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You seek a career that is dynamic, influential and exciting. You are courageous, independent, curious, open-minded, and like to communicate. Your engagement with society, your country and the world makes you want to make a difference. Begin your life as a journalist at National School of Journalism, Bangalore (NSoJ).

As a student in our 10-month Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism (P.G.D.J.) programmes, you will learn how to think critically and be an ethical and street smart journalist. Experienced instructors will offer one-on-one critiques and intensive feedback on your assignments, which are designed to challenge your understanding of key concepts and require application of course theory. Guided by our training, you will be fully prepared to tackle your career with the knowledge and confidence to excel.

Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism

Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism - Broadcast Media

In this 11-month P.G.D.J programme you will acquire skills for a career in television, radio and digital broadcast media. This is a hands on course and the students are given ample time in the studio and on-field reporting in order to get a firm grounding in this popular and powerful medium.
We take a holistic approach to digital news and cover the many different aspects involved to equip students with the necessary skills for the workplace.

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Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism - Print & Convergence Media

Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism - Print & Convergence Media
In this 11-month P.G.D.J programme you will be trained for a career in traditional newspaper and magazine journalism as well as in convergence journalism, which is the future of news media, combining print photography and video into one digital piece.

Upon completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate versatile skills in writing, interviewing, investigation, photography, video and more, while showing a deeper understanding of both personal and societal values.

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POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN JOURNALISM - BROADCAST MEDIA

In this 11-month P.G.D.J programme you will acquire skills for a career in television, radio, digital broadcast media, traditional newspaper and magazine journalism along with convergence journalism which is the future of news media combining print photography and video into one digital piece. This is a hands-on course and the students are given ample time in the studio and on-field reporting in order to get a firm grounding in this popular and powerful medium.

We take a holistic approach to digital news and cover the many different aspects involved to equip students with the necessary skills for the workplace.

Upon completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate versatile skills in writing, interviewing, investigation, photography, video and more, while showing a deeper understanding of both personal and societal values.

Admission Requirements

Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism programmes in Print, Broadcast & Digital Media are open to (i) applicants who already have an undergraduate or bachelor's degree or (ii) applicants who are in their final year undergraduate or bachelor's degree.

The field of journalism thrives on diversity, and benefits from a multiplicity of experiences and viewpoints. We encourage applicants from a wide range of professional and educational backgrounds. Prior education or professional training in journalism is not required. Admissions to National School of Journalism, Bangalore (NSoJ) are very competitive. Our selection panel must choose from a large pool of well-qualified candidates. Selectors will also take into consideration academic and relevant extra-curricular achievements and any prior journalistic work such as published articles, blog posts, podcasts or other broadcast material.

Admission Application Forms can be accessed by clicking here . On registration, you will receive a username and password, which you can activate from the email address that you provide. Once registered you can login and start your application form. Should you encounter any technical difficulties or need help, please contact us.

We strongly encourage applicants to apply online. If you would, however, prefer to submit your application in physical form, please contact us and we will email you the form.

Admission Application Forms can be accessed by clicking here . On registration, you will receive a user name and password, which you can activate from the email address that you provide. Once registered you can login and start your application form. Should you encounter any technical difficulties or need help, please contact us.

We strongly encourage applicants to apply online. If you would, however, prefer to submit your application in physical form, please contact us and we will email you the form.

Curriculum

P.G.D.J IN PRINT, BROADCAST AND DIGITAL MEDIA

Your journalism education begins with a 10-week skills training module called 'Writing and Reporting'. In the first term, all students take the following courses.

TERM 1 July 2024 - August 2024

Your journalism training begins with a 10-week skills training module called 'Writing and Reporting'. In the first term, all students take the following courses:

TELEVISION WRITING AND REPORTING SKILLS

You will take classes in voiceovers, scripting, anchoring, making run-downs, deadline news, profile writing and feature writing.

AUDIO-VISUAL SKILLS

You will take classes in video, audio, photography, and graphics and design.

AUDIENCE AND ENGAGEMENT SKILLS

You will attend seminars in digital engagement including classes in social media for journalists.

THEORY ESSENTIALS

You will also complete three short courses in the essentials: law, ethics, and the fundamentals of journalism.

TERM-2 September 2024 to December 2024

BEAT SPECIALISATION

The second term allows you to take classes in your areas of interest where you begin to specialise in beats. Beat specialisations are: (i) Politics & Society; (ii) Business & Finance; (iii) Health & Science, (iv) Sports and (v) Travel, Arts & Culture. This includes four weeks devoted to digital training, and for six weeks you'll be assigned a beat to learn reporting methods such as how to gather and evaluate information, how to interview people, and how to tell a compelling story in your area of specialisation.

NEWSROOM TRAINING

A culmination of the skills and essential modules comes about when students begin to produce journalistic work on a daily basis for the duration of the programme. Students update our in-house news portal with the latest stories, analyses and videos written and created by them and will put out video broadcasts and podcasts, available to stream live. This work is produced under the mentorship of their pathway instructors. Students are encouraged to compete with local and national media houses on getting scoops and putting out content on our news portal that meets the highest professional journalistic standards. You will also have the opportunity to host your own TV show or podcast.

TERM-3 January 2025 - April 2025

INDUSTRY INTERNSHIPS

The final term will combine practical work at NSoJ with external work experience gained through a structured and compulsory internship programme at leading news organisations across India. NSoJ will arrange these internships for our students. We match our students to organisations that are aligned with their skills, interests and career prospects.

CAPSTONE PROJECTS

Each year ends with students working on individual projects that draw from their collective learning over the course of their study. These projects that include field work, delivered in broadcast, print or multimedia, serve as formidable additions to their portfolios. Leading journalists will mentor and help students showcase their work on leading news outlets.