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M.Sc in Media Science

A postgraduate edge for the next era of media.

2-Year PG Degree Program

2 Year PG degree program
Affiliated with MAKAUT
Learn mass media, communication, journalism, film practices, graphics, etc
In-house chroma, audio & design studios
Gain practical experience with iLEAD Films
India’s first AI film lab
100% Placement assistance

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Best Media and Mass Communication Institute at Gurukul Awards 2023

4th Best Media School in India by KPMG

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Program Overview

India’s Media and Entertainment industry touched ₹2.50 lakh crore in 2024 and is expected to reach nearly ₹3.1 lakh crore by 2027.

iLEAD’s M.Sc in Media Science blends academic depth with real industry exposure, empowering you to create publishable projects, audiovisual content, and digital campaigns that mirror industry workflows.

Our experiential learning prepares you for high-growth careers in journalism, digital media, brand strategy, production, research, and corporate communication.

What You Learn

Mass media and communication
Introduction to journalism
Introduction to advertising and public relations
Introduction to visual language: Photography & videography
Corporate filmmaking
Film theory and practice
Communication research
Cyber journalism
Management principles and media business
Television journalism
Comparative media studies
Principles of event management

Advanced animation techniques and more

Future-Focused Learning With AI

AI now shapes the way most media teams operate, influencing everything from scripting and editing to studio workflows and brand campaigns. At iLEAD, students learn how to use AI as a creative and analytical support system, not a replacement for their skills.

You learn how to build prompts to refine ideas, improve research, strengthen storytelling, and speed up design, editing, and campaign planning with AI tools used across the industry. The focus stays on your craft, while AI helps you work smarter, faster, and with more clarity.

You become future-ready without becoming AI-dependent.

What We Offer

A 2-year MAKAUT-affiliated M.Sc in Media Science PG degree
Advanced modules in media analytics, storytelling, animation, design strategy, cyber journalism, content design, film theory and more
Immersive, practical, and experiential learning on shooting floors and studio environments
High-end chroma, audio and design studios for end-to-end media creation
Work on live shoots from day one
Create narrative-driven visuals using AI in our AI film lab
Get hands-on filmmaking and production experience with iLEAD Films - our own production house
Industry exposure and portfolio-ready projects
Professional mentorship and expert-led sessions
Internship & placement support

The iLEAD ADVANTAGES

Ranked 4th Best Media School in India by KPMG
Awarded Best Media & Mass Communication Institute at Gurukul Awards 2023
Faculty of leading film and media professionals
Access to 1,20,000+ books and 5,000+ digital AV resources
Earn While You Learn opportunities

Career Prospects

Journalist
Public relations professionals
Screenplay writer
Content writer/editor
Director
Photographer
Video editor
Cinematographer
Graphics Designer
Executive producer
Social media manager

Opportunities at iLEAD

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AI FILM LAB @iLEAD

Master the Future of Filmmaking

At iLEAD, you don’t just learn filmmaking, you learn how to create cinematic visuals with AI technology. Our AI Film Lab trains students to use AI text, audio, and video generation tools to build scenes, design worlds, and shape stories with professional workflows.

What You Learn

Write AI-assisted scripts
Draft prompts that generate scenes
Create narrative-driven visuals
Blend camera & AI-generated footage
Practice end-to-end AI film production

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Personality

Development Program

Beyond technical training, iLEAD also shapes the person behind the skills through a structured Personality Development Program. Because grades help, but confidence takes you further.

60 hours of essential soft and life skills training (compulsory for all students).
Foreign language course for students.
Field trips, internships, and live projects for real exposure.
Co-curricular & extracurricular activities across the year.

Eligibility Criteria

Graduation (in any discipline) with an option for final year students (yet to appear for their exams) to also apply for provisional admission, and Post graduates in any discipline.
Students must appear for GD and PI at iLEAD. Final admission is subject to CET clearance and university approval of academic records.

Mass Media and Communication
Understanding Media in Historical Perspective
Introduction to Journalism
Indian Constitution, Media Laws and Ethics
Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations
Introduction to Visual Language: Photography & Videography
Still Photography & Videography lab
Life Style Management Skills: Advanced Soft Skills, Theatre Workshop
Basic Media Software (Lab)

Development & Environmental Communications
Folk, Traditional & Popular Media of India
Film Theory and Practice
Applications of Information Technology in Media
New Media & Cyber Technology
Writing, Editing practicals: Publishing a newsletter
Advanced Multimedia Software Lab
Digital Filmmaking Lab
Summer Internship

Print and Cyber Media

- 1. Management Principles and Media Business
  2. Communication Research
  3. Advanced Print Journalism and Photo Journalism
  4. Cyber Journalism
  5. Print Practical including photo journalism: Publishing a tabloid/ newspaper
  6. Conducting a media research related to print or cyber media
  7. Web Journalism Practicals: Creating an Interactive Web Page using Dreamweaver

Electronic & Entertainment Media (Radio & Television)

- 1. Management Principles and Media Business
  2. Communication Research
  3. Radio: Theory & Practice
  4. Television Journalism
  5. Production of a studio based television programme using a multi camera set up
  6. Conducting a media research related to television or radio
  7. Production of a Radio Drama/ Documentary

Multimedia & Visual Communication: Graphics & Animation

- 1. Management Principles and Media Business
  2. Research on Visualization & Design Strategies
  3. Graphic Design Principles, Typography & Layout
  4. Principles, Styles and History of Animation
  5. Design Software Lab: Designing invitation cards, brochures, book covers
  6. Animation Software Lab: Making a one minute 2D animation film
  7. Video / Composting Lab

Marketing Communication: Advertising, PR & Event

1. Management Principles and Media Business
2. Research on Copywriting & Visualization Strategies
3. Marketing Fundamentals & Corporate Communications
4. Consumer Behaviour& Brand Management;
5. Publicity for an event; Preparing press kit; Organizing a press conference
6. Comprehensive Multimedia Ad Campaign
7. Corporate film making

Print & Cyber Media

- 1. Comparative Media Studies
  2. Live Project
  3. Dissertation & Viva
  4. Opening a website & content creation
  5. Internship

Electronic & entertainment media (Radio & Television)

- 1. Comparative Media Studies
  2. Live Project
  3. Dissertation & Viva
  4. Production of a television news bulletin
  5. Internship

Multimedia & Visual Communication: Graphics & Animation

- 1. Advanced animation techniques
  2. Live Project: Developing corporate identity through logo & corporate stationery
  3. Dissertation & Viva
  4. Production of a TVC with animation
  5. Internship

Marketing Communication: Advertising, PR & Event

1. Principles of Event Management
2. Live Event Project
3. Dissertation & Viva
4. Planning and Executing an Exhibition
5. Internship

Detailed Syllabus Course Brochure

Learn With iLEAD Films

iLEAD is the first media institute to produce its own commercial and documentary films through its in-house studio, iLEAD Films.
Our Hindi feature Before You Die featured 40 iLEAD students as core crew members, giving them real on-set experience in production, scripting, editing, cinematography, costume design, and more.
With multiple films produced including Bapu, Aawaz, Dost, Chabi, 1971 - India's Finest Hour, Kusum Ka Biyaah, and KKHOJ, and more films in the pipeline, iLEAD Films offers students something rare in media education - direct, hands-on exposure from day one.

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FAQ

What does media science cover?

M.Sc in Media Science is a comprehensive degree program that teaches you how media works across print, electronic, broadcast, and digital platforms. The program focuses on practical skills, industry tools, and hands-on production work in film, journalism, digital media, advertising, public relations, content creation, production, editing, graphics, and storytelling.

How is iLEAD’s Media Science course different from a regular mass communication course?

iLEAD’s program focuses on industry practice, not just classroom theory. Students work on live shoots, digital content labs, media assignments, and live production projects from early semesters, and benefit from iLEAD’s own production house - iLEAD Films.

Why study M.Sc in Media Science at iLEAD Kolkata?

iLEAD has been ranked as the 4th Best Media School in India. Students learn from industry professionals, gain access to real film sets, join internships across media companies, take advantage of earn while you learn programs, and receive strong placement support. Students work on actual shooting floors, studios, editing floors, and ongoing projects under iLEAD Films.

Is the Media Science program affiliated with any university?

Yes. The M.Sc in Media Science at iLEAD is affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT).

What is the duration of the program?

It is a 2-year postgraduate degree with 4 semesters.

What is the eligibility for admission?

Graduation (in any discipline) with an option for final year students (yet to appear for their exams) to also apply for provisional admission, and Post graduates in any discipline. Students must appear for GD and PI at iLEAD. Final admission is subject to CET clearance and university approval of academic records.

Who are the faculty members?

You learn from a team of media professionals and academicians, led by Mr. Soumya Suvra Das (HOD), with 17 years of industry-academic experience. He is supported by a team of faculty members, including Ms. Aishwarya Chatterjee, Mr. Annesh Bilas Thakur, Mr. Ankan Roy, Ms. Aradhana Das, Mr. Mrityunjoy Saha, Ms. Srestha Sarkar, and Ms. Payel Shaw - professionals with strong academic and industry experience.

What career options can Media Science graduates pursue?

Graduates can pursue careers as journalists, public relations professionals, content writers and editors, directors/filmmakers, cinematographers, photographers, social media managers, advertising executives, designers, editors, screenplay writers, executive producers, advertising professionals, marketing professionals, graphics designers, and more.

Does iLEAD offer scholarships?

Yes. Merit-based scholarships are available for eligible students. Call 9163122222 for details.

Are there any Education Loan Facilities available?

Yes. iLEAD has partnerships with SBI and HDFC Bank for student loans.

How do I apply?

Apply online at www.ilead.net.in or visit the campus for assistance. For help or queries, call 9163122222.

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M.Sc in Media Science

Program Overview

What You Learn

Future-Focused Learning With AI

What We Offer

The iLEAD ADVANTAGES

Career Prospects

Opportunities at iLEAD

Faculty Speak

iLEAD Future Vista

Untold Stories of iLEADers

Key Partners

AI FILM LAB @iLEAD

What You Learn

Why It Matters

Student Experiences at iLEAD

Campus Buzz

Visit to Netaji Indoor Stadium- Image Craft Photo and Video Expo

Mis-En-BMS

Photowalk at College Street

Internship and Placement Drive by Eskay Group

Future Vista- Session on New Media

Personality

Development Program

Eligibility Criteria

Semesters

Learn With iLEAD Films

Blogs

FAQ

What does media science cover?

How is iLEAD’s Media Science course different from a regular mass communication course?

Why study M.Sc in Media Science at iLEAD Kolkata?

Is the Media Science program affiliated with any university?

What is the duration of the program?

What is the eligibility for admission?

Who are the faculty members?

What career options can Media Science graduates pursue?

Does iLEAD offer scholarships?

Are there any Education Loan Facilities available?

How do I apply?