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The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Broadcasting & Journalism is a specialized undergraduate program designed for students aspiring to build careers in the dynamic fields of media, journalism, and broadcasting. This course equips students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in news reporting, content creation, video production, and multimedia storytelling. It covers a wide range of topics, including news writing, digital journalism, radio and television production, media ethics, and communication theories.

Through a blend of theoretical learning and hands-on practical experience, students gain expertise in using modern broadcasting tools, editing software, and digital platforms. The program also emphasizes critical thinking, research, and effective communication, preparing students to navigate the fast-evolving media landscape.

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for diverse roles such as journalists, news anchors, producers, content creators, and media analysts. The course not only fosters creativity and technical proficiency but also instills a strong sense of ethical responsibility, ensuring students contribute meaningfully to the media industry. By combining industry-relevant training with real-world exposure, this degree empowers students to become versatile professionals capable of shaping public discourse and excelling in the competitive world of broadcasting and journalism.

Department
Department
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES
Campus
Campus
Kirulapone NIC
Level
Level
Degree Programmes
Method
Method
Full Time
Duration
Duration
3 Years
Medium
Medium
English

Entry Requirements

  • GCE (O/L) 5 passes and GCE(A/L) with 2 passes
    OR

  • Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Sri Lankan Government.

Commencement

  • NIC (Kirulapone) – Pending

Programme Fees

Current Fee Structure

Current Fee Structure

  • Course Fee: LKR 1,500,000 + Registration Fee: LKR 8,000

    *Subject to change with prior notice. Conditions apply.

    Student loan facilities are available from BOC, NSB & NDB banks.

*Subject to change without prior notice. Conditions apply.

Course Structure and Modules

Semester 01

  • Writing Skills for Communicators

  • History of Journalism

  • News Media Institutions

  • Principles to Broadcasting

  • Introduction to Web Technology

  • Introduction to Management

Semester 02

  • News Writing and Reporting 1

  • Feature Writing

  • Screen Production Techniques

  • Digital Photography

  • Principles of Public Relations

  • Introduction to Marketing

Semester 03

  • News Writing and Reporting 2

  • Media Law and Ethics

  • Broadcast Scriptwriting

  • Graphic and Publication Design

  • Corporate Communication

  • Public Relations Writing

Semester 04

  • Media Audience Studies

  • Online and Mobile Journalism

  • TV News

  • Political News Analysis

  • Documentary Studies

  • Elective: Select One

  • Investigative Journalism

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Corporate Production

  • Global Classroom

Semester 05

  • Communication Research Methodology

  • Current Affairs & Talk Shows

  • Radio News

  • Newspaper Production

  • Social Psychology

  • Fundamentals of Organisational Behaviour

  • Internship

Semester 06

  • Dissertation

  • Broadcast Production Project

  • International Relations Studies

  • International Public Relations