Curriculum Overview
The Bachelor of Journalism program at Madhav University Sirohi is structured to provide a comprehensive education that blends foundational knowledge with advanced practical skills. The curriculum spans eight semesters, each designed to build upon the previous one, ensuring students develop both theoretical understanding and hands-on expertise.
Semester-Wise Course Structure
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JN101 | Introduction to Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | JN102 | Media and Society | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | JN103 | Writing for Media | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | JN104 | History of Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | JN105 | Introduction to Ethics in Media | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | SC101 | English Composition | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 2 | JN201 | Digital Storytelling | 3-0-0-3 | JN101 |
| 2 | JN202 | Investigative Reporting | 3-0-0-3 | JN101 |
| 2 | JN203 | Multimedia Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | JN101 |
| 2 | JN204 | Media Law and Regulation | 3-0-0-3 | JN101 |
| 2 | JN205 | Data Analysis for Journalists | 3-0-0-3 | JN101 |
| 2 | SC201 | Communication Theory | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 3 | JN301 | Political Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | JN201 |
| 3 | JN302 | Business Reporting | 3-0-0-3 | JN201 |
| 3 | JN303 | Science and Technology Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | JN201 |
| 3 | JN304 | International Reporting | 3-0-0-3 | JN201 |
| 3 | JN305 | Environmental Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | JN201 |
| 3 | SC301 | Social Psychology | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 4 | JN401 | Capstone Project I | 3-0-0-3 | JN301 |
| 4 | JN402 | Advanced Data Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | JN205 |
| 4 | JN403 | Public Relations and Corporate Communication | 3-0-0-3 | JN101 |
| 4 | JN404 | Media Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3-0-0-3 | JN105 |
| 4 | JN405 | Media Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | JN205 |
| 4 | SC401 | Research Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 5 | JN501 | Documentary Production | 3-0-0-3 | JN203 |
| 5 | JN502 | Podcasting and Audio Journalism | 3-0-0-3 | JN103 |
| 5 | JN503 | Editorial Leadership | 3-0-0-3 | JN401 |
| 5 | JN504 | Content Strategy and Branding | 3-0-0-3 | JN403 |
| 5 | JN505 | Global Media Trends | 3-0-0-3 | JN304 |
| 5 | SC501 | Cultural Studies | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 6 | JN601 | Capstone Project II | 3-0-0-3 | JN501 |
| 6 | JN602 | Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | JN401 |
| 6 | JN603 | Advanced Legal Issues in Media | 3-0-0-3 | JN204 |
| 6 | JN604 | International Media Law | 3-0-0-3 | JN204 |
| 6 | JN605 | Media and Society in the Digital Age | 3-0-0-3 | JN102 |
| 6 | SC601 | Seminar on Contemporary Issues | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 7 | JN701 | Specialized Reporting | 3-0-0-3 | JN501 |
| 7 | JN702 | Advanced Multimedia Production | 3-0-0-3 | JN203 |
| 7 | JN703 | Media and Technology Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | JN404 |
| 7 | JN704 | Media Analysis and Evaluation | 3-0-0-3 | JN501 |
| 7 | JN705 | Research Thesis | 3-0-0-3 | JN601 |
| 7 | SC701 | Advanced Research Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | SC401 |
| 8 | JN801 | Final Capstone Project | 6-0-0-6 | JN705 |
| 8 | JN802 | Industry Internship | 3-0-0-3 | JN601 |
| 8 | JN803 | Graduation Thesis | 3-0-0-3 | JN705 |
| 8 | JN804 | Media Ethics Workshop | 3-0-0-3 | JN404 |
| 8 | JN805 | Professional Portfolio Development | 3-0-0-3 | JN601 |
| 8 | SC801 | Capstone Seminar | 3-0-0-3 | None |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The department offers a variety of advanced elective courses to enhance student expertise and tailor their education according to career goals:
- Advanced Data Journalism: This course focuses on advanced statistical methods, data visualization techniques, and database management tools used in investigative reporting. Students learn to analyze large datasets using Python and R and present findings through interactive dashboards.
- Documentary Production: A hands-on course where students produce short documentaries covering social issues, personal stories, or historical events. The course emphasizes narrative structure, cinematography, sound design, and editing for digital platforms.
- Podcasting and Audio Journalism: Students learn to create compelling audio content from scriptwriting to post-production. This includes mastering voice modulation, ambient sound recording, podcast hosting, and distribution on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
- Public Relations and Corporate Communication: This course explores strategies for managing corporate reputations, crisis communication, media relations, and stakeholder engagement. Students work with real clients to craft press releases, manage brand narratives, and respond to public crises.
- Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Designed to foster innovation in journalism, this course teaches students how to launch startups, pitch ideas, secure funding, and scale media ventures. Guest speakers from successful media companies provide insights into building scalable businesses.
- International Media Law: Students examine legal frameworks governing international media practices, including freedom of expression, defamation laws, copyright issues, and cross-border content regulation.
- Media Ethics and Social Responsibility: This course delves into ethical dilemmas faced by journalists in diverse cultural contexts. It covers topics such as bias in reporting, privacy concerns, and the role of media in shaping public opinion.
- Content Strategy and Branding: Students learn how to develop and implement content strategies that align with brand identity and audience expectations. The course includes branding exercises, social media strategy, SEO optimization, and analytics tools.
- Advanced Legal Issues in Media: This course examines contemporary legal challenges in journalism, including defamation, privacy rights, surveillance laws, and regulatory compliance in digital environments.
- Media and Society in the Digital Age: Analyzes the impact of digital technologies on media practices, audience behavior, and social structures. Students study platform algorithms, misinformation, and the democratization of media production.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly believes in project-based learning as a means to develop critical thinking, research skills, and practical competencies. Mini-projects are assigned every semester to reinforce theoretical concepts through real-world application.
These projects involve collaboration with local newsrooms, NGOs, or community organizations, allowing students to gain hands-on experience while contributing meaningfully to public discourse.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant component of the program. Students select a topic of interest under faculty mentorship and conduct independent research or create a multimedia portfolio.
The project must demonstrate critical thinking, investigative skills, and ethical responsibility. Evaluation criteria include originality, depth of analysis, clarity of presentation, and adherence to academic standards.