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AJK Mass Communication Research Centre
Jamia Millia Islamia
Syllabus of M.A Mass Communication Entrance Test
Paper I: Multiple Choice Questions (100 Marks)
Paper II: Descriptive (100Marks)
Interview: 45 Marks
Portfolio: 55 Marks
Objective: The aim of the written test and interview is to test the knowledge and aptitude of the candidate and to ascertain the fact that the applicant is suitable for the course in which s/he is seeking admission.
Paper I: Multiple Choice Questions
Marks: 100
Duration: 2 Hours
100 Multiple choice questions will be asked in this paper. The questions will be asked on the following subjects/topics:
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2.
3.
4.
National and international political issues/personalities.
General knowledge.
Film, television and other media
Art, literature and culture
Negative marking of .25% will be done in this paper, which means for every four incorrect answers 1 mark will be deducted.
Paper II Descriptive:
Marks: 100
Duration: 3 Hours
This paper comprises of essay type long answers which reflect the candidates’ critical understanding of contemporary issues and the media. This paper also evaluates candidates’ skill in visualization, story-telling and their creative aptitude.
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Interview:
Marks: 45
Duration: 10-20 minutes or may be more according to the situation.
Each candidate is evaluated on the following parameters broadly:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Knowledge of the contemporary political, social , cultural and economic issues
Knowledge of contemporary media
Knowledge of film – fiction and non-fiction
General knowledge and the subjects studied at the graduation level
Visualization skills and creative aptitude
Overall Performance (articulation, reasoning, confidence etc.)
Portfolio:
Marks: 55
Candidates selected for the interview are expected to carry a portfolio that provides documentary proof/evidence of their media related work and extra-curricular activities. Candidates should note that this
Jamia Millia Islamia
Syllabus of M.A Mass Communication Entrance Test
Paper I: Multiple Choice Questions (100 Marks)
Paper II: Descriptive (100Marks)
Interview: 45 Marks
Portfolio: 55 Marks
Objective: The aim of the written test and interview is to test the knowledge and aptitude of the candidate and to ascertain the fact that the applicant is suitable for the course in which s/he is seeking admission.
Paper I: Multiple Choice Questions
Marks: 100
Duration: 2 Hours
100 Multiple choice questions will be asked in this paper. The questions will be asked on the following subjects/topics:
1.
2.
3.
4.
National and international political issues/personalities.
General knowledge.
Film, television and other media
Art, literature and culture
Negative marking of .25% will be done in this paper, which means for every four incorrect answers 1 mark will be deducted.
Paper II Descriptive:
Marks: 100
Duration: 3 Hours
This paper comprises of essay type long answers which reflect the candidates’ critical understanding of contemporary issues and the media. This paper also evaluates candidates’ skill in visualization, story-telling and their creative aptitude.
1
Interview:
Marks: 45
Duration: 10-20 minutes or may be more according to the situation.
Each candidate is evaluated on the following parameters broadly:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Knowledge of the contemporary political, social , cultural and economic issues
Knowledge of contemporary media
Knowledge of film – fiction and non-fiction
General knowledge and the subjects studied at the graduation level
Visualization skills and creative aptitude
Overall Performance (articulation, reasoning, confidence etc.)
Portfolio:
Marks: 55
Candidates selected for the interview are expected to carry a portfolio that provides documentary proof/evidence of their media related work and extra-curricular activities. Candidates should note that this