Comprehensive Course Structure for Media Studies at Adamas University Kolkata
The curriculum of our B.Tech in Media Studies is meticulously structured to ensure a progressive and comprehensive learning experience. It spans four years with a total of eight semesters, each containing core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions designed to foster both theoretical understanding and practical application.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MS101 | Introduction to Media Studies | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MS102 | Media and Society | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MS103 | Digital Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MS104 | Media History and Evolution | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MS105 | Basic Audiovisual Production | 2-0-2-2 | - |
| 1 | MS106 | Media Ethics and Integrity | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | MS201 | Content Creation Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | MS101 |
| 2 | MS202 | Digital Storytelling | 3-0-0-3 | MS101 |
| 2 | MS203 | Media Policy and Regulation | 3-0-0-3 | MS102 |
| 2 | MS204 | Audiovisual Production | 2-0-2-2 | MS105 |
| 2 | MS205 | Media Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | MS104 |
| 2 | MS206 | Introduction to Social Media Platforms | 2-0-2-2 | MS103 |
| 3 | MS301 | Data Journalism and Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | MS201 |
| 3 | MS302 | Media Ethics in the Digital Age | 3-0-0-3 | MS206 |
| 3 | MS303 | Interactive Media Design | 3-0-0-3 | MS204 |
| 3 | MS304 | Cultural Studies in Media | 3-0-0-3 | MS202 |
| 3 | MS305 | Digital Marketing and Branding | 3-0-0-3 | MS201 |
| 3 | MS306 | Media Project Management | 2-0-2-2 | MS205 |
| 4 | MS401 | Advanced Media Analytics | 3-0-0-3 | MS301 |
| 4 | MS402 | Virtual Reality and Immersive Media | 3-0-0-3 | MS303 |
| 4 | MS403 | Digital Storytelling with AI | 3-0-0-3 | MS302 |
| 4 | MS404 | Media Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | MS305 |
| 4 | MS405 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | MS306 |
| 4 | MS406 | Media Ethics and Regulation in Practice | 2-0-2-2 | MS302 |
Detailed Course Descriptions for Departmental Electives
Data Journalism and Analytics: This course equips students with the skills to analyze data sets, visualize findings, and communicate insights through compelling narratives. It covers statistical methods, database queries, and data-driven storytelling techniques essential for modern journalism.
Media Ethics in the Digital Age: Students explore ethical dilemmas specific to digital media environments, including privacy concerns, misinformation, and algorithmic bias. This course emphasizes responsible content creation and regulation of digital platforms.
Interactive Media Design: Focused on user interface and experience design principles, this elective teaches students how to create engaging interactive content using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and other web technologies.
Cultural Studies in Media: This course delves into the intersection of media representation and cultural identity, examining how media shapes perceptions and vice versa. It includes case studies from global media landscapes.
Digital Marketing and Branding: Students learn to develop and execute digital marketing strategies using tools like Google Analytics, Facebook Ads Manager, and HubSpot. The course emphasizes branding, audience targeting, and performance measurement.
Media Project Management: This elective covers the lifecycle of media projects from conception to delivery, including budgeting, timeline management, risk assessment, and stakeholder coordination.
Advanced Media Analytics: Building upon foundational analytics skills, this course introduces advanced data modeling techniques, predictive analytics, and machine learning applications in media research.
Virtual Reality and Immersive Media: Students gain hands-on experience with VR hardware and software to create immersive media experiences. The course covers storytelling techniques specific to virtual environments.
Digital Storytelling with AI: This course explores how artificial intelligence can be leveraged to enhance narrative design, automate content generation, and personalize user experiences in digital media.
Media Entrepreneurship: Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, this course covers business model development, funding strategies, startup creation, and innovation management within the media industry.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly advocates for project-based learning as a cornerstone of academic excellence. Projects are designed to simulate real-world challenges and encourage students to apply their knowledge in practical scenarios.
Mini-projects begin in the second year, allowing students to explore various aspects of media creation under faculty supervision. These projects often involve collaboration with local media organizations or community groups, providing valuable networking opportunities.
The final-year capstone project is a significant undertaking that integrates all learned skills and theories into a comprehensive, original contribution to the field. Students select topics in consultation with faculty mentors and present their findings at an annual showcase event.
Evaluation criteria for projects include creativity, technical execution, adherence to ethical standards, teamwork, and presentation quality. Faculty mentors play a crucial role in guiding students throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring they receive support and feedback at every stage.