Bachelor of Arts in English, and Mass Communication & Journalism (BA-EMCJ)
The Bachelor of Arts in English, and Mass Communication & Journalism (BA-EMCJ) is an intensive four-year academic program offered by the Department of Languages and Mass Communication at Kathmandu University School of Arts (KUSOA). Aimed at producing human resources with specializations in English as well as Mass Communication and Journalism, Introduce students to the diverse fields of literary and cultural studies, encouraging scholarship and critical thinking in various interconnected areas. Hence, the curriculum of BA-EMCJ comprises core courses from English as well as Mass Communication and Journalism, and other courses from inter/multi-disciplinary areas. Students can choose courses from diverse areas within language, literature, journalism, professional communication, and academic writing that align with the discipline’s broad scope. The BA-EMCJ is designed to build students’ skills and knowledge for diverse professions.
Graduate Attributes:
The graduates develop the following attributes upon completing the BA-EMCJ program:
- A solid foundation for careers in research, writing, teaching, journalism, digital communication, and entrepreneurship.
- A strong basis for advanced studies in literature, social sciences, and journalism, tailored to students’ interests.
- Extensive learning experiences that explore the evolving trends and traditions in literature, journalism, and mass communication.
- Alignment with Kathmandu University’s mission to provide quality education for leadership, nurturing interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty and students for the application of knowledge in the service of society.
Career Options for Graduates
The graduates of BA-EMCJ from KUSOA will gain the required academic qualification, experience, and expertise to set up their careers in private, public, and other organizational sectors. The interdisciplinary courses adapted into this academic program help our graduates build and foster academic knowledge, professional skills, and soft skills that open doors to career paths in the competitive market. KU’s graduates get an ample number of opportunities to set up their careers in diverse fields such as teaching, designing, content writing, advertising, marketing, and managing public relations.
Our graduates are the future leaders in their fields. They have a wide choice of career options, including civil service, work with government departments, multilateral agencies, think tanks, private sector, and the universities for further studies:
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Course Title: Bachelor of Arts in English, and Mass Communication & Journalism (BA-EMCJ)
Credits: 120
Duration: 4 years (Eight semesters)
Number of Seats Allotted: 20
Eligibility Criteria: All applicants must have completed their high school (10+2) or equivalent education in any discipline. All candidates seeking admission must take an Entrance Examination as required by Kathmandu University.
Affordable Fees. Scholarships Available for Needy and Meritorious Students
Course Structure
First Year
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
| Semester I | ||
| ENGL 151 | English I | 3 |
| NEPL 151 | Nepali I | 3 |
| ENGS 101 | Poetry | 3 |
| MEDS 104 | Basic Journalism I | 3 |
| BMCJ 106 | Introduction to Mass Communication and Journalism | 3 |
| Semester II | ||
| ENGL 152 | English II | 3 |
| NEPL 152 | Nepali II | 3 |
| NEPS 151 | Nepal Studies | 3 |
| ENGS 151 | Introduction to Linguistics and Phonetics | 3 |
| MEDS105 | Basic Journalism II | 3 |
Second Year
| Semester III | ||
| PHIL 201 | Philosophy | 3 |
| ENGL 203 | Professional Writing | 3 |
| PSYC 202 | Psychology | 3 |
| ENGS 203 | British and American Fiction | 3 |
| MEDS 212 | Photojournalism | 3 |
| Semester IV | ||
| ENGS 251 | Drama | 3 |
| ENGS 252 | Nepali Writings in English | 3 |
| ENGL 255 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| MEDS 209 | Research Methodology | 3 |
| MEDS 253 | Broadcasting and Digital Media | 3 |
Third Year
| Semester V | ||
| ENGS 301 | Literary Criticism | 3 |
| ENGS 302 | Ethnographic and Life Writings | 3 |
| ENGS 303 | Rhetoric and Composition | 3 |
| MEDS 315 | Film Studies | 3 |
| MEDS 317 | Media Ethics and Law | 3 |
| Semester VI | ||
| ENGS 351 | Eco Writings and Criticism | 3 |
| ENGS 352 | South Asian Literature in English | 3 |
| ENGS 353 | Children’s Literature | 3 |
| ACAW 351 | Academic Writing | 3 |
| MEDS 351 | Public Relations, Advertising and Marketing | 3 |
Fourth Year
| Semester VII | ||
| ENGS 401 | Trends in English Literature | 3 |
| ENGS 402 | Translation Studies | 3 |
| ENGS 403 | Indigenous/Ethnic Creations | 3 |
| ENGS 404 | Internship | 3 |
| ENGS 405 | Diaspora, Migration, and Cosmopolitanism | 3 |
| Semester VIII | ||
| ENGS 451 | Creative Non-fiction (Travelogue, Essay etc.) | 3 |
| ENGS 452 | Ageing, Gender, and Sexuality | 3 |
| ENGS 453 | Project Work | 6 |
| MEDS 443 | Advanced Journalism Practices | 3 |
| Total Credits for Graduation (4 years) | 120 | |
Contact
Tel: +977 15913294,9801298094, 9801370644
Email: dolmc@ku.edu.np
https://kusoa.edu.np/dolmc