Program Details

Bachelor of Arts in English, and Mass Communication and Journalism


The Bachelor of Arts in English, and Mass Communication & Journalism (BA-EMCJ) is an intensive four-year academic program offered by the Department of Languages and Mass Communication at Kathmandu University School of Arts (KUSOA). Aimed at producing human resources with specializations in English as well as Mass Communication and Journalism, Introduce students to the diverse fields of literary and cultural studies, encouraging scholarship and critical thinking in various interconnected areas. Hence, the curriculum of BA-EMCJ comprises core courses from English as well as Mass Communication and Journalism, and other courses from inter/multi-disciplinary areas. Students can choose courses from diverse areas within language, literature, journalism, professional communication, and academic writing that align with the discipline’s broad scope. The BA-EMCJ is designed to build students’ skills and knowledge for diverse professions. 

Graduate Attributes:

The graduates develop the following attributes upon completing the BA-EMCJ program:

  • A solid foundation for careers in research, writing, teaching, journalism, digital communication, and entrepreneurship.

  • A strong basis for advanced studies in literature, social sciences, and journalism, tailored to students' interests.

  • Extensive learning experiences that explore the evolving trends and traditions in literature, journalism, and mass communication.

  • Alignment with Kathmandu University’s mission to provide quality education for leadership, nurturing interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty and students for the application of knowledge in the service of society.

Career Options for Graduates

The graduates of BA-EMCJ from KUSOA will gain the required academic qualification, experience, and expertise to set up their careers in private, public, and other organizational sectors. The interdisciplinary courses adapted into this academic program help our graduates build and foster academic knowledge, professional skills, and soft skills that open doors to career paths in the competitive market. KU’s graduates get an ample number of opportunities to set up their careers in diverse fields such as teaching, designing, content writing, advertising, marketing, and managing public relations. 

Our graduates are the future leaders in their fields. They have a wide choice of career options, including civil service, work with government departments, multilateral agencies, think tanks, private sector, and the universities for further studies:

  • Teaching of English Language, Literature, and Communication Studies/Journalism

  • Print and Online Publishing

  • Entrepreneurship and Startups

  • Research Activities

  • Public Service Commission

  • Foreign and Diplomatic Missions

  • Corporate Communications

  • Events Management 

  • Program Presentations  

  • Media Research

  • Web Content Development   

  • Social Media Management  

  • Freelance Writing and Editing

  • Educational Consultation  

  • History/Archival/ and Cultural sectors

  • Public Relations

  • Freelance Writer/ Consultant

  • Development Firms/Administration

  • Advertising Industry

  • Independent Literary Critic

  • Interpreter/Proof Reader/Copywriter

  • Script Writing

  • Arts management

  • Information Processing  

  • Social work 

  • Media Management  

  • Social Service 

  • Policy Development and Advocacy

  • Managing Brand Reputation 

Course Title: Bachelor of Arts in English, and Mass Communication & Journalism (BA-EMCJ)

Credits: 120 

Duration: 4 years (Eight semesters)

Number of Seats Allotted: 20

Eligibility Criteria: All applicants must have completed their high school (10+2) or equivalent education in any discipline. All candidates seeking admission must take an Entrance Examination as required by Kathmandu University. Affordable Fees. Scholarships Available for Needy and Meritorious Students 

Course Structure

First Year

Code

Course Title

Credits

      Semester I

ENGL 151

English I

3

NEPL 151

Nepali I 

3

ENGS 101

Poetry 

3

MEDS 104

Basic Journalism I 

3

BMCJ 106

Introduction to Mass Communication and Journalism

3

Semester II

ENGL 152

English II 

3

NEPL 152

Nepali II

3

NEPS 151

Nepal Studies  

      3

ENGS 151

Introduction to Linguistics and Phonetics

3

MEDS105

Basic Journalism II

3

Second Year

Semester III

PHIL 201

Philosophy

3

ENGL 203

Professional Writing

3

PSYC 202

Psychology 

3

ENGS 203

British and American Fiction

3

MEDS 212

Photojournalism

3

Semester IV

ENGS 251

Drama

3

ENGS 252

Nepali Writings in English

        3

ENGL 255

Critical Thinking

3

MEDS 209

Research Methodology

3

MEDS 253

Broadcasting and Digital Media 

3

Third Year

Semester V

ENGS 301

Literary Criticism

3

ENGS 302

Ethnographic and Life Writings 

3

ENGS 303

Rhetoric and Composition 

3

MEDS 315

Film Studies

3

MEDS 317

Media Ethics and Law

3

Semester VI

ENGS 351

Eco Writings and Criticism

3

ENGS 352

South Asian Literature in English

3

ENGS 353

Children’s Literature

3

ACAW 351

Academic Writing 

3

MEDS 351

Public Relations, Advertising and Marketing

3

Fourth Year

Semester VII

ENGS 401

Trends in English Literature

3

ENGS 402

Translation Studies

3

ENGS 403

Indigenous/Ethnic Creations

3

ENGS 404

Internship 

3

ENGS 405

Diaspora, Migration, and Cosmopolitanism

3

Semester VIII

ENGS 451

Creative Non-fiction (Travelogue, Essay etc.)

3

ENGS 452

Ageing, Gender, and Sexuality

3

ENGS 453

Project Work 

6

MEDS 443

Advanced Journalism Practices

3

Total Credits for Graduation (4 years)

120

Contact

  • Tel: +977 15913294,9801298094, 9801370644 
  • Email: dolmc@ku.edu.np
  • https://kusoa.edu.np/dolmc

Documents

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