The MPhil (Media & Communication) is designed to equip scholars with advanced knowledge, critical thinking skills, and research expertise in media studies. This program focuses on theoretical foundations and empirical research, preparing students for academic, analytical, and policy-oriented careers in the evolving media landscape.
M.Phil Media and Communication
| Sr. No. | Area | Cr. Hrs. |
| a) | Courses | 24 |
| b) | Research Thesis | 06 |
| Total | - | 30 |
| (i) | At least 2.00 CGPA or 50% marks from an annual system in a relevant field |
| (ii) | Candidates are required to pass the UCP Admission Test with a 50% score or the GRE/HAT General/equivalent test with a passing score of 50%, followed by an interview by the Graduate Admission Committee |
| Weightage of Previous Academics | Weightage of Admission Test | Weightage of the Interview | Total |
| 20% | 50% | 30% | 100% |
Program Name: M.Phil. Media & Communication
Admission Fee: 25,000
| Per Credit Hour Fee | 1st Sem Total Fee | 1st Installment | 1st Installment with 25% Scholarship | 1st Installment with 30% Scholarship | 1st Installment with 50% Scholarship | 1st Installment with 75% Scholarship | Total Credit Hours | Total Fees (Incl Admission Fees) |
| 19,030 | 253,360 | 139,180 | 110,635 | 104,926 | 82,090 | 53,545 | 30 | 595,900 |
Semester 1 (12 Cr. Hrs.)
| Sr. No. | Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs. | Type |
| 1 | MC5423 | International Communication | 3 | Optional |
| 2 | MC5413 | Communication Research Methods – I | 3 | Compulsory |
| 3 | MC5533 | Academic Writing for Social Sciences | 3 | Optional |
| 4 | MC5403 | Approaches to Mass Communication Studies - I | 3 | Compulsory |
Semester 2 (12 Cr. Hrs.)
| Sr. No. | Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs. | Type |
| 1 | MC5443 | Communication Research Methods – II | 3 | Compulsory |
| 2 | MC5523 | Data Analysis for Social Sciences | 3 | Optional |
| 3 | MC5433 | Approaches to Mass Communication Studies – II | 3 | Compulsory |
| 4 | MC5003 | M.Phil. Seminar | 3 | Compulsory |
Semester 3 & 4 (06 Cr. Hrs.)
| Sr. No. | Course Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs. | Type |
| 1 | MC6916 | Thesis | 6 | Compulsory |
- MPhil (Media and Communication) aims to prepare students to work in academia and media-related industries, including broadcasting organizations, print media outlets, advertising firms, and public relations departments of different organizations.
- MPhil degree holders can also secure PhD positions at UCP or any other prestigious university.
Each student enrolled in the M.Phil. (Media and Communication) program is required to complete 30 credit hours as mentioned in the program outline. To fulfill CGPA requirements, a student must achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 upon completion of the degree. The program is nominally a two-year course of study, spread over four semesters — Fall and Spring each academic year. The maximum duration allowed for completing the M.Phil. (Media and Communication) is four years.