, it is the responsibility of every student to check the company profile, eligibility, Job Profile and the Job Role before applying. The same will also be mailed and/or updated on the Notice Boards or social media groups.
    a. Ex 1- If a company requires the applicant to have an average of 70%, be well assured that you meet the criteria before applying to that company.
    b. Ex 2- If the company requires you to have NO standing arrears/backlogs at the time of attending the placement process, kindly DO NOT APPLY to the company if you do not meet this criterion.
  14. If, after being selected by a company, for some reason the student is not satisfied either with the pay, the timings, work allotted, etc during onboarding, she will need to take it up with the concerned within the company. The Placement Cell will not be able to intervene in internal matters. However, it is important that the students reach out to us in case there are major deviations from the terms mentioned by the company at the time of recruitment.
  15. A student can apply to as many companies as she wants and appear for interviews until the first job is secured. A student will be considered to have secured a job if her name appears in the final select list of a company.
  16. The Placement Office of MCC follows a strict “ONE OFFER PER STUDENT” Policy. However, if a student has been offered a job with a CTC less than or equal to INR 2 lakhs PA, she can opt to apply for ONE more company, subject to prior formal approval by the Placement Office.
  17. Once a student’s name appears in the final selects of a company, it is obligatory for the student to accept the offer. Rejecting offers is strictly not allowed. Defaulters will be required to submit a letter to the Principal along with a penalty fee which could be equivalent to one month’s salary being offered by the said company.
  18. Recruitment Process: All companies generally follow the following procedure (however they could be exceptions) –
    a. Presentation about the company & Job Profile (Pre-Placement Talk)
    b. Written Exam (Aptitude / Technical Test)
    c. Group Discussion and/or Task (Assignments)
    d. Interview (Technical/HR/Others)
    e. Verification of Documents
    f. Offer Letter
  19. Students are to strictly ensure the following for all recruitment drives:
    a. Must report on time as mentioned in the schedules
    b. Wear Business Formals for every recruitment process. Students wearing casuals during recruitment process will be sent back
    c. Always carry one folder containing resumes (2-3 copies), passport size photos, copies of mark sheets, certificates & stationery
    d. Compulsorily carry College & Govt. ID Cards
  20. Most companies require applicants to have Govt. ID – Aadhar & PAN. Hence it is advised for all students to apply for these before registering for placements.
    Students are not allowed to contact the Company / HR team directly for any reason through the recruitment process. In case of any issues or concerns, they are advised to contact their Placement Office and discuss their problems.
  21. Strict action will be taken against students found to be engaged in maligning the College or the Placement Office with the companies. Any grievances you may have, are to be brought to the notice of the of the Placement Officer for resolution.
  22. If a student makes any false claims in the Resume/Student Registration Form, her registration will be cancelled immediately and job offer if any, will be revoked.
  23. All companies conduct a thorough background check/verification. If the company finds that you have manipulated your marks / documents in any manner/or mis-represented any information, your job offer will be terminated, and your name will be blacklisted.
  24. Strict discipline needs to be followed by every student during the recruitment process. Any sort of indecent behavior/misbehavior which affects the decorum of the Placement Cell or the reputation of the College or the Company, will attract severe penalty and disqualification.
  25. Unless explicitly permitted by the companies, use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited during the recruitment process.
  26. Malpractice in all forms or marking proxies during the selection process and beyond, is strictly prohibited and those caught indulging in such activities would be debarred from the placement process. Also, note that no concessions in any form shall be made in such cases.
  27. It may happen that the campus recruitment process can stretch till late evenings. Students are required and prepared to be available accordingly. In case of off-line drives, students are to inform their parents and should arrange their own transportation.
  28. In case of virtual (online) recruitment drives, it is the responsibility of the students to ensure they have the necessary equipment (laptop/PC with functional webcam and mic) and sufficient internet bandwidth for seamless conduction of the process.
  29. Students are required to provide correct email IDs and contact numbers at the time of registration. These will be used for all communication from the Placement Cell and the recruiting companies. The onus is on the students to ensure the contact details provided are correct and up to date.
  30. Students are advised to check their mails regularly as all communication related to placements will be sent through mails.
  31. It is mandatory that once you receive an Intent Letter/Offer Letter from the Company, a copy must be submitted to the Placement Office. Failing which, the end semester examination Hall Ticket/results will be withheld.
  32. All students registered for placements will be bounded by the Attendance Policy of the College. Any exception to the above is permitted only through formal approval of the Placement Office and the respective Department Heads.

WE EXPECT OUR STUDENTS TO BE PROFESSIONAL AND UPHOLD THE VALUES OF THE COLLEGE AT ALL TIMES.

For all matters not covered in the above policy, the Placement Office will use its discretion to take appropriate decisions as and when required.

The above guidelines are to ensure a smooth process in the best interest of our students and the participating companies.