Bachelor of Media Art (BMA)

Overview

  • Eligibility - 12th pass
  • Duration - 3 year (6 Semester)

The bachelor's degree in Media art is aimed at creating media Artist and not simply media person. It is a combination of Art and media where learners become well versed in artistic creations as media ethics. The knowledge of academic aspect of Art and media makes student master in theoretical understanding. At the same time, the student is exposed to the practical known how of Art and media. At the end of the course, students become trained in acting, screenplay writing, anchoring, news reading, making of documentary films and short films. He acquires the knowledge of print media, electronic media and new media as well.

Course Structure

This course structure is covered with theory and practical Theory course

Theory course
  • Understanding Media and Media Arts
  • Understanding Art & its Aesthetics
  • Media Development
  • Branches of Art and their significance
  • Media Organization and Management
  • Theories of Art
  • Media Laws and Ethics
  • Contribution of Eminent Performing Artists
  • Public Relation and Advertisement
  • Contribution of Eminent Visual Artists
  • Inter-Culture Communication
  • Media Research and Art Appreciation
Practical course
  • Print media
  • Script Writing
  • Electronic Media
  • Screenplay Writing
  • New Media
  • Performing and visual art
  • Seminar
  • Documentary film production
  • Project Report
  • Short film production
  • Dissertation
  • Field work of internship

Learning Outcome

Certainly! Here are some learning outcomes tailored specifically for a Media Art course:

  • By the end of this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate Understanding
  • Visual Communication
  • Digital Proficiency
  • Media Analysis
  • Collaboration
  • Ethical Considerations
  • Basic Animation Techniques
  • Digital Storytelling
  • Media Presentation
  • Technical Skills
  • Creative Exploration

These learning outcomes are designed to reflect the core concepts and skills that students will acquire through a Media Art course.

Admission Procedure

  • Before starting every admission cycle, the University issues a notification on the University website, notice board and other public domains like newspapers, etc.
  • After the last date of application is over, a list of shortlisted students is put up on the University website, notice board, or the students are informed directly about their admission.
  • You are eligible to apply even if you’re awaiting the results of your qualifying examination(s). Such candidates are offered provisional admissions and have to submit their previous years’ mark sheet to confirm that they fall into the eligibility criteria. You must submit your mark sheet before the due date of applying for admissions. Once the provisional admission is approved, the candidate will have one month to provide the mark sheet for the qualifying examination. Subsequently, failing to do so will result in the cancellation of provisional admission.
  • If a candidate is granted provisional admission under the above-mentioned conditions and the said candidate fails to meet the eligibility criteria or has failed to obtain the required marks. In that case, the provisional admission is cancelled.
  • An application form is rejected for the following reasons:
    1. The candidate fails to fulfil the eligibility criteria provided by the University.
    2. The admission is cancelled if the candidate fails to enclose the prescribed fee.
    3. Provisional admission is cancelled if the application form does not contain the signature of the candidate and their parents/guardian, wherever applicable.
    4. The candidate fails to submit the supporting documents in time for admission
  • After submitting all the necessary documents and fees, the student will be assigned an enrollment number by the University.
  • Rules set by the University for the process of admission will be applicable from time to time.

Careers

A career in media art can be exciting and rewarding, offering opportunities to express creativity and work with various forms of digital and visual media. Here are some potential career paths within the field of media art:

  • Media Artist
  • Graphic Designer
  • Animator
  • Video Editor
  • Motion Graphics Designer
  • Web Designer/Developer
  • Interactive Media Designer
  • VFX Artist
  • Storyboard Artist
  • Illustrator
  • Content Creator/Influencer
  • Art Director
  • Film Director
  • Freelancer/Independent Artist
  • Educator/Teacher

These are just a few examples of the many career possibilities in the field of media art. Depending on your skills, interests, and specialization, you can find opportunities in various industries, including entertainment, advertising, marketing, education, and more. Keep in mind that building a successful career in media art often requires a combination of technical expertise, creativity, adaptability, and a strong portfolio showcasing your work.