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The postgraduate programme in Journalism & Digital Media is a 10-month, full-time course, aimed to train budding journalists with an in-depth understanding of the field. What makes St Pauls Institute (SPICE) the best journalism college in Mumbai? For starters, the course is designed expertly by veteran journalists, and caters to the ever-changing landscape of media, across platforms- print, broadcast, and digital.
The flagship course strikes the perfect balance between theory and practical, application-based learning. With a keen focus on the principles and practices of journalism, students will also learn the art of reporting in both- print and broadcast, with clarity and brevity, as well as anchoring and editing, using some of the industry’s best equipment and software.
To create newsroom-ready journalists, students will learn the ins and outs of managing a newspaper- from story ideation, interviewing, reporting and even on-page editing with Adobe Indesign. With broadcast, on the other hand, students will learn to overcome the hurdle of facing the camera with anchoring- taught by some of the industry’s best; collecting bytes and editing – with Adobe Premiere Pro, and producing professional news bulletins.
Supervised and taught by some of Mumbai’s best journalists, students learn the tricks of the trade-in class and are then sent out into the industry on internships in some of India’s best media houses like the Times of India, Economic Times, Mirror Now and even Star Sports, and thus making it one of India’s best courses in journalism.
Adapting to changing trends is the hallmark of any postgraduate Journalism and Digital Media course in Mumbai.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
The Journalism and Digital Media course is a 10-month, full-time programme at St Pauls Institute of Communication Education, Mumbai.
In the beginning, students start off together, learning core competencies that every journalist requires. Students then have the ability to choose a specialisation- print or broadcast.
This course does not include any written examinations. Students will be examined based on their performance in assignments and in-class activities.
NOTE:
1. Online applicants must ensure they are ready to appear for the exam/interview at the given time-slot.
2. Personal interviews are conducted on campus as well.
3. In order to partake in the entrance exam:
- Pl complete and submit the online application form
4. Entrance Exam & Personal Interview dates
Do contact the counsellor on +91 98338 06739 or email: admissions@stpaulsice.com for more information.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Graduates in any discipline from a recognized Indian University may apply.
- Students who are awaiting their examination (third year graduate level) results are eligible to apply for the Postgraduate Programmes. However, certificates will be awarded only on receipt of their final semester mark sheets.
- Applicants must be between 21- 35 years of age
- As English is the language of instruction at St Pauls Institute of Communication Education, Mumbai, proficiency in speaking, listening to, reading and writing English is essential.
HOW TO APPLY
Application Process:
The applicant may use the online mode on the website, to fill and submit the course related application form, upload the documents and make an online payment towards the application form.
The documents required are:
- One Passport size photograph
- Original photo ID & address proof
- Original 6th Semester mark sheet. Students awaiting the degree results may submit the photocopies of the 5th Semester ( most recent exam undertaken) mark sheet
- Application Fee is Rs.1500 (Non refundable and to be paid online)
The Entrance Exam and Personal Interview Process:
- Students will be evaluated on grammar, general knowledge and analytic skills, and knowledge of the industry.
- The entrance exam will be followed by a personal interview with the Course Director on the same day.
- Selected candidates will be intimated via email, with further instructions on completion of formalities and joining the programme.
- The programme will commence in the month of July.
Please contact admissions@stpaulsice.com for more information or call +91 98338 06739
The admissions office address is:
St Pauls Media Complex, 2nd Floor, 24th Road, TPS III, Bandra West, Mumbai 400050
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The Institute does not offer hostel facilities. Non-Mumbai resident students will have to make their own housing arrangements. The institute only facilitates students in getting safe accommodation facilities in the locality close to the institute. Please enquire with the course coordinator once you confirm and complete your admission formalities.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Carol Andrade
Dean Carol Andrade is a professor at the School of Journalism. A great believer in the value of sub-editing over reporting, she has worked with The Times of India, Mid-Day, The Afternoon Despatch and Courier on both news and features. Carol Andrade is a veteran of journalism in Mumbai since 1974 and likes to write about her travels. She enjoys technology and keeps her lectures interactive for students.
FEES & ONLINE PAYMENT
Total Amount: ₹2,75,000/-
* Government taxes levied on the fees are liable to change.
Postgraduate program in Journalism
| Course Fee Payment | |
| 1st Instalment | Rs 1,37,500/- inclusive of taxes on acceptance of admission |
| 2nd Instalment | Rs 1,37,500/- inclusive of taxes on or before September 14, 2023 |
- All fee payments are made online. Online Fee Payment
- For all payments made, you must specify your name & course in the particulars: FirstName_LastName_Programme
NOTE:
- Once you have made the payment, please update the course counsellor, by sending an email to admissions@stpaulsice.com confirming the payment details.
- Fees once paid, will not be refunded.
COURSE SYLLABUS
Curriculum
Two semesters. The first sets the theory of Journalism across platforms (print, broadcast and digital), and starts with practical work under Reporting Lab for print almost immediately. The second continues print practicals while adding video and audio content, to complete set skills for the modern newsroom.
Semester 1
Analysis of newspapers by segment and History of Journalism
Principles and Practice of Journalism through prism of traditional and digital media
Law and the Media, including Media Ethics
Media, Society and Public Opinion
Writing like a Journalist for Print. News
Basics of Reporting starting with Beat Mapping
City Reporting
Writing like a Journalist for Print. Features
Writing Lab which covers reports and features
Photography and photojournalism. Understanding lights, camera, composition techniques for camera and mobile camera
Digital Journalism – Writing / Presenting for New Media
- Digital story-telling formats
- Content for Social Media – (threads, picture stories, short videos)
- Blog and Blogging (WordPress/ Blogger)
- Writing with hyperlinks
- Content management & content management systems
- Storyboarding and planning
- Multi-media and interactivity – Engagement, SEO
- Shooting with Camera and Mobile
Broadcast Journalism – Basics of the Newsroom
Design theory for Print. Understanding importance of production processes
Software for Journalists
- InDesign for Print
- Adobe Premier Pro for video and audio editing
- Photoshop, Illustrator for Print and Digital
- Fundamentals of Web Design and Management (for SPICE Enquirer)
Semester 2
- Writing for Print continued. Reviews, Features, Opinion, Creative.
- Photography with video shorts and documentary, from planning to execution
- Generalist reporting, writing from the numbers, Reporting Crime
- Writing Labs for assignments in reporting, feature writing
- Broadcast Journalism completion
- Input desk or assignment
- Output or News Desk
- Writing for Broadcast with script
- Reporting for Broadcast – all aspects examined
- Interviewing for Broadcast
- Handling studio setup with PCR
- Podcast basics for journalists -introduction to podcast station, hardware and software
- How to create a podcast
- Audio and video editing labs
- Familiarisation with student website spiceenquirer.com
- Research project on Media topic
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Studying at St Pauls was by the best learning experience I’ve had till date as this institute not only focuses on the theory aspect of the media industry but it also floods you with a tremendous amount of practical knowledge, which is really helpful when you actually get out there in the real world to work. The professors are great and they really get out the best in you and help you realize what you are really good at.
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We started with the basics; I will never forget the initial lectures in which we got a detailed understanding of news. We also gained first-hand news experience with our student paper, SPICE Enquirer- The Activist. The City Reporting module helped me explore Mumbai, a city to which I was a newcomer. With our Law and Media classes, I was able to enter the ATS Office and the Police Commissioner’s office. While working on a documentary, I got an insight into the lives of the underprivileged and marginalized. During the broadcast module, I became more camera friendly and interviewed politicians. SPICE has brought me to a point where I can proudly call myself a journalist.
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The Journalism course at SPICE is a great learning experience. The faculty is amazing and the experience that the industry experts bring is unbeatable. Everyone at SPICE goes all out to help us with whatever difficulty we have and the facilities provided are great. In short, they leave no stone unturned in ensuring that all our needs (and more) are met.The Journalism course at SPICE is a great learning experience. The faculty is amazing and the experience that the industry experts bring is unbeatable. Everyone at SPICE goes all out to help us with whatever difficulty we have and the facilities provided are great. In short, they leave no stone unturned in ensuring that all our needs (and more) are met.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the duration of the course?
This is a ten month course, but one year if you include the internship period
What is the USP of SPICE?
Great infrastructure, constant updating of curriculum based on market needs, faculty from the industry and a willingness to change based on feedback.
Great atmosphere, engaged teachers, a feeling that you have joined a family. Ask our alumni!
Do you provide placements?
We guarantee internships for all the students and assist them for final placements. In a lot of cases, the students are offered permanent positions at the places where they intern. Internships have one more advantage. They put you in touch with other internships. In case they are not, every effort is made by the institute to help them in getting placed.
Is it online or offline?
Due to the pandemic it is conducted online. However, even now the practical aspects of the course are being conducted offline. For the future, it will be a mix of online and offline, to minimize commuting problems for our students and teachers, as well as to save time. Think of an offline/online mix of 70:30.
What is a average starting salary?
The average salary can vary from Rs.15,000 to Rs.40,000 per month. Last year, one student made it into a job paying Rs.42,000 per month, three months in to the pandemic. Past experience has shown that salary hikes are quite generous and a student can aspire to earn a minimum of around Rs.6 lakhs per annum or more within a span of three years, if their performance is good
What is the fee for these courses?
The PG in Journalism Course Fee is Rs 2,36,000, inclusive of GST.
How will the entrance exam be conducted?
After your online or offline application, you will be contacted for an entrance examination. For Mumbai and surrounding areas, these are conducted at our Institute in Mumbai. However, due to the lockdown, the exams were conducted online. This is followed by a personal / online interview with the head of the programme that you have applied for.
How do I apply for the course?
You can fill in the application form on the website, upload the documents and make an online payment towards the application form.
The documents required are:
- One Passport size photograph
- Original photo ID & address proof
- Original 6th Semester mark sheet. Students awaiting the degree results may submit the photocopies of the 5th Semester ( most recent exam undertaken) mark sheet
- Application Fee is Rs.1500 (Non refundable and to be paid online)
You can also contact us on +91-9769905813 / admissions@stpaulsice.com and our counsellor will get in touch with you and guide you through the process.
How do I prepare for the entrance exam?
The entrance exam has been devised to test your awareness of current affairs, general knowledge and Basic English Grammar so general reading of the daily newspapers and general knowledge will hold you in good stead.
For those who are interested in Journalism, some awareness of Current Affairs is recommended.
What was percentage of students that got placed last year?
Almost 100% of our students were either placed or opted out of the placement procedure for various reasons. Last year due to the pandemic our average was affected but over the year all of the students did get placed.
Journalism students did well, going straight into jobs over six months. That is, about 80 percent. A couple opted for higher studies, the others were not interested in placements.
Is the postgraduate in Journalism and Digital Media program a masters or a diploma program?
It is a post-graduate certificate course, which is well-received by the Media Industry. A look at our website will reveal where our alumni are currently working.
Is journalism a good career?
It absolutely is! Pursuing journalism gives you opportunities within the media industry not just as a journalist, reporter, or anchor, but also opens doors for opportunities in broader media careers such as content producer, public relations expert, content writer, advertising professional or any field that requires mass communication professionals!
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