What Students Say
Likes
- The class composition was excellent and brought together a diverse group of students with different perspectives and experiences. While there were significantly more female students than male students—the ratio was approximately 9 girls to 3 boys—the learning environment remained engaging and collaborative. The varied viewpoints and insightful contributions from classmates made discussions interesting and enriched the overall learning experience.
- What was taught throughout the course was truly exceptional. The faculty consistently challenged us to perform at a level that often exceeded the expectations of a typical newsroom environment. Their high standards pushed us to continuously improve our skills, think critically, and strive for excellence. As students, we embraced those challenges and worked hard to make the most of every opportunity and learning experience available to us. The demanding yet rewarding environment played a significant role in our professional growth and preparation for the journalism industry.
- What made the experience even more impressive was the faculty itself. The people teaching us were one of the program's greatest strengths. We had the privilege of learning from respected professionals such as Niranjan Sir, Shawan Sir, Abhishek Sir, and Arnab Sir. It was remarkable to be taught by individuals with such extensive industry experience and expertise. Their guidance, insights, and real-world perspectives added immense value to the course and helped bridge the gap between classroom learning and the realities of the journalism industry.
Dislikes
- The class had a noticeable gender imbalance, with significantly more female students than male students. At times, this contributed to the formation of smaller groups and made the class feel somewhat fragmented. However, I do not believe this was intentional on the institution's part. Despite these challenges, the diverse perspectives within the class often led to interesting discussions and learning opportunities.
Course Curriculum Overview
Well, it's highly relevant if you want to become a journalist. No other news channel gives you opportunities to work on projects like these. I firmly believe that sometimes you need to push people to help them perform at their best. As for suggestions, I would recommend that the Dean be a little more open to criticism. Doing so would help build a stronger and more effective team over time. I would also suggest not rushing through the course content, as allowing more time for learning and practical application would greatly benefit the students.
Fees and Financial Aid
The detailed fee structure was 6,00,000 for 11 months. The breakup included:- 1. ?1,50,000 at the time of of the interview being completed. 2. ?2,50,000 at the time the course started 3. ?2,50,000 at the end of the first semester
Campus Life
The infrastructure was amazing—something straight out of a magazine. The campus features an excellent cafeteria with good food and a welcoming atmosphere. The people are friendly and engaging, which adds to the overall experience. There are also many festivals and events throughout the year, as students and staff are highly passionate about celebrating special occasions. This creates a vibrant and lively campus environment.
Admission
Well, this is the only college that teaches journalism. What more could you ask for? I mean, it's the best place if you want to become a journalist because they provide some of the best hands-on broadcast training in the field.
Faculty
When it comes to the course structure, there are three key phases that align with the three semesters: First Semester: This is a relatively relaxed, learning-focused semester where you are introduced to the fundamentals of broadcast journalism and newsroom practices. Second Semester: This semester encourages you to think more critically while gaining hands-on experience with the software and hardware used in newsrooms. You also deepen your understanding of various aspects of journalism and broadcasting. Third Semester: The final semester is entirely internship-based. By this stage, the faculty believes you are ready to work in a professional newsroom environment. Your assignments, reports, and contributions may even be broadcast live on television. That essentially summarizes the three semesters. As for examinations, assessments are conducted in all three semesters and are based on the knowledge and practical skills acquired throughout the course. Most exams focus on news packages, video production, reporting, and editing, so developing strong technical and storytelling skills is important. There are three semester-end examinations in total, and if you are genuinely passionate about journalism, you should find them both manageable and rewarding.
Night Life
The nightlife and social life are quite limited, so it's best to be prepared for that. Journalism is a demanding profession, much like medicine or law enforcement, where the work often extends beyond standard working hours. As a result, personal time can be limited, and days off are usually determined by your employer's schedule rather than a fixed routine. If you're passionate about journalism, adapting to this lifestyle is simply part of the profession.
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