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Online MA from Amity University, Noida (Uttar Pradesh)

Master of Arts · Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Total fee

₹1,30,000

Specialisations

2

UGC

Entitled to offer online degrees

About Amity University, Noida (Uttar Pradesh)

Amity University Online is the online learning arm of Amity University Uttar Pradesh in Noida, one of the larger private university groups in India. It was among the first universities entitled by the UGC to run full online degrees, and today offers a long list of online bachelor's and master's programmes in management, commerce, computer applications and the arts.

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Online MA from Amity University, Noida (Uttar Pradesh): overview

An online MA (Master of Arts) is a two-year postgraduate degree in a humanities or social-science subject, studied online over four semesters. Universities offer it in subjects such as English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology, Psychology and Journalism and Mass Communication.

Key highlights

Key highlights
CategoryDetails
UniversityAmity University, Noida (Uttar Pradesh)
ProgrammeOnline MA (Master of Arts)
EligibilityBachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university
Duration2 years (4 semesters)
Total fee₹1,30,000
ModeRecorded lectures plus live sessions; 24/7 portal access
ExamsOnline
ApprovalsUGC, NAAC, NIRF, WES, QS, WASC (USA)

Specialisations

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university

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.

Fees, EMI and scholarships

Fees
FeeAmount
Total programme fee₹1,30,000

Lower end of the ₹1.30–1.60 lakh range in Amity Online's course-wise fee article (updated August 2026).

Scholarships

  • Early-bird scholarship for the January 2027 session (amount set by Amity at the time of admission)
  • Merit and category scholarships, and loan assistance, as listed on the programme pages

Syllabus

Semester 1

  • Mass Communication Theory and Practice
  • Writing Analysis for Print
  • Visualization and Media Design
  • Photography Concepts and Practice
  • Professional Communication

Semester 2

  • Media Ethics, Laws and Governance
  • Development Communication: Theory and Practice
  • Investigative Journalism
  • Marketing Management
  • Cognitive Analytics and Social Skills for Professionals

Semester 3

  • Basics of Video Editing
  • Media Research and Application
  • New Media and Digital Technology
  • Financial Journalism
  • Advertising and Promotions
  • Data Journalism
  • Public Relations and Events
  • Professional Ethics

Semester 4

  • Gender, Human Rights and Media
  • Political Communication
  • Digital Marketing
  • Media, CSR and Sustainable Development
  • Dissertation

Rankings and approvals

Approvals
BodyStatus
UGCEntitled to offer online degrees (check your programme and session on deb.ugc.ac.in)
NAACA+ (Amity University Uttar Pradesh)
NIRF22nd, as published by Amity Online (year not stated)
WESDegrees evaluated by World Education Services for Canada and the USA
QSOnline MBA ranked by QS (2024), as stated by Amity Online
WASC (USA)Accredited, as stated by Amity Online

Admission process

  1. Choose your programme and specialisation on amityonline.com
  2. Fill in the online application form
  3. Pay the programme fee (semester, annual or one-time) or set up EMI
  4. Upload your documents and complete registration
  5. Receive your enrolment details and student portal login

Career opportunities

Careers
RoleTypical salary
Teacher (with B.Ed) or Lecturer (with NET/SET)Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year for high-school teachers; middle 80% earn ₹1.1 lakh–₹8.8 lakh (PayScale India, updated May 2026). Government school pay follows the state or central pay scale.
Content Writer or EditorAverage base pay about ₹3.4 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹6.7 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
JournalistAverage 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 ManagerAverage base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹8.4 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
Research or Policy AnalystVaries widely by organisation; think tanks and NGOs often pay less than corporate roles.

Other universities for the Online MA

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka2 years₹15,000–Details
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat2 years (4 semesters)₹66,000₹16,500Details
LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹80,000₹20,000Details
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
O.P. Jindal Global University OnlineSonipat, Haryana12–24 months (12 courses)₹3,00,000–Details
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FAQs

Is the Online MA from Amity University, Noida (Uttar Pradesh) valid?

Amity University, Noida (Uttar Pradesh) is listed as: UGC Entitled to offer online degrees (check your programme and session on deb.ugc.ac.in); NAAC A+ (Amity University Uttar Pradesh); NIRF 22nd, as published by Amity Online (year not stated). Check the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session before you pay.

What is the fee?

The total fee is ₹1,30,000. Lower end of the ₹1.30–1.60 lakh range in Amity Online's course-wise fee article (updated August 2026).

What is the eligibility?

Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university

How long does it take?

2 years (4 semesters)

Which subjects can I study in an online MA?

It depends on the university. Common subjects are English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology, Psychology and Journalism and Mass Communication. Each university page lists its options.

Can I do an MA in a subject I didn't study at graduation?

Most universities accept graduates of any stream for most subjects. A few ask for the subject at graduation, especially for Psychology and Economics.

Is an online MA valid for NET, SET and teaching jobs?

Under the UGC's 2020 Regulations, an online degree from an entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to the regular degree. Check the specific exam or job notification for any additional conditions.

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