Bahria University

Important for all candidates

Applicant for admission MUST MEET THE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS set-forth by Bahria University.
Candidates are advised to CONFIRM THEIR ELIGIBILITY prior apply.
In case of annual system, eligibility will be determined on the basis of result in percentages.
In case of semester system, eligibility will be determined on the basis of CGPA obtained out of 4.00.
In case the result is shown both in CGPA and percentage, CGPA will be considered.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):

By the completion of Bachelor of Studies in Media & Communication Studies, the graduates will be able to:

Analyze and critically evaluate core and advanced theories, research paradigms, and emerging trends in Media and Communication Studies, demonstrating intellectual competence across journalism, advertising and public relations, digital and electronic media, animation, film, and performing arts within local and global contexts.
Design and produce high quality media content and communication campaigns by applying technical, creative, and production skills in areas such as electronic media broadcasting, animation design, film production, performing arts, advertising strategy, and digital content creation using contemporary tools and technologies.
Demonstrate professional integrity and ethical responsibility while engaging with diverse audiences and media platforms, reflecting a commitment to responsible storytelling, inclusive representation, and constructive societal impact across all media specializations.

Eligibility Criteria

All candidates who have passed the intermediate examination or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks in any discipline can apply for admission to BS Media Studies.
Students who have passed associate degree in media studies or 2 years BS / BSC or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks or 2.00/4.00 CGPA in any discipline can apply for admission in the 5th semester to BS Media & Communication Studies provided the candidate completes deficiencies up-to a maximum of 18 credit hours for associate degree holders and up to 21 credit hours for BS/B.Sc. degree holders (if required) as assessed by the department.

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	ENG 101	Functional English	3
2	MED 109	Computer Skills for Mass Communication	3
3	MED 107	Introduction to Mass Communication	3
4	ENV 105	Introduction to Environmental Sciences	3
5	PAK 105	Pakistan Studies	2
6	MED 110	Photography	3
7	ISL 107	Tajweed	Non- Credited Mandatory
Total Credit Hours			17

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	ENG 133	Writing & Presentation Skills	3
2	HSS 107	Introduction to Psychology	3
3	MED 211	Introduction to Broadcast Media	3
4	MAT 105	Mathematics	3
5	ISL 100	Islamic Studies / Ethics	2
6	MTB 317	Videography	3
7	ISL 203	Fehm-e- Quran-I	01(3 Contact Hours)
Total Credit Hours			18

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	PAK 109	Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan	2
2	HSS 334	Fundamentals of Sociology	3
3	MAT 205	Statistics	3
4	MED 210	News Writing and Reporting	3
5	HSS 102	Elective (Arts & Humanities)	2
6	MED 308	Video Editing	3
7	HSS 219	Civics & Community Engagement	2
Total Credit Hours			18

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	HSS 423	Entrepreneurship	2
2	HSS 331	Fundamentals of International Relations	2
3	MED 468	AI & Data Analytics in Media	3
4	MED 208	Introduction to Digital Media	3
5	MED 113	Introduction to Film Studies	3
6	HSS 112	Introduction to Political Science	3
7	ISL 204	Fehm – e Quran - II	1
Total Credit Hours			17

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Course Category	Credit Hours
1	SDW 496	Internship	Internship	3
Students are eligible for a 3 CHs 6-8 weeks Internship after the 4th Semester. Total Credit Hours 136 (including Capstone project and Internship)
Community Support Program:
Students will be required to complete 40 hours of the Mandatory Community Support Program as per BU rules.

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	MED 204	Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations	3
2	MED 206	Current Affairs	3
3	MED 303	Mass Communication Theories	3
4	MED 402	Online Journalism	3
5	MED 403	Media Laws and Ethics	3
6		Elective*	3
Total Credit Hours			18

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	Med 304	Research Methods	3
2	MED 305	Script Writing and Editing	3
3		Elective*	3
4	Elective *	Specialization	3
5	Elective *	Specialization	3
Total Credit Hours			15

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	MED 437	2D / 3D Animation	3
2	HSS 401	Statistical Analysis of Social Data	3
3	Elective*	Specialization	3
4	Elective*	Specialization	3
5	Elective*	Specialization	3
6	ISL 113	Seerah-l	Non- Credited
Total Credit Hours			15

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	RES 500	Research Report/ Final Project (capstone Project)	3
2	MTB 236	Media Information and Literacy	3
3	Elective*	Major	3
4	Elective*	Specialization	3
5	Elective*	Specialization	3
6	ISL 114	Seerah-ll	Non- credited
Total Credit Hours			15

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1. Electronic Media
1	MED 419	Documentary Production	3
2	MED 422	Music Video production	3
3	MTB 314	Television Program Production	3
4	MTB 241	OTT Content Production	3
5	MTB 240	Podcasts & Web Show Production	3
6	MTB 403	Drama Production	3
7	MTB 312	Set Designing	3
8	MED 474	Camera and Lighting Techniques	3
9	MED 475	Reality TV and Game Show Production	3
10	MED 476	Advanced Video Production Techniques	3
2. Advertising and Public Relations
1	MED 430	Media Planning & Buying	3
2	MED 431	Campaign Designing	3
3	MED 433	TVC Production	3
4	MED 429	Copy Writing	3
5	MED 438	Brand Management	3
6	MED 442	Crisis Communication and Management	3
7	MED 442	Event Management	3
8	MED 443	Media Management & Relations	3
9	MED 477	Digital Branding & Brand Strategy	3
10	MED 478	Advanced Digital Advertising	3
3. Film & Performing Arts
1	MED 354	Film & Screen Adaptation	3
2	MED 458	Contemporary Film Movements and Auteurs	3
3	MED 459	Multidisciplinary Performing Arts	3
4	MED 460	Acting and Performance Techniques	3
5	MED 461	Contemporary Music and Soundscapes in Performing Arts	3
6	MED 420	Film Direction	3
7	MED 480	Streaming Media Production & Distribution	3
8	MED 481	Transmedia & Franchise Development	3
9	MED 482	AI & Emerging Film Practices	3
10	MED 417	Advanced Cinematography	3
11	MED 483	Film Production Design	3
12	MED 484	Theatre Production & Stagecraft	3
13	MED 485	Performance Theory and Creative Expression	3
14	MED 486	Improvisation and Stand-Up Techniques	3
4. Graphics & Animations
1	MED 449	Character Modeling	3
2	MED 450	3D Modeling	3
3	MED 425	3d Lighting/ Texturing/ Rendering	3
4	MED 426	Character Animation	3
5	MED 421	Motion Graphic/ Compositing	3
6	MED 436	Advanced Free Hand Drawing	3
7	MED 452	Digital Illustrations	3
8	MED 453	3D Animation	3
9	MED 454	3D Character Animation	3
10	MED 429	Virtual Reality	3
11	MTB 234	Digital Gaming	3
12	MED 479	Illustrations & Graphics	3

Sr. No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
1	MED 110	Photography	3
2	MTB 317	Videography	3
3	MED 308	Video Editing	3
4	MEDA 211	Introduction to Broadcast Media	3
5	MED 113	Introduction to Film Studies	3
6	MED 107	Introduction to Mass Communication	3
7	MED 210	News Writing and Reporting	3
8	MED 208	Introduction to Digital Media	3
9	MED 209	Journalistic Language	3
10	MED 204	Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations	3
11	MED 303	Mass Communication Theories	3
12	MED 305	Script Writing and Editing	3
13	MED 206	Current Affairs	3
14	Med 304	Research Methods	3
15	MED 306	Photojournalism	3
16	MED 402	Online Journalism	3
17	MED 403	Media Laws and Ethics	3
18	MED 404	Development Support Communication	3
19	HSS 401	Statistical Analysis of Social Data	3
20	MED 448	Intercultural Communication	3
21	MED 446	Digital Public Relations	3
22	MED 309	World Cinema	3
23	MED 311	2D Animation	3
24	MED 312	Principles of Public Relations	3
25	MED 313	Musicology	3
26	MED 314	Media, Culture and Society	3
27	MED 315	Sound Design	3
28	MED 111	Media and Society	3
29	MTB 318	Film Analysis	3
30	MTB 319	Introduction to Theatre	3
31	MTB 420	Media Entrepreneurship	3
32	MED 302	Feature, Column and Editorial Writing	3
33	MED 307	Elements of Advertising	3
34	MED 301	Sub-Editing and Page Designing	3
35	MED 440	Copy and Layout Designing	3
36	MED 437	2D / 3D Animation	3
37	MED 444	Persuasive Writing	3
38	MED 445	PR Campaign Designing	3
39	MED 447	International Public Relations	3
40	MED 418	Art Direction	3
41	MED 411	Magazine Production/Magazine Program Production	3
42	MED 408	Community Journalism	3
43	MED 413	Newspaper Production	3
44	MTB 426	Digital Journalism	3
45	MTB 434	Multimedia Skills	3
46	MTB 331	Environmental Communication	3
47	MED 225	Basic Drawing and Design	3
48	MED 226	AI and Media	3
49	MED 202	Functional Urdu	3
50	MED 469	Contemporary Film Theory	3
51	MTB 235	Immersive Technologies	3
52	MED 470	Political Communication	3
53	MED 471	Academic and Research Writing	3
54	MED 472	Synthetic Media Production and Analysis	3
55	MED 473	Health Communication	3
56	MTB 230	Climate Communication	3
57	MTB 236	Meida Information and Literacy	3
58	MTB 222	Digital Humanities	3
59	MTB 227	Digital Media and Society	3
60	MTB 231	Fact-Checking Tools & Techniques	3
Arts and Humanities Electives General Education Courses 02 CH
1	HSS 227	Italian	2
2	HSS 330	Physical Education & Sports	2
3	HSS 109	Arabic	2
4	HSS 163	Chinese	2
5	HSS 160	French	2
6	HSS 164	German	2
7	HSS 161	Russian	2
8	HSS 162	Spanish	2
9	HSS 214	Turkish	2

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