St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) Mangalore Ph.D Media Studies: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The PhD programme in Media Studies at St Aloysius is supervised by Rev Fr Melwyn S Pinto SJ, who is a recognised researcher in Journalism and Mass Communication, Film Studies, and Cultural Studies. His research interests include educational advertising, cyber ethics in education, film and cultural studies, and Konkani cultural literature. He has presented papers at national and international conferences, including at St Joseph's University Bangalore and Jnana Deepa Pune. He has also received seed money grants from the Mangalore Jesuit Educational Society for research projects. Candidates interested in research in these areas are encouraged to reach out to him directly before applying.

Ans. The MA in Media and Communication is a 2-year taught postgraduate programme that covers coursework in media theory, journalism, digital media, broadcast media, corporate communication, and public relations, with specialisations in Broadcast Media and Corporate Communication in the second year. The PhD in Media Studies, on the other hand, is a research degree requiring original, independent research leading to a thesis. The PhD has a minimum duration of 3 years and requires completion of a mandatory coursework component (as per UGC PhD Regulations 2022) before the scholar proceeds to full-time research. The MA is a prerequisite for PhD admission.

Ans. As per the 2024-25 PhD notification, the Department of Journalism and Media Studies had 2 vacancies. The 2025-26 (January intake) notification also listed Media Studies under the School of Arts and Humanities. Given the limited number of seats and a single supervisor, the admission process is competitive. Candidates with a strong academic record, a clear research proposal aligned with the supervisor's areas of expertise, and relevant work or research experience in media are at a significant advantage.

Ans. St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) offers both full-time and part-time PhD options. For part-time scholars in the Social Sciences and Humanities category, the annual fee is Rs. 55,000 per year (same for all three years). Part-time scholars are expected to meet the same academic and research requirements as full-time scholars, including coursework completion and regular interaction with the supervisor. Working media professionals who wish to pursue a PhD on a part-time basis should confirm supervisor availability and institutional requirements at the time of application. The university's Jesuit ethos and flexible research environment make it a suitable choice for working professionals.

Ans. A PhD in Media Studies opens doors to careers in academia (as a lecturer or professor in journalism and communication departments), research institutions, media policy organisations, and senior roles in the media industry. Alumni of the department's postgraduate programmes have been placed at Reuters, Times of India, Deccan Herald, TV9, Asianet News, Wipro, Air India Express, and various digital media, PR, and corporate communication organisations. A PhD qualification is typically required for faculty positions at universities and for senior research roles in media studies and communication.

Ans. Yes. The Department of Media Studies has 4 dedicated labs, including an audio studio and an audio-visual studio, which are used for both teaching and research purposes. The department has MoUs with V4 Channel (for production of weekly news bulletins and feature programmes) and Art Kanara Trust (for collaborative research, student exchange, and joint conferences). Faculty members have access to seed money grants for research projects, and the department has a track record of student and faculty publications in UGC-listed journals. The library has over 56,969 books and access to 5,417 online journals in categories including Journalism, Media Law and Ethics, Communication Theory, and Film Studies.