Introduction
MASCOM aims at providing state-of-the-art training to young graduates
aspiring for a career in print journalism. The seventh 10-month
course will begin in July 2008 and end in May 2009. Classes and practicals
are held on MASCOM’s premises in Kottayam. This is a hands-on
course, with the emphasis on practical training. Students are given a
well -rounded education in journalism and the important issues of the
day and provided with advanced skills in reporting and writing for the
print medium. Students are also exposed to the state-of-the-art printing
technology and communication systems employed at Malayala
Manorama and receive ample opportunities to interact with leading
academic, political and media personalities.
The Course
MASCOM offers a full-time course in print journalism, leading to the
award of Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism.
The course is organised in three trimesters, each of 12 weeks duration.
In addition, students will serve a three-week internship after the third
trimester and undertake at least two fi eld trips during the course.
The Course at a Glance
- Nature: Full-time
- Specialty: Print media
- Duration: 10 months (3 trimesters)
- Enrolment: 30
- Diploma offered: Post Graduate Diploma
- Prerequisite: Graduates
- Medium of instruction: English
- Course Fee: Rs. 75,000/-
- Mode of Selection : Written test and interview
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Begins: July 2008
Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction will be English. However a limited number
of seats will be available for students who are also proficient in Malayalam
and intend to pursue a career in Malayalam journalism.
Starting Date
The 2008- 2009 academic year will begin in July 2008.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants to the course must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any disciplinefrom a recognised university.
Students who have appeared in their fi nal examination may also apply.
However, they will have to furnish adequate proof of graduation for
their admission to be regularised.
SELECTION
Candidates aspiring to join the course are expected to have a good
academic record, a keen interest in current affairs and politics, a deep
commitment to journalism as a career, and sound writing skills. Admission
will be on the basis of a candidate’s performance in a written test
and an inteview.
COURSE FEE AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE
The total fee for the course is Rs. 75,000, of which Rs. 15,000 shall bepaid to secure admission and Rs. 30,000 in the first week of the second
and third trimesters.
As MASCOM is dedicated to the task of attracting the best studentsinto journalism, students who qualify for admission may seek financial
assistance from MASCOM on the basis of merit and means. |
