National School of Journalism and Public Discourse, Bengaluru (NSoJ Bengaluru) was established in 2014. NSoJ Bengaluru is regarded as one of the best institutions for providing journalistic education including a newsroom-focused curriculum which enables students to become professionals in both print, broadcast and digital media. The prestigious college is affiliated to Bengaluru City University (BCU) and has been approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). NSoJ Bengaluru's mission is to train ethical journalists committed to truth, justice, and democracy.
NSoJ Bengaluru's mission and impact have received international recognition, including by former US President Obama in a recent speech at Stanford University.NSoJ Bengaluru students have access to a global academic network of academics, professionals and organizations. Students are taught by a world-class faculty having top journalists, columnists, editors, authors, academics, magazine editors, documentary filmmakers, and digital media experts who are dedicated to providing quality education and training to their students.
Courses offered by NSoJ Bengaluru include B.A.(Hons.) in Journalism, B.A.(Hons) in Psychology, B.A.(Hons.) in English and B.A.(Hons.) in Political Science in accordance with the National Education Policy, 2020 (NEP) which was implemented for the first time in the country by the Government of Karnataka. Students must have passed their 10+2 school leaving examination from a recognised board of secondary education with a minimum score of 60%. Admissions are done through an online application process. The selection process is based on Objective Structured Assessment (OSA), which will comprise an hour-long written examination designed to test the candidates’ fitness and aptitude for the course along with an interview. Besides, eligible students can avail merit scholarships which include 'The Truth and Justice Scholarship' covering full tuition fees. There is an availability of financial aid for deserving students. The academic facilities provided by NSoJ Bengaluru include a well-stocked library, computer laboratories, editing studios, spacious classrooms, a news room, along with on-campus Wi-Fi access and a cafeteria.
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UGC
Admission Procedure
Students of National School of Journalism and Public Discourse, Bengaluru must have passed their 10+2 school leaving examination from a recognised board of secondary education with a minimum score of 60%. Admissions are done through an online application process. The selection process is based on an Objective Structured Assessment (OSA), which will comprise an hour-long written examination designed to test the candidates’ fitness and aptitude for the course along with an interview.
Faculty
A diverse and world-class faculty of top journalists, columnists, editors, authors, academics, magazine editors, documentary filmmakers, and digital media experts who are passionate about training, challenging, and supporting their students. The knowledgeable staff of the National School of Journalism and Public Discourse, Bengaluru assists them in gaining a better understanding of traditional industrial values while also preparing them for professions in the modern era.
Placements
Every year, students of the National School of Journalism and Public Discourse, Bengaluru receive many job offers. Some of the news organisations that conduct campus placements at NSoJ Bengaluru or where our current students and alumni have been placed or interned include CNN-News18, BBC Hindi, CNBC, The Hindu, Sportstar, India Today TV, Aaj Tak, NDTV, The Caravan, The Indian Express, News X, Overdrive, Asianet News Network, Republic TV, YourStory.com, The Times of India, Elle Magazine, CNBC Awaaz, The News Minute, The Better India etc. They conduct campus placements every year in the month of April. Because of their small, high-quality class size, there are more jobs available on campus than there are students. Their students can choose from a variety of media careers that are most suited to them.
Scholarships
National School of Journalism and Public Discourse, Bengaluru offers many merit scholarships and financial aid grants to qualified students each year. The grants demonstrate our commitment to recognising academic excellence and offering world-class training to future journalists who would otherwise be unable to pursue this opportunity due to financial constraints. It is to be mentioned specifically that UG students of this college are provided The Truth and Justice Scholarship, which covers full tuition fees for them.
Contact Details
ASKB Campus, Anand Nagar, Hebbal, Bangalore-560 024
9945275570
nsoj_bangalore@gmail.com
Latest Updates: 4th October, 2023
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