St. Xavier's College Mumbai — Mass Communication & Journalism
St. Xavier's College, Mumbai · Department of Communication and Journalism
BA in Mass Communication and Journalism (BA MCJ) at St. Xavier's College, Mumbai — admission via XET plus Class 12 weightage.
About the Department
The Department of Communication and Journalism, St. Xavier's College was introduced in 2002. The programme establishes a strong foundation in fundamental art subjects and helps students develop a critical, inquiry-based understanding of social evolution, political thought, economics, communication theory, and ethics. In the final year, specializations in advertising communication and journalism — with a focus on digital cultures — prepare students for current industry trends.
Alumni work across creative, digital, PR, production, broadcast, and news media. Some pursue postgraduate degrees in management, branding, digital media, journalism, visual arts and design, filmmaking, and policy. Others have become entrepreneurs in media-related businesses.
Programme Details
- Programme: Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and Journalism (BA MCJ), formerly known as the Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM).
- Eligibility Criteria: The candidate must have passed the qualifying 12th examination in their first attempt.
Selection Process
The Final Merit list for Admission is computed as follows:
- 60% weightage to the score obtained in the Xavier's Entrance Test (XET)
- 40% weightage to the score obtained in the Class 12th Examinations
Important: The University of Mumbai has made it compulsory for all candidates applying for First Year Degree College courses to complete the "Pre-Admission Online Registration Form".
Course Fee
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rs 75,000 |
| 2 | Rs 52,000 |
| 3 | Rs 52,000 |
Fees are subject to revision; any updates will be communicated accordingly. Additionally, a Document Verification Fee of Rs 1,250 applies to students from boards other than the Maharashtra Board.
Exam Weightage
| Subject | Weightage |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge, Media & Current Affairs | 30% |
| Economics & Data Interpretation | 20% |
| English Language and Comprehension Skills | 20% |
| Creative Thinking & Logical Reasoning | 30% |
For any queries regarding the course structure or course details, please email sxcbmm@xaviers.edu.
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