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Subharti University distance MA (JMC)
A two-year master's in journalism and mass communication, for graduates heading into media, PR or communication roles.
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The MA (JMC) at a glance
| Awarded by | Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, Meerut |
|---|---|
| Mode | Distance and online |
| Duration | 2 years, up to 4 years to complete |
| Eligibility | A bachelor's degree |
| Total fee | ₹42,000 (₹23,000 a year) |
| Admission | On eligibility, with no entrance test; cycles usually open in January and July |
| Admission and study support | IICT and IIPM, Lucknow |
What you study
The MA (JMC) takes media work to postgraduate level: reporting and editing, broadcast and digital media, public relations, advertising and media research.
Graduates of any discipline are eligible, which makes this a common way into media for people who studied something else first. The degree opens the door; the portfolio you build alongside it is what walks you through.
How it runs by distance
In distance mode you work through the programme's study material in your own time and submit assignments, and the term-end examinations are the university's. Admission and study support are facilitated by IICT and IIPM, Lucknow. Before paying, ask in writing how examinations will be held for your session — at a centre or online — since that decides your travel and leave.
The programme is designed for 2 years, and the university allows up to 4 years to complete it if you need longer.
Fees and payment plans
| Single payment | ₹42,000 |
|---|---|
| Annual instalments, in total | ₹46,000 |
| Semester instalments, in total | ₹48,000 |
Pay into the university's own account and keep the receipt for every payment. Figures follow the current fee card; confirm the fee for your session.
Who it suits, and who it doesn't
It suits you if you are a graduate moving into journalism, content, PR or corporate communication, or you want the postgraduate degree for teaching media.
Look elsewhere if you only need practical media skills quickly — a short course may get you there sooner.
What it leads to
- The UGC-NET in Mass Communication and Journalism
- A PhD in mass communication
- Senior media and communication roles
Recognition, briefly
Subharti University is NAAC A accredited and sets out its UGC recognition on its accreditation page. Its distance programmes run under the UGC's Distance Education Bureau, and the UGC's 2022 public notice treats degrees earned by distance from recognised institutions as equivalent to conventional ones. Check the MA (JMC) on the DEB portal for your session before you enrol.
About this page. DistanceLearning.MBA is an independent guide, not the university. Enquiries sent from this page reach IICT and IIPM, Lucknow, who facilitate admission to Subharti's distance programmes; the degree itself is awarded by the university. Fees follow the current fee card — confirm yours for your session, and pay only the university.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Subharti distance MA (JMC) take?
The programme is designed for 2 years, and the university allows up to 4 years to complete it if you need longer.
Who can join the Subharti distance MA (JMC)?
The fee card's eligibility is a bachelor's degree. Admission is on eligibility, with no entrance test.
What does the Subharti distance MA (JMC) cost in total?
The fee card puts the whole programme at ₹42,000 (₹23,000 per year of study), with 3 payment options listed above.
Do I need a BJMC before the MA (JMC)?
No. The fee card lists any bachelor's degree as eligibility.
Is there regular classroom attendance?
No. In distance mode you study from the material and complete assignments and term-end examinations. Ask the university whether any contact sessions or practical components apply to your session.