Bachelors of Journalism and Mass Communication 

at NOU Patna, Bihar - Other

Nalanda Open University is a recognised state open university in Bihar, India. It is established by an act of the legislature of Bihar and is recognised by the Distance Education Council (DEC), now known as the Distance Education Bureau (DEB) of the University Grants Commission (UGC).

NOU's degrees, diplomas, and certificates are generally considered valid for higher studies, public sector employment, private sector employment, and service promotions. However, verifying the current recognition and validity of NOU's certificates with relevant authorities or employers is important. Checking with the University Grants Commission (UGC) or the respective government education departments will provide the most accurate and up-to-date information on the validity and recognition of Nalanda Open University's certificates. The admission form must be accompanied by specific documents, Including an attested Photocopy of the mark sheet from the qualifying examination, An attested certificate of matriculation, serving as proof of age, And finally, an attested Caste certificate, issued by DM/DC/SDO or another authorised individual.

Candidates who want to join NOU required to meet the last educational qualification as per course requirement. The table below showcases common eligibility and selection criteria of Nalanda Open University:

Nalanda Open University has a total of 10 schools. These schools include the School of Computer Education and Information Technology, School of Economics, Commerce, and Management, School of Health and Environmental Science, School of Indian and Foreign Languages, School of Indology, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, School of Library and Information Science, School of Pure and Agricultural Sciences, School of Social Sciences, and School of Teachers Education.

For all the undergraduate programmes offered by Nalanda Open University, the admissions are merit-based. For some of the postgraduate programmes the NOU admissions are entrance-based. Moreover, the mode of application is online. Candidates need to visit the official website for applying online. Also, candidates can visit the campus and apply offline.

Yes, choosing to pursue MSc at Nalanda Open University can be worth it depending on your preferences and priorities. As the programme is offered through distance learning mode, students who are working professionals can easily complete their higher education. Additionally, if a candidate is preparing for a Civil Service exam, it would be beneficial to pursue the course through distance learning as it would make the process easier. According to the student reviews on various websites on the internet, the course curriculum is immersive and comprehensive. The fee is quite affordable too. 

Nalanda Open University offers a wide range of courses covering the fields of Arts, Science, Commerce, Technology, Pharmacy, and Business Administration. Here are some of the top courses offered at Nalanda Open University:

• Bachelor of Education
• Bachelor of Arts {Hons.}
• Master of Arts
• Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications
• Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication
• Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management
• Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management
• Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
• Post Graduate Diploma in Operations Management
• Post Graduate Diploma in International Business
• Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development
• Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Management
• Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Studies
• Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Education
• Post Graduate Diploma in Women's and Gender Studies

A total of 16 subjects is present and these are divided into two parts, i.e., part A and part B. For both of the course part the written examination and assingnment score is 640 & 160, resepectively. All the MSc Mathematics subjects offered at NOU is presented in the table below:

Students who are looking for admission at NOU can purchase the prospectus by two medium. First by post, the same can obtained by post by sending a demand draft of INR 500. The amount to be paid in favor of Nalanda Open University, Patna. This is note that, no cash medium would be accepted to paid the amount. Second from Study Centre, all counselling cum-study centre have also been permitted to sale the prospectus on payment of INR 500. 

Admission to UG courses is merit-based, while admission to some specific PG courses such as B.Ed is entrance-based. Aspirants need to fulfil the course-wise minimum eligibility criteria and qualify for the selection process as per the university norms.