BA Communicative English with Journalism

Bachelor of Arts in Communicative English with Journalism

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) or Bachelor of Arts in Communicative English with Journalism is an Under-Graduate Journalism (English) course. Communicative English with Journalism is the practice of investigation and reporting of events, issues, and trends to a broad audience along with skills in English communication.

The duration of the Bachelor of Arts degree course in Communicative English with Journalism is three years and may be provided on a part-time basis by certain institutes. The Bachelor of Arts degree course in Communicative English with Journalism is divided into six semesters and it is career orienting in nature that opens many job scopes for them after its completion.

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Eligibility

• Aspiring candidates should have completed 10+2 class from a recognized board or its equivalent exam in Arts stream.
• In reputed colleges and universities, there is an entrance test for admission.

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Entrance Test

• Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) Entrance Exam

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Syllabus

Syllabus of Communicative English offered by various universities and colleges in India.

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Colleges

• Holy Cross College of Management and Technology, Idukki
• Yeldo Mar Baselios College, Ernakulam

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Course Suitability

• Students, who have the ability to tell an engaging story using still images and audio (audio slideshow), ability to shoot, edit and tell stories using video and basic ability to create interactive story elements using Adobe Flash are most suitable for it. 
• Second, those who possess the ability to edit audio and produce podcasts, the ability to file from the field breaking news, and the ability to moderate online discussion also are a good match for it. 
• One should have an inquisitive mind, willpower, an aptitude for presenting information in an accurate, concise, and effective manner, organize their thoughts, and express themselves clearly both orally and in writing. 
• They also possess skills like reporting basics, news writing, storytelling, and critical thinking, knowledge of world affairs & current events curiosity, journalism ethics and media law.

How is B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Course Beneficial?

• Candidates have many job opportunities in new media, such as online newspapers or magazines. Small local papers and news stations also will provide greater job prospects for potential reporters and news analysts.
• Journalism graduates have the background for work in closely related fields such as advertising and public relations or communications, and many take jobs in these fields. Other graduates accept sales, managerial or other non-media positions. 
• They can have jobs regarding newspapers, magazines or television, or radio segments. Here they prepare news, feature articles, and critical reviews, and plan the layout of the publication, assign reporting staff and photographers to obtain coverage of matters of news or interest related to his section. 
• The Bachelor's degree course gives a good base for further higher studies.

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Employment Areas

• AIR - All India Radio
• Advertising Agencies
• Broadcasting Corporations
• Books and Novels Publication Houses
• Central Information Service Centres
• Circulation and Public Relation Offices
• Legal Affairs Departments
• Newspaper & Media
• Photography Companies
• Radio Telecasting Companies

B.A (Communicative English with Journalism) Job Types

• Art Director
• Assistant Editor
• Film Director
• Fashion Photographer
• Public Relations Officer
• Radio Jockey (RJ)
• Sound Engineer
• Special Correspondent
• Staff or Freelance Writer
• Sound Mixer and Sound Recorder
• TV Correspondent

Advanced Courses in B.A (Communicative English with Journalism)

• M.A
• MBA