Discontinued (Oct 2022)- M.A. in Mass Communication (Part Time) 

offered by Tezpur University

The total tuition fee for the MA programme at Tezpur University ranges between INR 51,800 - INR 1.3 lakh. Although, the above tuition fee is collated from unofficial sources on internet. Hence, it is indicative. The total tuition fee for admission to the MA programme is includes many components such as admission fee, examination fee, security deposit, and charges for many kind of facilities provided by the university during the programme. 

Tezpur University (TU) provides a two-year full-time MA course comprising four semesters. MA is one of the most opted courses by students. Tezpur University inducts students in the MA course through CUET-PG rank. Candidates interested in taking admission in the MA course must take the CUET-UP entrance examination and prepare well for the exam described above. Qualified candidates can apply via the University official website and appear for the personal interview. 

Students whose rank is within the specified range mentioned in the merit list released by Tezpur University can register for the counselling process, followed by document verification and fee payment.

Tezpur University offers a postgraduate degree in MA across wide-range of specialisations to students. The university accepts students on an entrance basis for the programme. Interested students can find out the Tezpur University MA specialisations listed below:

• MA in Social Work
• MA in Education
• MA in English
• MA in Mass Communication & Journalism
• MA in Sociology 
• MA in Assamese
• MA in Hindi
• MA in Linguistics and Language Technology
• MA in Cultural Studies
• MA in Communication for Development

The persentage required for Tezpur University's programme are as follows:

Popular Courses	Eligibility Criteria
B.Ed	Class 12 or SSC with a minimum of 60% aggregate
Integrated MA	Class 12 or SSC with a minimum of 60% aggregate
BTech	Class 12 or SSC with a minimum of 75% aggregate
MBA	UG Degree with a minimum of 45%-50% aggregate
MCA	UG Degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate
ME/MTech	BE/BTech with 50-60%
PG Diploma	UG Degree with a minimum of 45% aggregate

{Source: MCA students & alumni}

Here's what students and alumni have to say:

* Placement and Internship Opportunities: Around 60% of students get placed, and the highest package offered was 4.5 Lacs per annum. Top recruiting companies include Zaloni, Tech Variable, Cognizant, Alliance, etc. About 40% of students get internships, and the top roles are in software development and web development.
* Infrastructure and Facilities: The university has modern classrooms, labs with the latest software, and good hostel facilities with shared rooms and both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Medical facilities are available 24/7, and ambulance services are also available.
* Faculty and Teaching Style: Faculty members are experienced and knowledgeable, trying to share their industrial experience and make classes interesting. However, some newer faculty members may require improvement in their teaching style.
* Course Curriculum and Exams: The course is structured to meet industry demands, and exams are relatively easy. However, some students find the curriculum outdated.
* Campus Life and Extracurricular Activities: The campus has a great atmosphere, with good sports facilities, a basketball court, cricket ground, and indoor games organized. Students can engage in various extracurricular activities, such as organizing festivals and events.
* Career Prospects: After completing the MCA program, students can expect good job opportunities in IT companies, with salaries ranging from 3.5-4 Lacs rupees per annum.

Overall, MCA at Tezpur University seems to offer decent placement opportunities, good infrastructure, and experienced faculty. While there may be room for improvement in certain areas, such as the curriculum and teaching styles, students seem generally satisfied with their experience.