Kathmandu University Launches New Bachelor's Program in English, Mass Communication and Journalism

Lalitpur: Kathmandu University has introduced a new undergraduate program combining English, Mass Communication and Journalism.

Under the School of Arts, the Department of Languages and Mass Communication will commence classes for this program from the Nepali month of Magh (February).

This four-year program follows a semester-based system, comprising eight semesters. Students will acquire specialized knowledge and skills in English (literature), Mass Communication, and Journalism upon completing the curriculum.

“The university is committed to enhancing students' professional skills and intellectual capabilities to achieve excellence. Considering the importance of multidisciplinary expertise, this program is designed with a multifaceted structure,” said Ekku Maya Pun, Dean of the School of Arts.

The 120-credit program prioritizes linguistic competence, critical thinking, creative writing, and interdisciplinary studies. It integrates English language proficiency, literary studies, cultural studies, media research, and communication strategies. The participatory and transformative teaching methodologies aim to prepare students for academic, professional, and cultural roles.

According to Professor Dr. Abhi Subedi, the curriculum seeks to integrate language, literature, and mass communication, making the studies globally relevant. “Literature and mass communication challenge established norms, and this program seems poised for success in that regard,” he stated.

The program is open to students who have completed Grade 12 or an equivalent level of education. Only 20 students will be enrolled in each batch. The learning process will be evaluated through classroom teaching, internships, project work, research, and internal and external assessments.

Graduates of this program are expected to contribute to various fields, including education, journalism, publishing, public relations, research, corporate communication, and non-governmental organizations. It also opens career paths in teaching English language, literature, and journalism; editing; translation; advertising; consulting; copywriting; and cultural diplomacy.

The Department of Languages and Mass Communication has been offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in media studies and PhD programs in Communication, English, and Nepali. According to the department head, Dr. Nirmal Mani Adhikari, the department has also been running short-term programs in areas like filmmaking, academic writing, and decolonization of communication theories based on original perspectives.