The MA Communication and Media Studies program, offered by the Department of Communication and Media Studies, follows an outcome-based learning approach, equipping students with a diverse skill set essential for excelling in journalism, mass media, public relations, new media, event management, film, advertising, and more. The program offers a balanced mix of theory and hands-on training, ensuring graduates gain industry-relevant expertise and practical experience.
Why Choose Us?
✅ Industry-Focused Curriculum – Research projects, internships, and industrial visits.
✅ Expert Faculty – Led by experienced media professionals and academics.
✅ State-of-the-Art Facilities – Modern audio-visual studio, smart classrooms, and production labs.
✅ Practical Exposure – Hands-on training in print, digital, audio, and visual media.
✅ Industry & Global Exposure – Regular guest lectures, internships in top media firms, and participation in international film festivals.
✅ Innovative Courses – Includes Film Curation, Digital Media Marketing, Mobile Journalism, Event Management, and more.
✅ Career Support – NET coaching, flipped classroom learning, and strong placement opportunities.
With a focus on creativity, practical skills, and industry readiness, we prepare students to thrive in the dynamic media landscape.
Consistent Academic Excellence – Proven through merits in competitive examinations and high placement rates.
Rich Academic Contributions – Published seven books relevant to media studies between 2017-2022.
Recognized Research Initiatives – Received RUSA funding in 2021 for research on Religious Harmony in Kerala.
National Recognition – Ranked 28th among the top private mass communication colleges in India by Outlook magazine.
Industry Engagement – Faculty and students actively participate in the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK).
Strong Media Collaborations – Partnered with leading media houses and institutions for internships, projects, and research.
Award-Winning Student Projects – Students have received national and international accolades for short films, documentaries, and media productions.
Global Exposure – Students and faculty have presented research papers at international conferences on communication and media studies.
Innovative Learning Initiatives – Pioneered flipped classroom methods and digital media workshops for experiential learning.
Alumni Success – Graduates hold key positions in top media organizations, advertising agencies, PR firms, and academia.
The aspirants to the MA in Communication and Media Studies (MCMS) programme are required to possess any Bachelor’s degree from Mahatma Gandhi University or its equivalent approved by the same university with an aggregate of 50% marks (or CGPA of 2). The SC/ST/SEBC/OEC candidates shall be awarded a relaxation in the minimum marks required as per the rules of the Government of Kerala
Procedure
The candidates will be called for an entrance examination and a personal Interview having equal weightage of 50 marks each. A merit list would be prepared based on this.
Instructions
The aspirant has to submit an online application through the college website along with the application fee
Candidates applying under management/community quota have to download an additional form after registration which has to be filled and submitted to the college office.
The certificates required for the application must be uploaded.
Candidates awaiting the results of the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply. However, the admission process will be completed only after the submission of the result of the qualifying examination.
Candidates admitted to the MCMS programme under Credit and Semester System (CSS) shall be required to have passed any undergraduate Degree Examination of any recognized University or authority by the Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam as equivalent thereto with a minimum of 50% marks/CGPA score of 1.80 or equivalent grade.
