Planning to pursue journalism and mass communication but you is not able to decide which college…
By: Shreya Tandon
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Planning to pursue journalism and mass communication but you is not able to decide which college you should apply for? This blog is for you wherein you will find a list of colleges which are best for journalism and mass communication as a course.

However, to be successful in this field one needs to possess some traits which are having a natural flair/talent to ace different job profiles and the ability to multi-task as well as the ability to make an informed decision to pursue a mass communication course from a good college/university. Mass Communication is a very diverse field. One can choose to specialize in print and TV journalism, online media, radio as well as in other mass communication fields like advertising, public relations (PR) and events

1. Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication

Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication

[Outlook Rank: 2 | India Today Rank: 1]

Location: Pune

Admission Through: SIMC Entrance Exam

A part of Symbiosis International University (SIU), Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) was established in 1990.

SIMC has been ranked number two by Outlook as it is considered to have the best infrastructure with respect to other mass communication colleges in India. The college campus is spread over an area of 320 acres.

Companies that frequently visit SIMC campus for recruitment are – Amazon, CNN IBN, Drishti, Hindustan Times, MSL Group, Edelman, Viacom 18, ESPN Cricinfo, Zee, Groupm, Times Now and the likes.

Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication Courses

MBA (Communication Management)

Offered in four specializations:

Brand Communications

• Public Relations

• Marketing and Media Analytics

• Media Management

Mass Communications, MA (MC)

Offered in two specializations:

• Journalism

• Audio Visual

2. Xavier Institute of Communications

[Outlook Rank: 3]

Xavier Institute of Communications

Location: Mumbai

Admission Through: XIC-OET

Initiated in 1969, Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC) is a good choice to pursue advertising and PR related courses.

XIC has been ranked number three by Outlook on parameters such as educational excellence and placements.

Xavier Institute of Communications Courses

Diploma Programmes

Certificate Programmes

Communication for Development

Computer Graphics for Print Design

Journalism & Mass Communication

Announcing, Broadcasting, Compering, Dubbing & E-book Narration

Advertising & Marketing communications

Creative Writing

Film, Television & Digital Video Production

Public Speaking & Personality Enhancement

Mass Communication Marathi

Photography

Advanced Integrated Communication Programme

(For working professionals)

Radio Jockey

Extension Programmes

3. INDIAN INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM AND NEW MEDIA.

Established in 2001, Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media (IIJNM), Bangalore offers postgraduate level mass communication courses to aspirants.

The college is famous for offering good placements and that is one of the reasons why Outlook has ranked IIJNM at the 5th spot. Companies that often visit the campus for placements are – CNN IBN, Times Now, Hindustan Times, Reuters and ET Now.

Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media Courses

Post-graduate diploma (PGD) in print, broadcast or multimedia

Diploma in print, broadcast or multimedia

4. School of Communication, Manipal

School of Communication, Manipal

[Outlook Rank:6]

Location: Manipal

Admission Through: MU-OET

A part of Manipal University, School of Communication was established in 1997. The college is ranked number six by Outlook because it offers good industry exposure to students and also helps in shaping their personality. Apart from that, School of Communication also has a good placement record.

Department of Communication, Hyderabad

5. Department of Communication, Hyderabad

[Outlook Rank: 4]

Location: Hyderabad

Admission Through: University of Hyderabad Entrance Exam

Located within Sarojini Naidu School of Arts & Communication, Department of Communication of University of Hyderabad did not find a spot in any ranking last year. However, this year Outlook has ranked the college as the best University department and placed it at fourth place due to the standard of education imparted to students as well as placements.

Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad Courses

MA Communication

Offered in three specializations:

• Radio & Television

• Print Journalism & New Media

• Communication & Media Studies

These are some of the colleges which one should look for their bachelors or masters. To look for job in any field it’s important for you to specialize in one particular sector.