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Program Overview

This Media Science course in Kolkata program at iLEAD strikes a balance between theory and practice, between academic rigour and industry exposure making it the best industry oriented journalism and mass communication course in Kolkata. Through carefully designed practical modules, the students give vent to their imagination in publishing, audio visual programming, designing and copywriting.
Our course of M.Sc in Media Science in Kolkata gives the students the best hands on training and practical exposure and also offers grooming to bring that extra edge to the students’ professional competence.

  • Learn in demand media skills including Comparative Media Studies, Advanced animation techniques, Visualization & Design Strategies, Graphic Design Principles, Typography & Layout, Cyber Journalism, Film Theory and more.
  • Gain experience while working on the shooting floor.
  • In house chroma and audio production studio.
  • Industry exposure and portfolio worthy projects.
  • Interact with experts, guidance from industry leaders, internship and placement assistance.
What Are We offering?

2 year postgraduate degree program of M.Sc in Media Science in Kolkata at iLEAD affiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT)

 

Highlights From The Course

Our Media Science course in Kolkata provides students with a lot of exposure to the theory as well as the practical world of media. Some of the highlights from the course include–

  • Mass Media and Communication
  • Introduction to Journalism
  • Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations
  • Introduction to Visual Language: Photography & Videography
  • Corporate film making
  • 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

*We follow a practice-based learning approach for students. This makes us one of the best BCA Colleges in Kolkata

Why the media industry?

This course of M.Sc in media science in Kolkata provides a great opportunity to the media persuaders to understand the industry needs and requirements. In today’s world where media has a strong hold on all the three sectors of economy, the career prospects for the media persuaders are the highest like never before.

  • By 2026, the media and entertainment industry of India is set to touch the milestone of Rs 4,30,401 crore.
  • By 2024, the revenue from advertisement is set to reach Rs 394 billion.
  • By 2024, the AVGC sector is set to reach Rs 3 lakh crore.
  • Video on demand and live video services in India on the OTT platforms is predicted to reach $5.12 billion by 2026.

iLEAD Advantages

  • It is the 4th Best Media School in India as per KPMG.
  • Recognised as the Best Media and Mass Communication Institute at Gurukul Awards 2023
  • High-end equipment and upgraded chroma studio for your projects.
  • Top ranking experts from film and media industry as guest and adjunct faculty .
  • iLEAD's own film and production units ensure hands-on experience from Day 1.
  • 1,20,000+ popular, rare and unique books in the library, 20+ journals and periodicals.
  • Around 4,000 audio visual content and very large digital library.
  • Internships, networking, live projects and industry exposure.
  • Merit Based Scholarships.
  • Earn While You Learn opportunities.
  • 100% placement assistance.

100 Hours Of Job Oriented Training

100 hours of exclusive job oriented practical training in the industry for the students will be provided. 50 hours of the program will include Personality Development classes & any one course on either Event Management, Photography, Digital Marketing, Design, Editing and One Foreign Language FREE OF COST (Beginners Level Only). And another 50 hours to include industry oriented training program in order to make students job ready. The training will include internships, field trips and more.

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Additional Courses And iLEAD Diploma

Once you are in iLEAD, you can also take up the short-term professional courses offered by iLEAD. One short-term course is offered completely free of cost to a regular iLEAD student. These courses help you to be industry ready. Classes for these courses are generally held during weekends.

iLEAD DIPLOMA

In order to impart holistic education to you and make you competent professionals in diverse fields, iLEAD goes beyond the curriculum and engages the students in challenging ‘on campus’ and ‘off campus’ activities. At least twice every month, experts from different fields are invited to deliver lecturers at iLEAD. Our students receive the Diploma at the end of the under graduate or post graduate programme as a value addition to the university degree. The diploma will mention the non academic credit points accumulated by the student in the six semesters of the graduation programme.

Highlights of the Diploma Program

You can collect one credit point by imparting at least six hours of community service or being involved in co-curricular and extracurricular work. It is compulsory for our every student to take up at least one online course offered by Coursera. You will get two credit points on successful completion of one course.

iLEAD's Personality Development Program
  • A 60-hour training module for soft & life skills with focus on personality development (Compulsory for all students).
  • A foreign language course for students.
  • Field trips, internships, live projects.
  • Participation in co-curricular and extracurricular activities.

*Conditions Apply

Eligibility Criteria

  • Graduation (in any discipline) with option for final year students (yet to appear for their exams) to also apply for provisional admission.
  • Post graduates in any discipline.
  • Students have to appear in Common Entrance Test (CET) of MAKAUT and the college Selection Rounds (Group Discussion & Personal Interview) for enrollment.
  • To know more about GD/PI click here.

Course Structure

    1. Mass Media and Communication
    2. Understanding Media in Historical Perspective
    3. Introduction to Journalism
    4. Indian Constitution, Media Laws and Ethics
    5. Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations
    6. Introduction to Visual Language: Photography & Videography
    7. Still Photography & Videography lab
    8. Life Style Management Skills: Advanced Soft Skills, Theatre Workshop
    9. Basic Media Software (Lab)
    1. Development & Environmental Communications
    2. Folk, Traditional & Popular Media of India
    3. Film Theory and Practice
    4. Applications of Information Technology in Media
    5. New Media & Cyber Technology
    6. Writing, Editing practicals: Publishing a newsletter
    7. Advanced Multimedia Software Lab
    8. Digital Filmmaking Lab
    9. 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

Faculty

Mr. Soumya Suvra Das

Head of the Department, Associate Professor in the Media Department with experience of 17 years

Ms. Aishwarya Chatterjee

Faculty in the Media Department with experience of 17 years

Ms. Maariyah Siddique

Associate Professor in the Media Department with experience of 8 years

Mr. Ankan Roy

Faculty in the Media Department with an experience of 3.5 years

Mr. Annesh Bilas Thakur

Faculty in the Media Department with an experience of 10 years

Ms. Aradhana Das

Faculty in the Media Department with an experience of 5 years

Mr. Mrityunjoy Saha

Faculty in the Media Department with an experience of 5 years

An Exclusive Exposure To The Knowledge Of Filmmaking

iLEAD is the first media and film institute to produce commercial movies by itself and have its own production vertical, iLEAD Films. iLEAD Films has produced Hindi commercial movie ‘Before You Die’ with 40 media and film students as key crew members. This has allowed them to learn various aspects of filmmaking on the shooting floor ranging from production, scripting, editing, cinematography, costume designing, and more. With more such upcoming films to be produced under the banner of iLEAD Films, we aim to provide students with an exclusive exposure to the knowledge of filmmaking.

Course Fees

Semester
Fees
Registration Amount
Rs. 50,000
Semester 1
Rs.1,34,250 (Admission fees & 1stSemester Fee)
Semester 2
Rs. 65,250
Semester 3
Rs. 65,250
Semester 4
Rs. 65,250
Grand Total
Rs.3,80,000

Scholarship Programs

Student Loan Available

Our Loan Partners

For New Students

Key Partners

Draupnir Capital Incubation Centre at iLEAD

iLEAD now has partnered with Draupnir Capital Incubation Centre, a premier private equity advisory firm dedicated to empowering young startups.

Draupnir Capital is exclusively focused on our very own iLEAD students, graduates, and alumni, ensuring they receive unparalleled support – be it resources, capital, intellectual property, or administrative guidance.

We’ve also joined forces with the State Bank of India, amplifying the support network for our budding visionaries. This strategic alliance among Draupnir Capital Incubation Centre, iLEAD, and the State Bank of India promises a transformative impact on the entrepreneurial landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does media science cover as a discipline?

M.Sc in Media Science is a comprehensive degree program that covers all the practical aspects of any type of media production. The course is upgraded as per industry standards and equips students with the latest technology and knowledge. Be it using software or editing, producing or just writing content on any platform of digital media, print media or electronic media, this course will make you skilled in every sphere of media.

2. How is iLEAD’s media science course in Kolkata different from any journalism and mass communication course?

Our media science course in Kolkata is far more industry oriented than any other journalism and mass communication course in Kolkata. It provides hands on training and practical experience to the students.

3. Why should one take up M.Sc in Media Science in Kolkata at iLEAD?

iLEAD is recognised as the 4th Best Media School in India. Our own production vertical produces documentaries and films with commercial and historical importance. Students are provided hands on training and exposure on the shooting floor of any project under iLEAD Films and iLEAD Studio. Students can also avail great opportunities for internships, placements and earn while you learn programs from iLEAD. 100 hours of exclusive job oriented practical training in the industry, one foreign language and personality development programs are also provided to students at free of cost.

4. Is the media science course in Kolkata offered by iLEAD affiliated to any university?

iLEAD’s course of M.Sc in Media Science in Kolkata is affiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam University of Technology.

5. What is the duration of the program?

It’s a 2 year degree program with 4 semesters.

6. What is the eligibility to enroll in the program?

Graduation (in any discipline) with option for final year students (yet to appear for their exams) to also apply for provisional admission, and Post graduates in any discipline.

7. What are the career opportunities after completing the course?

Once you complete the course, you can choose your career as per your interest. You can become a journalist/ PR professional/ content specialist/advertising professional/marketing professional/graphics designer/photographer/editor/social media manager/ screenplay writer/director/cinematographer and more.

8. Are scholarships available for the program?

Yes. Merit Based Scholarships are available. Students need to contact the college to know more. Call 9163122222 for details.

9. Are there any Education Loan Facilities available?

Yes. 10 EMIs @ 3.65% Interest | 8 EMIs @ 3% Interest | 6 EMIs @ 2.5% Interest

10. What is the admission procedure?

Candidates are to apply directly on college website (www.ilead.net.in) by online process for admission or visit the college premise. Call 9163122222 for details.

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