Bachelor in Media Studies (BMS)
University
Kathmandu University
Duration
4 years
Fee
Rs. 646000
Colleges
1+
Summary
Four-year media program integrating journalism, communication, multimedia production, and social science foundations aimed at producing industry-ready media professionals with strong theoretical, analytical, and practical competencies.
Program covers journalism, audiovisual production, media research, ICT, communication theories, advertising, public relations, cinema studies, development communication, digital media, and specialized production. Students train across studios, labs, fieldwork, internships, and research projects to enter diverse media sectors or higher studies.
Description
Curricular Structure (Table)
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Year I
| Semester I (18 Credits) | Semester II (18 Credits) |
|---|---|
| NEPL 151 Nepali I | NEPL 151 Nepali II |
| ENGL 151 English I | ENGL 152 English II |
| MEDS 101 Introduction to Media Studies | NEPS 151 Nepal Studies |
| MEDS 104 Basic Journalism I | MEDS 105 Basic Journalism II |
| MEDS 151 Foundation of Social Sciences I | MEDS 152 Foundation of Social Sciences II |
| MEDS 141 Introduction to Media Production* | MEDS 142 Graphics & Animation* |
Year II
| Semester I (15 Credits) | Semester II (15 Credits) |
|---|---|
| MEDS 201 Professional Communication | MEDS 206 Public Relations |
| MEDS 202 Media, Culture & Society | MEDS 208 Advertising Principles & Practices |
| MEDS 209 Research Methodology | MEDS 212 Photojournalism |
| MEDS 251 Communication Theories | MEDS 252 Philosophical Approaches to Communication |
| MEDS 241 Audio Production* | MEDS 231 Introduction to Cinema Studies |
Year III
| Semester I (15 Credits) | Semester II (15 Credits) |
|---|---|
| MEDS 311 Development Communication | MEDS 316 Research Applications in Media |
| MEDS 331 Documentary Film Appreciation | MEDS 322 ICT for Development |
| MEDS 332 Social Media Management | MEDS 334 Human Rights, Press Law & Media Environment |
| MEDS 333 Gaming, Immersive Realities & AI | MEDS 335 Climate Change, Sustainable Development & Global Media |
| MEDS 341 Creative Writing* | MEDS 336 Digital Broadcasting |
Year IV
| Semester I (12 Credits) | Semester II (12 Credits) |
|---|---|
| MEDS 410 Media Ethics | MEDS 441 Internship |
| MEDS 414 Media Entrepreneurship & Management | MEDS 442 Research Report (6 credits) |
| MEDS 443 Advanced Journalism Practices* | MEDS 445 Film Production* |
| MEDS 444 Television Production* | — |
Features
Features (Bullet Points)
Program Features
- Digital Media Lab and Media Studio.
- Broad subject coverage: media, ICT, social sciences, languages, interdisciplinary courses.
- Internship placement pipeline and high job-market absorption.
- Study tours, field visits, applied production work.
- Specialization options: journalism, filmmaking, PR, communication, multimedia.
- Erasmus+ semester-long exchange opportunity.
- Practical classroom model: field assignments, A/V production, research, presentations.
Teaching Methodology
- Practice-driven media content creation.
- Group discussions, presentations, audiovisual analysis.
- Computer-based media production as core requirement.
- Research-oriented and critical-thinking centered training.
Admission Process
Admission Process (Point Form)
- Candidate submits application with NPR 2000 non-refundable fee.
- Written test administered by the Department.
- Shortlisted candidates invited for interview.
- Final selection based on written test + interview.
- Provisional admission possible for students awaiting grade 12 results (must submit proof after results).
Eligibility
- 10+2 or equivalent in any discipline.
- Minimum 45% or 2.0 CGPA.
- Class XI passed & awaiting XII results eligible provisionally (must verify within 15 days of publication).
Job Prospects
Job Prospects
- Filmmaking (direction, cinematography, production).
- Storytelling roles across digital, film, and advertising.
- Media critics and analysts.
- Multimedia journalism (text, audio, video, web).
- Content creation for digital platforms.
- Media entrepreneurship and startup creation.
- Development communication roles in NGOs/INGOs.
- Communication officers in institutions.
- Public relations professionals.
- Radio/TV journalists.
- Social media strategists and managers.
- Media and communication researchers.
Prospect Careers
- Filmmaker
- Journalist
- PR Specialist
- Editor
- Media Manager
- Social Media Lead
- Communication Officer
- Researcher
- Digital Content Producer
- Documentary Producer
- TV/Radio Presenter
- Media Entrepreneur
Colleges Offering This Course
Kathmandu University School of Arts
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