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Online MA in Journalism and Mass Communication

Master of Arts, specialisation in Journalism and Mass Communication

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Programme

Online MA

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Offered by

5 of 8 universities

Mode

Online, UGC-entitled

About the Online MA in Journalism and Mass Communication

Reporting, editing, digital media, advertising and public relations. Offered as an MA (JMC) at several universities.

The first year covers the core MA subjects; the specialisation subjects come in the later semesters. See the full Online MA syllabus.

What you study

  • Reporting and Editing
  • Digital and Social Media
  • Advertising
  • Public Relations
  • Media Laws and Ethics
  • Film and Television Studies

Universities offering the Online MA in Journalism and Mass Communication

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat2 years (4 semesters)₹66,000₹16,500Details
Online ManipalJaipur, Rajasthan24 months (4 semesters)₹80,000–Details
Shoolini University OnlineSolan, Himachal Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹84,000–Details
Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹1,00,000–Details
Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹1,30,000–Details

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Eligibility and duration

A bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Most universities accept any stream, often with 40% to 50% marks; a few ask for the subject at graduation level, especially for Psychology and Economics.

Duration
Programme length2 years (4 semesters)
Maximum time allowedUsually 4 years
CreditsAround 72 to 80 credits, depending on the university
ModeOnline lectures, reading material, assignments, discussion forums and a dissertation
ExamsEnd-of-semester exams, mostly online with remote proctoring
Weekly study timePlan for 8 to 12 hours a week

Careers and salary

  • Journalist
  • Content Writer
  • Social Media Manager
  • PR Executive

Journalist: Average base pay about ₹3.8 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹2 lakh–₹9.9 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2025; small sample). Social Media Manager: Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹8.4 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026).

FAQs

What is an Online MA in Journalism and Mass Communication?

Reporting, editing, digital media, advertising and public relations. Offered as an MA (JMC) at several universities.

Who can apply?

A bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Most universities accept any stream, often with 40% to 50% marks; a few ask for the subject at graduation level, especially for Psychology and Economics.

What does it cost?

Total fees at the universities we compare range from ₹66,000 to ₹1,30,000 (list prices, October 2026).

What jobs can I get?

Typical roles include Journalist, Content Writer, Social Media Manager, PR Executive.

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