LALITPUR, Jan 8: Kathmandu University has launched a Bachelor of Arts in English, and Mass Communication and Journalism (BAEMCJ) program amid a program held in Hattiban on Tuesday.
According to the university, the program, run by the Department of Languages and Mass Communication under the School of Arts, is set to begin in February 2025. The programme offers a comprehensive 120-credit curriculum that emphasises critical thinking, creative writing, and interdisciplinary learning through participatory and transformative pedagogy.
As per a statement released by the department, the four-year program integrates English language, literature, journalism, and cultural studies to prepare students for diverse academic, professional, and cultural roles, aiming to create future leaders.
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“The four-year program conducted under the semester system allows students to obtain specialized knowledge and skills in English and Mass Communication and Journalism with a single degree,” Ekku Maya Pun, Associate Professor and Dean of the School of Arts said.
The programme covers literary genres, media studies, research, and communication strategies, keeping pace with global trends. Some of the courses in the programme include British and American Fiction; Drama; Nepali Writing in English, Photojournalism; Critical Thinking; Broadcasting and Digital Media; Literary Criticism; Film Studies; Children’s Literature; Academic Writing; Translation Studies; Creative Nonfiction; and Advanced Journalism Practices.
“Kathmandu University remains committed to nurturing intellectual growth and professional excellence with innovative programs,” Pun said, adding, that the program is aimed at preparing graduates for impactful careers in teaching, journalism, publishing, public relations, research, NGOs, corporate communications, and more
Speaking about the newly launched programme, Professor Dr. Abhi Subedi commended Kathmandu University’s attempt to connect language and literature with mass communication towards making the academia globally relevant.
“The very idea of literature and media is to break boundaries, and this new programme has done so effectively,” Subedi added.
The four-year programme, divided into eight semesters, is open for candidates who have completed high school (10+2) or equivalent. The initial intake for the programme is 20 seats. The components of the programme include classroom teaching, internships, project work, and research thesis.
The Department of Languages and Mass Communication runs Media Studies programmes at undergraduate and graduate levels. It also runs PhD in three streams, including PhD in Communication, PhD in English and PhD in Nepali.
