Bachelor Of Arts
Journalism, Political Science, English
If you are looking for a place that can prepare you for a professional front while you swather in words and their afterwords, the vibrant classroom of BA Journalism Political Science & English at ST PAULS COLLEGE, Bengaluru is the place to be! Our undergraduate program is designed to ignite your passion for language, storytelling, and media communication and is specifically equipped to place you amidst the best in the industry. Over three enriching years, students delve deep into the world of English literature, Political Science and Journalism.
The curriculum includes a mix of theoretical insights and hands-on practice. From analyzing classic texts to crafting compelling news stories, our program equips students with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in both fields.
Students will also have an opportunity to choose from a plethora of Open Electives such as digital fluency, taxation, financial literacy and the like from other streams alongside Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses (AECC), Second Language and Generic English in the first two years of the program. In the final year the complete focus shifts to the specialization or core courses.
Syllabus
Semester-1
Journalism
DSC 1.1 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
Theory:
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Communication- 15 hours
Unit 2: Types and Levels of Communication -15 hours
Unit 3: Communication Models -15 hours
Unit 4: Media and Mass Communication -15 hours
Practical:
1. Produce two Podcasts with reference to Public Service Announcement or Campus News.
2. Developing journalistic skills in students by giving assignments to write on any topic of their choice (Minimum of 5 assignments should be written)
3. Content Creation for Different Media Platforms (Social media platforms, digital storytelling, mobile journalism)
4. Public Speaking: Techniques for effective public speaking, voice modulation, and audience engagement with reference to social issues.
Political Science
Fundamental Concepts in Political Science
Unit I: Political Science & Approaches of the study of Political Science -15 hours
Unit II: State, Origin of State, Civil Society -15 hours
Unit III: Sovereignty- 15 hours
Unit IV: Law, Rights & Duties-15 Hours
Unit V: Liberty, Equality & Justice-15 Hours
Semester-2
Journalism
DSC 2.1 Print Media
Unit 1: Introduction to Printing and Digital Publishing (15 hrs)
Unit 2: Definition and Scope of Journalism (15 hrs)
Unit 3: History and Evolution of Indian Journalism (15 hrs)
Unit 4: Kannada Journalism (15 hrs)
Practical:
Submit a practical record with the following components:
01. Introduction to Software’s: InDesign and Adobe Photoshop
02. Review of Newspapers and Periodical Contents: Critical analysis of content, editorial policies, and news coverage.
03. Photojournalism: Submit a photo essay on historical, street, plays, campus, human interest
04. Design a campus newsletter with four pages
1. Page -1 Campus News
2. Page -2 Editorial Page
3. Page -3 Reviews & Page3
4. Page -4 Sports
Political Science
Introduction to Political Theory
Unit 1: Political Theory (15 hrs)
Unit 2: Democracy (15 hrs)
Unit 3: Liberalism (15 hrs)
Unit 4: Secularism (15 hrs)
Unit 5: Ideologies(15 hrs)
Semester-3
Journalism
DSC 3.1 Audio Visual Media
Unit 1: Evolution and Current Status of Radio (10 hours)
Unit 2: Radio Programming and Writing (10 hours)
Unit 3: Development and Current Trends in Television (12 hours)
Unit 4: Television Programming and Production Techniques (13 hours)
Practical:
• Radio Program Review Critically analyse radio content by reviewing news, talk, and music shows. Evaluate program structure, anchoring style, and target audience. Submit a comparative report on formats from both private and public radio stations.
• Radio Script Writing Write a script for a 5-minute radio program in any one format—news bulletin, interview, storytelling, or radio drama. Include cues for music, sound effects, and transitions.
• Podcast Production Produce a 3-minute podcast on a topic of your choice
• Television Program Review Review any two TV formats such as news, reality shows, soap operas, or documentaries. Analyse program structure, audience appeal, and production quality. Submit a comparative report.
• Short Documentary Produce a 3–5-minute documentary (individual or in groups of 3–5). Submit the script and behind-the-scenes photos via Google Drive. Use a mix of interviews, archival footage, and background music.
Political Science
Western and Indian Political Thought
Unit 1:Greek Political Thought(15 hours)
Unit 2: Medieval Political Thought (15 hours)
Unit 3: Medieval and Modern Political Thought (15 hours)
Unit 4: Ancient Indian Political Thought (15 hours)
Unit 5: Modern Indian Political Thought (15 hours)
Semester-4
Journalism
DSC 4.1 Media Laws
Unit 1: Concept of Freedom of the Press (10 hours)
Unit 2: Freedom of Speech and Expression (10 hours)
Unit 3: Media Laws (12 hours)
Unit 4: Specific Media Laws (13 hours)
Practical:
• Case Studies on Legal Issues in Media
Freedom of Speech and Expression, Defamation, Sedition, Obscenity ·
Prepare brief case studies highlighting the legal context, court rulings, and implications for media practice.·
Parliamentary Privileges Examine the intersection of parliamentary reporting and media laws. Submit a short report with relevant examples and legal references.·
Right to Information (RTI) Choose a topic of public interest. File an RTI application and submit a report based on the response received, analysing its relevance to media and public accountability.·
Copyright and Cybercrime Write brief case studies on instances of copyright infringement and cybercrime affecting the media industry. Highlight legal actions and outcomes.
Political Science
Comparative Government and Politics (US, UK, Switzerland, France and China)
Unit 1: Understanding Comparative Politics (15 hours)
Unit 2: Constitution and Government of the UK (15 hours)
Unit 3: Constitution and Government of the USA (15 hours)
Unit 4: Constitution and Government of Switzerland and France (15 hours)
Unit 5: Constitution and Government of China (15 hours)
Semester-5
Journalism
DSC 5.1 Reporting
Unit 1: Fundamentals of News Reporting (10 hrs)
Unit 2: News Structure and Types (10 hrs)
Unit 3: Roles and Responsibilities in News Reporting (12 hrs)
Unit 4: Conducting and Writing Interviews (13 hrs)
Practical:
1. News Report & Lead Writing (Hard News)
Objective: To apply the inverted pyramid structure and incorporate key news values. Activity: Attend a real or simulated local event (e.g., college seminar, protest, or community activity) and write a 250-word hard news report.
2. Conduct an Interview and Write a Report
Objective: To learn effective interviewing techniques and story writing skills. Activity: Choose a public personality (e.g., teacher, NGO worker, sportsperson), conduct a structured interview, and write an interview-based story (300–400 words).
3. Beat Reporting Assignment
Objective: To understand the role and responsibilities of a beat reporter. Activity: Select a beat (e.g., crime, politics, education) and write a beat report based on field observation, interviews, or reliable news sources (250–300 words).
4. Simulated Press Conference
Objective: To practice real-time reporting under time constraints. Activity: Attend a simulated press conference, take detailed notes, and write a concise report (250–300 words).
Political Science
Public Administration: Basic Concepts and Theories
Unit 1:Introduction (10 hrs)
Unit 2: Organisation- Theories and Principles (12 hrs)
Unit 3: Dynamics of Administrative Management (14 hrs)
Unit 4: Personnel Administration (12 hrs)
Unit 5: Financial Administration (12 hrs)
Semester-6
Add-On Courses
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