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Description
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has launched a new interdisciplinary MA in Media Studies programme under the Centre for Media Studies, School of Social Sciences. The course integrates media theory with practical exposure, focusing on key areas such as media, politics, society, digital communication, culture, and research methodologies.
Admission to this programme will be conducted through the CUET PG 2026 process.
About the MA in Media Studies Programme at JNU
Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Centre for Media Studies (CMS) aims to explore the intersection of media, technology, politics, and culture. The newly introduced MA programme is designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical training in media studies.
The course encourages students to critically examine the evolving media landscape shaped by digital technologies and social transformation.
Programmes Offered
The Centre offers the following academic options:
Two-year MA in Media Studies
One-year MA in Media Studies
The School promotes a multidisciplinary academic environment where students can take courses across different centres based on their interests and academic goals, while maintaining strong discipline-specific training.
Course Overview
The MA in Media Studies is designed as an interdisciplinary programme that builds both analytical and practical skills. It focuses on developing critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper understanding of media systems.
Students are exposed to interactions with media professionals and global academicians, helping them gain practical insights into contemporary media practices and research trends. The programme aims to prepare students for careers in media industries as well as academic research.
JNU MA in Media Studies Eligibility Criteria
Below is a summary of seat distribution for the Centre for Media Studies:
| Course | Code | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PWD |
| MA Media Studies (2-Year) | CMSM | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 1 |
| MA Media Studies (1-Year) | RMSM | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 1 |
For detailed information, candidates may visit the JNU official website.
Name of Centre | Sub. Code & Sub. Code Number | Eligibility | NTA Paper Subject & Code |
Centre for Economic studies and Planning (CESP) | Economics - ECOM (216) | Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks in aggregate and Economics as a subject. Mathematics at the 10+2 level is compulsory. | Economics (COQP10) |
Centre for Historical Studies (CHS) | Modern History - MODM (217) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks. | History (HUQP09) |
Medieval History - MEDM (218) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks. | History (HUQP09) | |
Ancient History - ANCM (219) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks. | History (HUQP09) | |
Centre for Political Studies (CPS) | Political Science - POLM (220) | Bachelor's degree under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks in Social Sciences and Humanities and 55% marks in Science & Technology disciplines. | Political Science (HUQP18) |
Centre for the Study of Regional Development (CSRD) | Geography - GEOM (221) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 45% marks. | Geography HUQP08 |
Centre for the Study of Social Systems (CSSS) | Sociology - SOCM (222) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 45% marks. | Sociology HUQP22 |
Centre for Philosophy (CP) | Philosophy (Two Year) - SPHM (229) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 45% marks. | Philosophy HUQP16 |
Philosophy (One Year) - RPHM (254) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+4 pattern of education with at least 45% marks. | Philosophy HUQP16 | |
Centre for Informal Sector and Labour Studies (CIS&LS) | Development and Labour Studies - DLSM (231) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks. | Development and Labour Studies HUQP06 |
Centre for Women's Studies | Women's Studies – WSPM (247) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 45% marks. | English (LAQP01) History (HUQP09) Political Science (HUQP18) Sociology (HUQP22) |
Zakir Husain Centre for Educational Studies | Education (Two Year) – EDUM (248) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks. | History (HUQP09) Sociology (HUQP22) Economics (COQP10) Psychology / Applied Psychology (HUQP20) Political Science (HUQP18) Philosophy (HUQP16) MA Education (COQP16) |
Education (One Year) – REDM (249) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+4 pattern of education with at least 50% marks. | History (HUQP09) Sociology (HUQP22) Economics (COQP10) Psychology / Applied Psychology (HUQP20) Political Science (HUQP18) Philosophy (HUQP16) MA Education (COQP16) | |
Centre for Media Studies | Media Studies (Two Year) – CMSM (252) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 45% marks. | History (HUQP09) Political Science (HUQP18) Anthropology (HUQP02) Arts and Aesthetics (HUQP04) Development and Labour Studies (HUQP06) Fine Arts (HUQP07) Geography (HUQP08) History of Art (HUQP10) Philosophy (HUQP16) Museology (HUQP13) Psychology/ Applied Psychology (HUQP20) Social Work (HUQP21) Sociology (HUQP22) Theatre (HUQP24) Disaster Studies (COQP09) Economics (COQP10) Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17) Public Health (COQP19) English (LAQP01) Linguistics (LAQP04) |
Media Studies (One Year) – RMSM (253) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+4 pattern of education with at least 45% marks. | History (HUQP09) Political Science (HUQP18) Anthropology (HUQP02) Arts and Aesthetics (HUQP04) Development and Labour Studies (HUQP06) Fine Arts (HUQP07) Geography (HUQP08) History of Art (HUQP10) Philosophy (HUQP16) Museology (HUQP13) Psychology/ Applied Psychology (HUQP20) Social Work (HUQP21) Sociology (HUQP22) Theatre (HUQP24) Disaster Studies (COQP09) Economics (COQP10) Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17) Public Health (COQP19) English (LAQP01) Linguistics (LAQP04) |
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