Certificate Course in Media Studies and Journalism
About the Course
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- To provide foundational knowledge of Media Studies and Journalism.
- To develop communication and writing skills for various media platforms.
- To introduce learners to print, digital, and social media practices.
- To build practical skills in newsletter production, script writing, video editing, Radio Jockeying, Anchoring and TV journalism.
- To understand ethics, history, and impact of media in society.
- To provide real-time industry exposure through structured internship training.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
1.Six Months On-Campus Training
All enrolled students will undergo 6 months intensive offline training at the campus, which will include:
- Classroom lectures (Theory Sessions)
- Practical workshops and hands-on training
- Newsletter and media content production
- Video editing and digital media lab sessions
- Public speaking, anchoring and presentation exercises
- Radio jockeying studio practice sessions
- TV journalism reporting and anchoring practice
- Project development under faculty supervision
2.Mandatory Internship (30 Days)
All students must complete a 30 Days Mandatory Internship with:
COL Radio, University of Delhi or Any other recognized Media Institution / News Portal / Production House / Digital Media Platform
Internship Requirements
- Active participation in assigned media-related tasks
- Submission of Internship Report
- Submission of Work Portfolio
- Internship Completion Certificate (Mandatory for Final Certification)
3.Educational / Industrial Visit
During the course, students will also be taken for Educational / Industrial Visits to major public broadcasting organization’s in order to provide exposure to real media environments.
Students will visit various Government and Private Media Institutions, News Portals, Production Houses, and Digital Media Platforms to gain practical insights into the functioning of the media industry.
Objectives of the Visit
- To understand the structure and functioning of broadcast media organizations
- To observe radio and television production workflows
- To learn about news production, recording, editing and broadcasting processes
- To interact with media professionals and technical staff
- To observe studios, control rooms, and production units.
Batch Schedules & Commencement Dates
2 Active BatchesLEARNING OUTCOMES
After successful completion of the course (including internship), learners will be able to:
- Understand media theories and communication models.
- Write and edit content for print, digital and broadcast media.
- Create digital newsletters, podcasts and basic video productions.
- Perform radio jockeying and news anchoring confidently.
- Apply ethical standards in journalism practices.
- Gain practical exposure through internship in professional media environments.
- Develop and present a complete media-based project.
Offline Fee: ₹20000
Fees Remark: (Fees once paid will not be refunded.)
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Class Timing |
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Class Days: Sunday |
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
OLDC, Second Floor, ARC Building, University of Delhi, Opposite S.G.T.B. Khalsa College, Delhi-110007 |
ASSESSMENT PATTERN
- Continuous Practical Evaluation
- Newsletter / Content Writing Assignments
- Video Editing Project
- Radio / TV Presentation Practice
- Final Project Submission C Presentation
- Internship Report C Performance Evaluation
12th pass
Remark: in any stream.
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Eligibility: Open to all, including students of University of Delhi (DU). Applicants must have passed Class 12th from any recognised Board.
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Admission: Admission will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to seat availability.
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Fee Refund: No refund will be permitted once the course fee has been paid.
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Course Schedule: The course schedule may be subject to change depending on enrolment and administrative requirements.
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Course-related Decisions: All matters related to the course, including admission, scheduling, and other administrative decisions, shall be at the discretion of the Centre for Innovative Skill-Based Courses (CISBC), Open Learning Development Centre (OLDC), University of Delhi (DU).
- All rights regarding course structure and schedule are reserved by the Centre for Innovation and Skill Based Courses (CISBC), OLDC.
- Course commencement is subject to minimum batch strength enrollment requirements.
Course Curriculum Brochure
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Key Programme Dates & Batch Schedules
| Batch Name | Date Of Commencement | Class Schedule | Location / Venue | Status |
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| B2 | 1st Week of January 2027 (Tentative Schedule) | Classes on weekends (Sunday)Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | OLDC, 2nd Floor, ARC Building, Opp. SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi - 110007 | Upcoming |
| B1 | 05-07-2026 | Classes on weekends (Sunday) Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | OLDC, 2nd Floor, ARC Building, Opp. SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi - 110007 | Ongoing |