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Commitment To Diversity
SIUE received the 2017 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
High Ranking
U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges of 2018 lists SIUE among the Best Regional Universities Midwest for the 14th consecutive year and among the top 15 public universities in that category
Quality Education
SIUE offers nationally accredited academic programs of study with one of the lowest tuition and required fees of all four-year institutions in Illinois.
Academic Excellence
The National Science Foundation ranks SIUE second for federal research and development expenditures among all Carnegie master’s large, primarily residential universities.
Affordability
SIU is known for its affordable tuition rates and financial aid packages, making it an accessible option for many students.
Continuous Campus Growth
SIUE has recorded its third-highest all-time enrollment, with 14,142 students registered for fall 2018. This represents a less than one per cent drop from its all-time high fall 2017 semester.
About Bachelor of Science in Communication
At SIUE, the Mass communications program aims at preparing students to make a successful career in one of the fastest-growing and dynamic fields: Mass media. The Department of Mass Communications at SIUE is accredited by the highly-selective Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC). This means, that due to small class sizes our students get one-on-one attention from their instructors and their curriculum keeps up with changes in the media industry. SIUE students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and faculty members who dedicate themselves to serving the professional and intellectual needs of the students. The Department of Mass Communications offers four sequences: Print/Electronic journalism, TV-radio production, Advertising, and Corporate communications.
- Level : Bachelor
- Duration : 2 Years at Vidyalankar & 2 Years at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (USA)
- Specialization :
- Journalism
- Media Production
- Advertising and Strategic Media
Program Structure
- The BS Mass Communication course is a 4-year Bachelors Program. Students who have successfully completed the first 2 years of the Mumbai University BMM program at VSIT can opt to transfer to the University of SIUE Edwardsville. Such students are accepted by Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, directly into the 3rd year of the BS Mass Communication program. These students will then have an option to major in Corporate and Institutional Media Media Advertising Print/ Electronic Journalism Television/ Radio
Career Opportunities
- News Reporter/Journalist
- News Editor
- Multimedia Producer
- Media Strategist
- Communications Manager
- Public Relations Specialist
- Social Media Manager
- Creative Director
Fees
| 1st Year | Fees | Type |
|---|---|---|
| ₹ 1,500 | Enrollment fees | |
| ₹2,25,000 | Tuition fees | |
| ₹ 0 | Living expense | |
| 2nd Year | Fees | Type |
| ₹2,25,000 | Tuition fees | |
| ₹ 0 | Living expense | |
| 3rd Year | Fees | Type |
| USD $20,000 | Estimated Tuition fees | |
| USD $15,500 | Estimated Living Expenses | |
| 4th Year | Fees | Type |
| USD $20,000 | Estimated Tuition fees | |
| USD $15,500 | Estimated Living Expenses |
- *Fees might change as per the University Guidelines
Other Fees
| Item | Tentative Expense |
|---|---|
| Health Insurance | |
| IELTS Registration | ₹16,500 |
| Visa Fees | USD $185 |
| Sevis Fees | USD $350 |
Scholarships
- Vidyalankar students are granted a scholarship of approx $8,500 per year.
Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication
| Semester 1 - 4 | Course Name |
|---|---|
| Campus - Vidyalankar Institute, Wadala | |
| Bachelor of Mass Media | |
| https://viie.edu.in/mass-media-after-12th-syllabus/ |
| Semester 5 - 8 | Course Name |
|---|---|
| Campus - Edwardsville | |
| Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication | |
| https://www.siue.edu/academics/undergraduate/degrees-and-programs/mass-communications/curriculum.shtml |
- Electives and some core courses may change according to pre-requisites required for selected specialization/major
- Students must also study some of mandatory courses (apart from provided electives) after transferring as directed by the university
- Number of transferrable credits from Vidyalankar are 58/50% of total to graduate
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