I have 43% in graduation & I belong to ST category. Am I eligible for admission mass communication & journalism course?
Asked about Guwahati University - GU - M.A. in Mass Communication
I've completed BA from Goalpara College under Gauhati University in 2015 with 43% marks.
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Konatham Abhishek If you do not go to the end, why to start? | Scholar-Level 17
6 years ago2-year course pursued after the successful completion of the graduation (any stream) from a recognized University with a minimum aggregate score of 50%. (minimum 45% for SC/ST candidates)
The course focuses on ideas and outlets of mass communication such as media production, cultural issues, communication theories, regulations, and media techniques stream.
The course generally provides teaching and training regarding reporting, writing, editing, photographing etc. Students can opt. for specializations in various fields of journalism such as Sports Journalism, Science Journalism, Environment Journalism, Fashion Journalism, Film Making, Ad...more -
Hi Mrinal,Masters in Mass Communication and Journalism is a 2-year course pursued after the successful completion of the graduation (any stream) from a recognized University with a minimum aggregate score of 50%. (minimum 45% for SC/ST candidates)
The course focuses on ideas and outlets of mass communication such as media production, cultural issues, communication theories, regulations, and media techniques stream.
The course generally provides teaching and training regarding reporting, writing, editing, photographing etc. Students can opt. for specializations in various fields of journalism such as Sports Journalism, Science Journalism...more -
I think you need a minimum of 45% to be eligible if you belong to the ST category. -
Hi Mrinal,
The minimum score required to get admission in MA in mass communication is 50% and there is a relaxation of 5% for SC/ST category. I am afraid you are not eligible to pursue this course as the minimum requirement would be at least 45%. -
Minimum Eligibility to Apply is a pass mark of 40% in graduation and candidate must have secured minimum 45% marks in Major/ Honours subject(s).
Admission Process:
Eligible candidates need to appear for the entrance exam conducted by Gauhati University. Eligible candidates can apply online or offline with required information. Regards.
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