M.A. Mass Communication and Forensic Journalism

School of Forensic Science

Program Code

MAMCJ

Level

Post Graduate

Duration

2 Year

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Program Overview

M.A. Mass Communication and Forensic Journalism is first of its kind course in entire Asia. The aim of Forensic Journalism is to make the learners more professional and compatible in their respective fields. Notably, NFSU launched unique certificate course in Forensic Journalism in the landmark year-2020 when India was celebrating 100 years of Journalism Education. In addition, Forensic Journalists can provide evidence, including photographs, audio, and written statements to assist Law Enforcement Agencies. Also, since the forensic journalists news or article is fact-based and neutral, it may also be presented as evidence in the court of law in certain cases. That means the program can help to get quicker imprisonment and speed up the justice delivery system. Moreover, the ample information regarding Forensic Photography, Forensic Videography and modern technologies including Cyber Security Tools, Layered Voice Analysis, Audio-Video Authentication are also be provided. This course will also update to write special articles to curb corrupt practices. At a time when it has become difficult to verify the authenticity of news in the digital world as the sources of information is widen, this course will also provide the insight to verify the authenticity of the news by proper analysis. The course is covering various topics including Media Laws, New Media Studies and Fact-Checking. The practice of fact-checking will stop the spreading of Fake News in society. Fake News also has a number of ill effects. The number of fake news has increased in recent times. As a result, misinformation, illusions and fears are spread in the society. Sometimes, it also has a negative effect on the good performance of the government as well. Therefore, issues like protecting society from Fake News or providing factual news by preventing delusions are also covered in this course. Since this course is based on Forensic Science, it enhances ‘Ethical Journalism’.

Semester	Sr no	CourseCode	Course	CourseCredit
Sem-1	1	MAMCFJ–SI–1	Introduction to Journalism	4
Sem-1	2	MAMCFJ–SI–2	Reporting and Editing	4
Sem-1	3	MAMCFJ–SI–3	New Media Studies	4
Sem-1	4	MAMCFJ–SI–4	Introduction to Forensic Science and Law	4
Sem-1	5	MAMCFJ–SI–5	Crime Scene Photography and Videography	4
Sem-2	1	MAMCFJ–SII–1	Media Laws and Ethics	4
Sem-2	2	MAMCFJ–SII–2	Fake News Identification & Facts Check	4
Sem-2	3	MAMCFJ–SII–3	Beat and Skill Reporting	4
Sem-2	4	MAMCFJ–SII–4	Introduction to Digital Forensics	4
Sem-2	5	MAMCFJ–SII–5	Minor Project	4

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CourseType	Intake	Tution Fees (INR, Per Semester)
Government	20	30000

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree in any stream with at least 55% for General/OBC/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates. Entrance Exam Syllabus: 60% would consist of General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Aptitude, Mathematical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Communication etc. 40% will be related to Journalism, General Trend of Mass Communication, Print Media, Electronic Media, Social Media, Media Laws etc.