Diploma in Print Web & Broad Cast

Course Overview

The Diploma in Print, Web, and Broadcast Media (DPWBM) covers multimedia journalism, digital content creation, and media production. Students learn skills in print design, web development, and broadcasting techniques, preparing for careers in diverse media platforms.

Duration:

1 year (2 semesters)

Syllabus:

The syllabus for the Diploma in Print, Web, and Broadcast Media is typically divided across two semesters. Below is a sample structure:

Semester 1:

  1. Introduction to Journalism:

    • Overview of journalism in print, web, and broadcast media

    • Role of media in society: Functions, ethics, and responsibilities

    • Introduction to mass communication theories

  2. News Reporting and Writing:

    • Principles of news reporting: Accuracy, objectivity, and fairness

    • Techniques for writing news for print and web

    • Writing for broadcast media: Television and radio scripting

  3. Editing and Production for Print Media:

    • Copyediting and proofreading techniques

    • Layout and design principles for newspapers and magazines

    • Hands-on training in newsroom editing and page design

  4. Photography and Visual Storytelling:

    • Basics of photography for media

    • Photojournalism: Capturing stories through images

    • Ethics of visual media in journalism

Semester 2:

  1. Digital Media and Web Journalism:

    • Writing for digital platforms: Blogs, social media, and online news portals

    • Web content creation and search engine optimization (SEO)

    • Tools and techniques for web journalism

  2. Broadcast Media Production:

    • Basics of television and radio production

    • Audio-visual storytelling and scriptwriting for television and radio

    • Technical aspects of broadcasting: Camera work, lighting, sound, and editing

  3. Media Laws and Ethics:

    • Legal frameworks governing the media industry

    • Freedom of the press, defamation, and intellectual property rights

    • Ethical issues in journalism: Censorship, privacy, and bias

  4. Project Work/Internship:

    • Practical experience through internships in media houses, TV channels, or digital platforms

    • Project work involving the creation of news articles, broadcasts, and multimedia content

Average Fees:

  • ₹15,000 to ₹1,20,000 (varies by institution)

Exams to Attend:

  1. Internal Assessments:

    • Regular assessments through written assignments, projects, and presentations.

  2. Final Semester Examinations:

    • End-of-semester exams that evaluate theoretical knowledge and practical skills in print, web, and broadcast media.

  3. Professional Certifications (Optional):

    • Certified Media Professional (CMP): Adds credibility to skills in print, web, and broadcast journalism.

    • Digital Media Certification: Focuses on web journalism and content creation.

  4. Competitive Exams (Optional):

    • Entrance exams for higher studies such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Journalism and Mass Communication.

Top 10 Institutions in India:

  1. Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi

  2. Xavier Institute of Communication (XIC), Mumbai

  3. Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC), Pune

  4. Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), Chennai

  5. Jamia Millia Islamia, AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, New Delhi

  6. Mudra Institute of Communications (MICA), Ahmedabad

  7. Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune

  8. Christ University, Bangalore

  9. Amity School of Communication, Noida

  10. Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Bhopal

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala:

  1. Kerala Press Academy, Kochi

  2. Asian School of Journalism, Thiruvananthapuram

  3. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

  4. Farook College, Kozhikode

  5. Amrita School of Arts and Sciences, Kochi

  6. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi

  7. Sacred Heart College, Kochi

  8. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram

  9. Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

  10. MACFAST (Mar Athanasios College for Advanced Studies), Thiruvalla