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ABP Course Guide: Best Media and Entertainment Courses After Class 12

ABP Course Guide: From journalism to animation, here’s a detailed guide to the best media and entertainment courses after Class 12 and the careers they offer.

ABP Course Guide: Choosing the right course after Class 12 is a crucial step for students aiming to build a career in media and entertainment. From journalism and advertising to animation and digital media, the sector offers diverse opportunities backed by strong industry demand. Based on course guides and industry insights, here is a detailed look at the top undergraduate degrees, diploma programmes, and short-term certifications that students can consider after completing school.  

Undergraduate Degree Courses (3–4 Years)  

Undergraduate degrees, usually spanning three to four years, provide a strong academic foundation along with hands-on exposure.  

  • Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication (BJMC)  
  • BA in Multimedia and Mass Communication (BAMMC)  
  • BA in Journalism & Mass Communication (BAJMC)  
  • BSc in Animation and VFX  
  • BA (Hons) in Media Studies / Communication Studies  
  • BBA in Media Management  

Diploma Courses (1–2 Years)  

Diploma programmes, typically lasting one to two years, are designed to be skill-oriented and job-focused.  

  • Diploma in Journalism  
  • Diploma in Broadcast Journalism  
  • Diploma in Creative Media Production  
  • Diploma in Public Relations (PR)  
  • Diploma in Digital Media / Social Media Management  
  • Diploma in Animation  
  • Diploma in Graphic Design   

Short-Term & Certificate Courses (3–6 Months)  

  • Digital Marketing and Communication  
  • Photography  
  • Videography  
  • Content Writing  
  • Social Media Marketing  
  • Video Editing  

Top Institutes and Career Opportunities  

Renowned government institutions include Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi, AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, Lady Shri Ram College (Delhi University), and Delhi College of Arts and Commerce. Among private institutions, popular names are Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC), Pune, Manipal Institute of Communication, Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC), Mumbai, Christ University, Bengaluru, and Amity School of Communication. 

Career options span across media roles such as reporter, editor, news anchor, producer, and radio jockey; digital roles like social media manager, content creator, SEO specialist, and digital strategist; creative positions including animator, graphic designer, scriptwriter, and film editor; and corporate roles such as PR professional, brand planner, and media planner.  

Most of these courses are open to students from Arts, Commerce, or Science backgrounds, typically requiring at least 50 per cent marks in Class 12. Admissions to leading institutions often involve entrance tests such as CUET, IIMC entrance exam, or GIMCET. 

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