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Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
About the Department

Realizing the vital need to cater to the professional requirements of humanity, Alagappa University has initiated a post-graduation program in the fields of journalism and mass communication.

Genesis

The Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) was introduced in 2014 in the Department of Lifelong Learning, and later it was renamed as M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication as per the UGC nomenclature in the Department of Lifelong Learning. In the year 2015, the M.Phil. in Media and Communication was introduced.

The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication was established at Alagappa University in 2019 under the Faculty of Arts with the objective of crafting the students become professionals in the press and media through hands-on, skill-based training. The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication has students from all over the country, especially from Kerala and West Bengal. The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication has students from all over the country, especially from Kerala and West Bengal.

The MA in Journalism and Mass Communication is a unique course that includes all media like press, radio, television, digital, alternative, and new media, focusing more on practicum than the current trend of only concentrating on visual media in the nation. The students have a wider scope and are currently placed in the leading media channels, the press, and academia, also becoming independent freelancers.

The value-added courses for prospective media students are added apart from the regular curriculum, like sports journalism, digital journalism, film appreciation, investigative journalism, forensic journalism, alternative journalism tour and travel journalism, and embedded journalism, giving added space for employability and confident placements to the students, which is distinctive in nature of the department.

Vision

To promote excellence in mass communication through instruction, research, and professional skill-oriented practice for preparing future professionals for media and mass communication and setting global standards by using state-of-the-art technology for building a knowledge-driven information society with logical application by contributing to human development and communicating with values and ethics.

Mission

To create an energizing learning and working environment that nurtures innovative ideas, creativity, inquiry, and rationality so that the students’ become leaders and innovators in the domain of media and mass communication. To accomplish this goal, the program couples practical experience with theoretical course work and supports a strong program of co-curricular, extracurricular, and internship activities on and off-field.

Further strive to educate ethical, socially responsible, well-rounded, and fair-minded journalists, media personnel, and producers in the field of media and mass communication and make them lifelong learners in society who can significantly consume as well as produce media content for personal and societal development.

Salient Feature of the Department
  1. Equipped media lab with all modern technologies and instruments
  2. Unique syllabus covering press, radio, TV, film, advertising and public relations, photography, videography, audio and visual editing, script and content writing, animation, audio and video production, short film making, voice recording, podcasting, etc.
  3. Two-time internship training in a span of one month in the press and media industry
  4. Support within Campus Community FM
  5. Special attention to rural students
  6. Distinctive coaching classes are organized for SLET and NET exams.
Scope and Furtherance
  1. There is a wide scope for immediate placement in the press and media as content writers, field reporters, cameramen and women, editorial assistants, TV and radio jackies and readers, content creators and producers, etc.
  2. Opportunities to place the faculty of journalism, media and communication, and visual communication in academic institutions.
  3. Sound knowledge to pursue doctoral research.
  4. Become independent free lancers in media and entrepreneurs to start independent media forums online and offline.
Contact Us
Senior Professor and Head, Chairperson

  1. Dr. N. Arunachalam

  2. Professor of Lifelong Learning assumed as Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication and Head in charge
  3. Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
  4. Alagappa University, Karaikudi – 630003, Tamil Nadu, India.


  2. arunachalamn@alagappauniversity.ac.in
  3. jmc@alagappauniversity.ac.in
  4. (+91) 4565 223267
Faculty
dean

Dr. N. Arunachalam

Professor and Head i/c

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director

Mr. M. Haribaskar

Teaching Assistant

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director

Ms. K. Nirosha Devi

Teaching Assistant

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Programmes on Offer
Sl. No. Programme Level Name of the Programmes Action
1PGM.A. Journalism and Mass Communication
Fees Structure
M A Journalism and Mass Communication
Programme Fees (Rs.)
Tuition Fee including Guest Lecture Fee 1,000
Computer / Lab Fee 1,200
SPL Fee 2,200
Other Fee 1,300
Special Lecture & Industrial Visit /Camp -
First Year Total Fee 5,500
Second Year Total Fee 5,500
  1. For SC/ST students, Rs. 4,500 only
  2. For PWD students, Rs. 2,300 only
  3. First Instalment in the First Semester: Rs. 5,000, and the second instalment is Rs. 500 in the second semester
Facilities
High End Editing Computer
Class Room
Media Lab
Equipments
  1. Two Smart Class Room with Interactive display Board
  2. One equipped Media Lab
  3. Beginner Four Channel Mixer
  4. Pope Active Speaker
  5. Panasonic LCD Projector
  6. Cannon Camera 1200 D
  7. Sony Camera HR X MC 2500
  8. Panasonic PV 100 Camera
  9. Minrrary PLZ Camera with Tripod
  10. Simpex Focus Light
  11. Samsung 40’’ TV
  12. Apple i mac Desk Top
  13. N way streaming server, WoW Za media server 3
  14. ELMO Visualizer
  15. N cast Tele Presenter
  16. ISO Mass Pack
  17. LCD Monitor
  18. Goose Mic
  19. Amplifier
Research
Dr. N. Johnson Principal Investigator Expectations of viewers' societal impact about Tamil News in Television Channels of Tamil Nadu ICSSR Rs. Six Lakhs 2019-2021
Research Works Carried By the Department
  1. Content Analysis of Tamil E-Newspapers
  2. Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
  3. Application of social media among B.Ed. Trainees
  4. Effect of Online and Offline Educational Modes on Students in Higher Studies
  5. A Study on Social Media Marketing among Students in Higher Studies
  6. Passion vs. Profession: The Role of Photography among Students at Alagappa University
  7. Film Review of Selvaragavan's Aayirathil Oruvan
  8. Impact of Instagram on Students in Higher Education at Karaikudi
  9. Reflection of Social Justice: Pariyerum Perumal, A Tamil Film
  10. A Study on Chettinadu Silver Ornaments and Vessels
  11. Impact of Electronic Media on Print Media: An Opinion Study among College Students
  12. The Impact of Film Violence on the Mental Health of Children: A Study
  13. Application of Information Technology by Students in Higher Education at Karaikudi
  14. Film Review of Sudha Kongara Prasad's Soorarai Pottru
  15. The Influence of Media on Suicidal Thoughts among Students: An Opinion Study
  16. Drug Awareness of Social Media Users: A Special Reference Study among Youngsters in Karaikudi
  17. Smart Phone Habituation in Teenagers
  18. Alagappar Community FM Radio: A Case Study
  19. Film Review of Gowtham Ramachandran's Gargi
  20. Cyberbullying among Students in Higher Education
  21. Women Opinion on Prime Time Shows in Tamil Channels
Alumni

Alumni and their connection with the institution are vital for the growth of every higher education institution. The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication values its alumni from 2016 to the present. From 2018 to 2023, the department of journalism and mass communication will have 57 alumni who have all communicated and contributed to the department.

It is a source of pride for the department of journalism and mass communication that all of its alumni have achieved significant success in the press & media and has gone on to become a star alumnus.

The details of the distinguished alumni, as well as the alumni list from 2018 to 2023, are provided here.

Star Alumni

S.NoAlumni DetailsOrganization
1R. Priyadarshini,
(2021-2023)
Assistant Professor
J. J College, Sivapuram
Pudukkottai
2K. Nirosa devi ,
(2021-2023)
Assistant Professor (Tenure)
JMC in CDOE
Alagappa University Special Research Project on “Unsung Freedom Fighters of Tamil Nadu”
Chimbunirosa651@gmail.com
3M. Rakshana,
(2021-2023)
Sub Editor,
News Seven Tamil
Chennai
4B. Nithya,
(2021-2023)
Web Designer,
News Seven Tamil
Chennai
5K. Muruganatham,
(2020-2022)
Trainee Video Producer,
ABP Nadu News
muruga1720@gmail.com
6S. Mohamed Arafath
(2020-2022)
Social Media Executive
Malaimurasu News TV Channel,
Calmiarabia3@gmail.com
7J S Anju
(2020-2022)
Anchor and Editor
Social Media Executive
Pesu Tamizha Pesu and Nation First
8Sivaganesan Nagappan ,
(2019-2021)
Editor
Musingly Creative Services
Sivaoffice12@gmail.com
9K.Gangadaran,
(2018-2020)
Assignment Editor,
Thanthi TV
Gangagani19@gmail.com
10M J Ayana,
(2020-2022)
Sub Editor
Shekinah News, Thalikode, Pattikkad P.O.
Thrissur, Kerala, India
11A. Arunprakesh
(2018-2020)
Content Writer (Political)
Nakkheeran
Prakesharun1308@gmail.com
12R. Pandiyarajan
(2018-2020)
Sports and Education Reporter
Polimer news
Pandirj97@gmail.com
13J. Jayasri,
(2018-2020)
Sub Editor
Captain News
Jayarajjayasri1997@gmail.com
14G. Sridhar
(2018-2020)
Social Media Executive
Thanthi TV
Sridhar6gv@gmail.com
15A.Rajeev Prasad
(2018 -2020)
Cinematographer
Gettimelam Studio, Karaikudi
rajeevprasad6@gmail.com
16P. Nagavalli
(2017-2019 & 2019-2020)
Asst. Prof (Tenure)
Dept of Journalism and Mass
Communication and CDOE
Alagappa University, Karaikudi
nagavallimjmcau@gmail.com
17K. Sentamilraj
(2017-2019 & 2019-2020)
Assistant professor and Head
Department of Visuals Communication
Sasurie College of Arts and Science, Tirupur
sentamilmjmcku@gmail.com
18A. Catherin Esther Roselin,
(2018-2019)
Assistant Professor
Department of Visual Communication
Holly Cross College, Trichy
Catherinraj96@gmail.com
19Jayalakshmi Ramalingam,
(2017-2019)
Multimedia Content Producer
Standpoint Media Networks
jayarampadma@gmail.com
20R. Priyadharshini
(2017-2019)
Content writer
Anandha Vikatan Publication
prikuttymjmc@gmail.com
21R. Haripriya,
(2017-2019)
Guest Lecturer, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
Thiru VI.KA Govt Arts college , Thiruvarur
harirvmjmc@gmail.com
22Salin Dhas
(2017-2018)
Assistant Professor
Noorul Islam College of arts and Science Kumaracoil, Thuckalay- 629180
salindhas12@gmail.com
23K. Karthi,
Assistant Professor,
(2016-2018 & 2018-2019)
Dept of Visual Communication
AVS College of Arts and Science, Salem
ambikarthi72@gmail.com
24Vinoth Nathan. T
(2016-2018)
Political Strategist & Visual EditorTamil Niram
vinodvinod18696@gmail.com
25Gowsalya Mari,
(2016-2018)
Senior Sub Editor,
News Tamil 24*7
gowsalyapmk@gmail.com
26Powniya K ,
(2016-2018)
Journalist
Dinakaran (Tamil daily)
powniyamjmc@gmail.com
27M. Arunkumar
(2016-2018)
Sub Editor
Journalist
News J Channel, Chennai
28V. Anitha,
(2014-2016, 2016-2017)
Assistant Professor,
Dept of Visual Communication,
J.J College of Arts and Science, Pudukkottai
anithajmc08@gmail.com
29Vijayaraj ,
(2014-2016, 2016-2017)
Phd (Pursuing),
SRM institute of science and Technology, Chennai
30J. Vaishnavi,
(2014-2016)
VAO, Village Assistant,
Revenue And Disaster Management Department, Thiruvarur (DT)
gunavaishnavidev@gmail.com
Alumni List

S. No. Registration Number Name of the Student
2018-2019
1 2017515001 G.Babitha
2 2017515002 P.Bhanupriya
3 2017515003 R.Haripriya
4 2017515004 R.Jeyakamalayeeswari
5 2017515005 S.Jeyalakshmi
6 2017515006 R.Meena
7 2017515007 P.Nagavalli
8 2017515008 M.Nivetha
9 2017515009 M.Ponni
10 2017515010 R.Priyadharshini
11 2017515011 K.Rajadurai
12 2017515012 R.Rajeshkumar
13 2017515013 K.Sentamilraj
14 2018515001 A.Catherine Esther Roselin
15 2018515002 M.Pradeepa
2019-2020
1 2018515001 A.Arunprakash
2 2018515002 K.Gangadaran
3 2018515003 M.Harini
4 2018515004 S.Iyappan
5 2018515005 J.Jayasri
6 2018515006 R.Kamatchi
7 2018515007 R.Pandiyarajan
8 2018515008 S.Priyadharshini
9 2018515009 S.Rajapathran
10 2018515010 A.Rajeev Prasad
11 2018515011 T.Selvasuriyan
12 2018515012 G.Sridhar
13 2019515001 P.Deeparajeswari
14 2019515002 S.Krishnakumar
15 2019515003 P.Nagavalli
16 2019515004 R.Rajeshkumar
17 2019515005 K.Sentamilraj
2020-2021
1 2019515001 P.Atchaya
2 2019515002 PL Kaverimaniyan
3 2019515003 S.Nithyadharshini
4 2019515004 S.Raghul
5 2019515005 N.Sivaganesan
6 2019515006 A.Tharani
2021-2022
1 2020515001 C. Amsavarthini
2 2020515002 Anju J. S
3 2020515003 Ayana M. J
4 2020515004 Krishnapriya. T. R
5 2020515005 S. Mohamad Arafath
6 2020515006 K. Muruganandam
7 2020515007 R. Mutharasi
2022-2023
1 2021515001 R. Aartheeswari
2 2021515002 M. Jayarakshna
3 2021515003 P. Muthumari
4 2021515004 B. Nagagowri
5 2021515005 K. Nirosha Devi
6 2021515006 B. Nithya
7 2021515007 P. Pandiselvan
8 2021515008 R. Priyadharshini
9 2021515009 P. Santhiya
10 2021515010 E. Saranya
11 2021515011 Sreeta Sarkar
12 2021515013 M. Supashine
Student Council

The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at Alagappa University is functioning with their academic councils for the years 2023–2024, involving faculty and students. The department has formulated and functioned well. The academic council was

  1. Grievances and Redressal Council
  2. Cultural Council
  3. Academic Placement
  4. The Grievances and Redressal Council of the department was functioning twice a month to chart out and solve grievances raised by the students.
  5. The cultural council also met twice a month and made arrangements for the cultural events and other competitions during the year.
  6. The academic council met two times in a month to fulfil the curriculum and practical needs, indoor and outdoor practical’s extra.
  7. The placement council met twice in a month and arranged an internship program and placement requirements according to the situation and need.
Grievances and Redressal Council
S.No Name of the Student Designation
1 Ganesan K Member
2 Seenivasan S Member
3 Abirami T Member
4 Vinitha K Member
5 Sabarithaa V Member
6 Murugesan M Secretary
7 Aravinthraj R Joint Secretary
8 Kanimozhi M Member
9 Ashika Jasmine R Secretary
10 Varsha U Member
11 Venkadesh S Member
12 Sethupathy A Member
13 Lathika N Member
14 Nagavalli P Vice Chairman
15 Dr. N. Arunachalam Chairman
Cultural Council
S.No Name of the Student Designation
1 Prof Dr. N. Arunachalam Adviser
2 Nagavalli P Adviser
3 Sahana M President
4 Abimanyu R Treasurer
5 Karunadevi M Member
6 Nithyasri V Member
7 Ganesan K Member
8 Mathiyarasan C Member
9 Saran A Vice President
10 Udaya Prabhakaran A Member
11 Kalaiselvi G Joint Secretary
12 Shajitha Barveen B Member
13 Lathika Mol C S Member
14 Sathyapriya M Member
15 Senthilkumaran V Member
Academic Council:
S.No Name of the Student Designation
1 Prof Dr. N. Arunachalam President
2 Nirosha Devi K Vice President
3 Seenivasan S Secretary
4 Sujitha M Member
5 Prem Kumar M Vice President - 2
6 Mathiyarasan C Member
7 Jawakath Barhan S Member
8 Alagumani K Joint Secretary
9 Senekapriya P Member
10 Juveriya Banu S Member
11 Jeyapritha R Member
12 Lathika Mol C S Member
13 Varsha U Member
14 Soundryalahari H Member
15 Sushmitha T Member
Placement

Alagappa University has conceded distinctive actions headed for grooming the personality of the students and placement of every student in the field of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Usually, the final year students’ start preparing for their placements in the last semester only in other academic institutions but Alagappa University guided students in placement throughout the course of their study with two internship training.

All the candidates of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Alagappa University have a unique opportunity to serve in the Press, Radio, Television, Advertising & Public Relations, Media Industry, Media R & D and Academic Institutions.

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Alagappa University provides two time internships and creating opportunities for the placements to in all the leading News-Channels, Newspapers, FM Radio Stations, YouTube Channels, Multi Media, Social Media and Advertising Agencies on the potency of practical training.

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Alagappa University provide internship training in the organizations like Sun TV, Jaya TV, Thanthi TV, News 7, Puthu Yugam TV, Vijay TV and SUN News, Jaya News, J News, Polimer News, Captain News, News Tamil 24*7, Puthiyathalaimurai, Lotus News, Malai Murasu TV and Dinakaran, Dinamani, The Hindu, The Indian Express, Ananda Vikatan, Nakheeran and FM Radios, Community Radios etc.,

The entire process of selection wholly depends upon the abilities, skills and interest areas of the student along with the needs, demands and norms of the industry with ethics and values. Our students are placed in:

Total Placed
2018-2019 15 09
2020-2021 17 12
2021-2022 07 05
2022-2023 12 04
2023-2024 15 03
Channels/Press/Institutions
  1. Sun TV Networks
  2. Thanthi TV
  3. Polimer News TV
  4. News 7
  5. Puthuyugam TV
  6. Puthiya Thalaimurai TV
  7. Captain News TV
  8. News Tamil 24*7 TV
  9. Malai Murasu News TV
  10. ABP Nadu News
  11. Nation First News You Tube Channel
  12. Pesu Tamizha Pesu You Tube Channel
  13. Stand Point Media Networks
  14. CTC Media Boy –Movie Promotions
  15. Shekinah News, Kerala
Channels/Press/Institutions
  1. Aananda Vikatan Weekly
  2. Dinakaran Daily
  3. Nakkheeran
  4. The Indian Express
Academics
  1. Assistant Professors in Journalism and Mass Communication/Visual Communication/Media Studies
  2. Head in Journalism and Mass Communication/Visual Communication/Media Studies
  3. Pursuing PhD (Full Time/ Part Time)
Government Jobs
  1. Placing in Government Jobs via Service exams
Events & Extension Activities

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