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Amity School of Communication (ASCO), Gurugram, is a constituent school of Amity University Haryana and operates under the Faculty of Arts. The School was established under the Haryana Act 10 of 2010 and focuses on professional education, training and research in Journalism, Mass Communication, Film, Television, Digital Media, Animation, Visual Graphics, Advertising, Public Relations and related communication disciplines.
ASCO follows a combination of theoretical education and practical, industry-oriented training. The School aims to prepare students for careers in journalism, broadcasting, advertising, public relations, digital media, film and television production, event management, media management, brand communication, visual graphics and animation.
The School's teaching model combines classroom learning with practical production and experiential education. Students are trained to understand both traditional and emerging forms of communication.
The academic approach covers:
Print Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
Radio
Television
Digital Journalism
Web Journalism
Film Production
Documentary Production
Advertising
Public Relations
Corporate Communication
Event Management
Media Planning
Brand Management
Photography
Graphics
Animation
Visual Communication
Audio-Video Production
Social Media and Digital Platforms
ASCO places significant emphasis on hands-on learning. Students get opportunities to work on real-world communication and media projects instead of depending only on classroom theory.
Practical activities include:
News reporting
News bulletin production
Documentary making
Film production
Photography
Radio production
Podcasting
Mobile journalism
Video editing
Digital content creation
Advertising campaigns
Public relations projects
Event management
Graphic design
Animation
Digital media projects
The university describes praxis and hands-on training as an important part of ASCO's learning methodology.
One of the distinctive facilities associated with ASCO is Amity TV, the School's student-oriented television platform.
Students can use the platform to gain practical experience in:
Research
Reporting
Interviewing
News production
Camera work
Video production
Editing
Broadcast presentation
This provides students with an opportunity to experience a working media-production environment during their academic programme.
ASCO provides exposure to professionals from the communication and media industry through:
Guest lectures
Workshops
Seminars
Conferences
Industry interactions
Media reviews
Photography clinics
Professional mentoring
Internship opportunities
Placement activities
The School has also worked with industry mentors such as Nikon for photography-related training and competitions.
Students can develop professional skills for careers in:
Journalism
Television
Film
Radio
Digital Media
Advertising
Public Relations
Corporate Communication
Event Management
Media Management
Brand Management
Social Media
Content Creation
Animation
Visual Graphics
Photography
Video Production
ASCO is located inside the Amity Education Valley campus at Gurugram/Manesar. Students have access to university-level infrastructure along with School-specific media and communication facilities.
Major facilities include:
Media studios
Television production facilities
Audio-visual facilities
Photography facilities
Computer laboratories
Editing facilities
Digital media resources
Classrooms
Library
Seminar and conference facilities
Auditorium
Sports facilities
Cafeteria
Hostel facilities
Wi-Fi-enabled campus
Student activity areas
The School specifically highlights well-equipped studios, industry interaction and guest lectures as part of its ASCO Advantage.
Amity School of Communication is located at:
Academic Block 'B', Amity Education Valley, Gurugram (Manesar), Haryana – 122413.
Its location in the Gurugram-Manesar region provides students access to the NCR media, corporate, advertising, entertainment and digital industry ecosystem.
ASCO is a constituent school of Amity University Haryana, which was established under the Haryana Private Universities Act. The university states that its campuses are established through State Legislature Acts and recognised by UGC.
ASCO has received recognition for its academic and training initiatives, including the Edutainment Award 2015 for Excellence in Academics and Training and recognition as the Fifth Regional Best Media School – North.
Established: 2010
University: Amity University Haryana
Location: Gurugram/Manesar
Type: Private
Main Discipline: Communication & Mass Media
UG Programmes: B.A., B.Sc.
PG Programmes: M.A., PG Diploma
Doctoral Programmes: Ph.D.
Practical Training: Yes
Industry Interaction: Yes
Internship: Yes
Placement Assistance: Yes
Hostel: Yes
Scholarship: Yes
International Programme: Yes
Student Media Platform: Amity TV
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Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2
Programme Code: 131601
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹1.12 Lakh
The programme provides training in journalism, reporting, editing, photography, digital media, advertising, public relations, communication research, mobile journalism, film and media production.
The four-year structure follows the NEP framework and provides an option for a three-year bachelor's qualification or a four-year Honours/Honours with Research degree.
Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 12th
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹79,000
This programme focuses on film, television and OTT production, combining creative storytelling with production, technical and digital media skills.
Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2
Programme Code: 131795
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹55,000
The programme focuses on animation, visual graphics, digital design and related creative technologies. The current curriculum includes design fundamentals, digital tools, animation/visual production and multidisciplinary learning.
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2
Programme Code: 13724
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹2.12 Lakh
This is an international/global study-oriented version of the Journalism & Mass Communication programme. The programme is designed to provide international academic exposure under Amity's Global Study framework.
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 12th + English Essay & Personal Interview
Programme Code: 131468
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹2.08 Lakh
This programme is offered under Amity's Global Study Programme and is designed to provide an international academic pathway and foreign university exposure.
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Graduation
Programme Code: 13800
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹1.17 Lakh
The programme covers advanced communication and media subjects including:
Communication Research
Advertising
Photography
Mass Communication
Podcasting
Print Journalism
Communication for Social Change
Media Literacy
Media Planning
Brand Management
Public Relations
Corporate Communication
Film
Data Journalism
Cyber Media
Media Analysis
Content Engineering
The course includes internships and a final project.
Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: Graduation
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹84,000
The programme is intended for graduates seeking specialised professional training in journalism and mass communication.
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Master's degree in the relevant field
Minimum Qualification: 55%
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹49,000
Research areas include:
Advertising
Film Studies
Visual Communication
Journalism
Duration: 3.5 Years
Eligibility: Relevant Master's degree with minimum 55%
1st Year Non-Sponsored Fee: ₹41,000
This programme is designed for eligible candidates who require a part-time doctoral study format.
| Programme | Duration | Current 1st-Year Non-Sponsored Fee |
|---|---|---|
| B.A. Journalism & Mass Communication | 4 Years | ₹1.12 Lakh |
| B.A. Film, TV & OTT Production | 4 Years | ₹79,000 |
| B.Sc. Animation & Visual Graphics | 4 Years | ₹55,000 |
| B.A. J&MC – 3 Continent | 3 Years | ₹2.12 Lakh |
| B.A. J&MC – International | 3 Years | ₹2.08 Lakh |
| M.A. Journalism & Mass Communication | 2 Years | ₹1.17 Lakh |
| PG Diploma J&MC | 1 Year | ₹84,000 |
| Ph.D. J&MC | 3 Years | ₹49,000 |
| Ph.D. J&MC – Part Time | 3.5 Years | ₹41,000 |
Current Shiksha listings report the following approximate total tuition ranges for ASCO programmes:
B.A.: ₹9.60–13.20 Lakh
M.A.: ₹5.40–5.56 Lakh
PG Diploma: ₹7 Lakh
Ph.D.: ₹3 Lakh
Certificate courses: ₹30,000
These third-party totals can differ from the university's displayed annual/semester fee because fee structures and programme formats vary.
Hostel accommodation is available through Amity University Gurugram.
Current third-party fee data reports hostel charges approximately as:
B.A.: ₹2.85–3.93 Lakh
M.A.: ₹2.04–3.90 Lakh
Ph.D.: ₹2.85 Lakh
PG Diploma: ₹1.095 Lakh
These are third-party reported figures and may vary by room category, academic year and accommodation plan. Meal/mess charges may be separate depending on the hostel plan.
University hostel accommodation generally provides:
Separate residential facilities
Security
Common areas
Dining/mess facilities
Wi-Fi/connectivity
Student recreational facilities
Housekeeping/maintenance
Campus residential support
Candidates who have completed 10+2 can apply for the B.A. Journalism & Mass Communication programme.
The current programme is offered as a four-year Honours/Honours with Research degree, with flexibility under the NEP-based structure.
Candidates who have passed Class 12 can apply.
The programme is designed for students interested in:
Film
Television
OTT
Production
Screen content
Digital media
Candidates who have completed 10+2 can apply for the four-year programme.
The course is suitable for students interested in:
Animation
Visual graphics
Digital design
Multimedia
Creative technology
Candidates must have passed 10+2.
The programme follows a three-year structure and provides international/global study exposure.
Candidates need:
Class 12 qualification
English Essay
Personal Interview
The programme is offered under Amity's Global Study Programme.
Eligibility:
Graduation from a recognised university
Duration:
2 Years
Selection is based on the university's applicable admission procedure.
Eligibility:
Graduation
Duration:
1 Year
Candidates require:
Master's degree in a relevant discipline
Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade
Research areas include Advertising, Film Studies, Visual Communication and Journalism.
The general Amity digital admission process involves:
Online application
Submission of academic details
Uploading required documents
Programme-specific entrance/selection process where applicable
Statement of Purpose/interview where required
Admission offer
Fee payment
Confirmation of admission
The university's digital admission procedure states that UG applicants fill the online application and enter Class 12 marks; programme-specific requirements such as SOP, interview or other selection requirements can apply.
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The university's current Gurugram admission page shows the 2026 UG-PG application deadline as 22 September 2026.
Amity School of Communication does not publish a single competitive entrance-rank cutoff like engineering colleges. Admission is based primarily on prescribed academic eligibility and the programme-specific selection procedure.
For the major UG ASCO programmes:
B.A. Journalism & Mass Communication: 10+2
B.A. Film, TV & OTT Production: 12th
B.Sc. Animation & Visual Graphics: 10+2
B.A. J&MC – 3 Continent: 10+2
B.A. J&MC – International: 12th + English Essay & Personal Interview
Amity University's 2026 UG scholarship/admission policy states that candidates with minimum 80% aggregate in Class XII from eligible boards can qualify for the university's Direct Admission criteria and may be exempted from the entrance test and interview, subject to programme-specific rules.
Therefore, 80% is the relevant direct-admission benchmark, while it should not be treated as a universal ASCO entrance cutoff.
For M.A. Journalism & Mass Communication:
Graduation is required.
For Ph.D.:
Relevant Master's degree
Minimum 55% marks
80% – Direct Admission Benchmark
Amity School of Communication provides placement assistance through the university's corporate and placement ecosystem. ASCO also conducts industry interactions, guest lectures, workshops and pre-placement activities to prepare students for media and communication careers.
Students receive exposure through:
Industry workshops
Guest lectures
Professional interactions
Internships
Portfolio development
Media projects
Pre-placement talks
Industry-oriented assignments
Practical production experience
Available placement data reported for Amity School of Communication includes:
Highest Package: approximately ₹20 LPA
Average Package – UG: approximately ₹3 LPA
Average Package – PG: approximately ₹4 LPA
These figures are the latest placement statistics reported by Shiksha for ASCO and should not be interpreted as a guaranteed package for every student.
Reported recruiters include:
Accenture
AdFactors PR
FCB Ulka
India Today
Times Now
Times Internet
CII
Ernst & Young
Vedanta
Tyroo
Students can also find opportunities with organisations across journalism, digital media, advertising, public relations, corporate communications, production houses, design and animation.
Graduates can work as:
Journalist
Reporter
News Anchor
Copywriter
Content Writer
Editor
Digital Media Executive
Social Media Manager
Public Relations Executive
Corporate Communication Executive
Advertising Executive
Media Planner
Brand Communication Executive
Event Manager
Film/TV Production Professional
Video Editor
Photographer
Animator
Visual Graphics Designer
Digital Content Producer
Media Researcher
B.Sc. Animation & Visual Graphics graduates can pursue careers as:
Graphics Designer
Animation Artist
Video Editor
Motion Graphics Designer
3D Artist
Visual Effects Artist
Multimedia Designer
Production Artist
Digital Content Creator
ASCO's official placement page lists alumni working in roles such as Creative Designer, Video Editor and Graphics Designer.
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