Institute of Media Communication Studies

Admissions Open - Condensed Mathematics for F.Sc. Pre-Medical Students (new)

BZU will resume its academic and administrative activities from Monday 12th May. 2025. Bahauddin Zakariya University Announces Closure and Exam Cancellation on 9th & 10th May 2025 Bahauddin Zakariya University and its All Sub Campuses to Remain Closed on May 7, 2025 (Wednesday); All Examinations Cancelled Consultative Session on National Adolescent and Youth Policy - 5th May, 2025 Notification of Holiday on Labour Day – BZU Closed on May 1st

Head of Department: Prof. Dr. Shahzad Ali
Official WhatsApp No.: +923006370853
Departmental Student Advisor: Dr Muhammad Ahsan Bhatti
Departmental Examination Incharge: Dr Aqsa Iram Shahazadi

Departmental News, Media & Upcoming Events

3rd International Confernce on Media and Communication Reserch on 15th and 16th May 2025 at IMCS
Admissions are open

Faculty

Prof. Dr. Shahzad Ali	Professor
Prof. Dr. Tahir Mahmood	Professor
Dr. Samia Manzoor	Assistant Professor
Dr. Muhammad Ahsan Bhatti	Assistant Professor
Dr. Aasima Safdar	Assistant Professor
Dr. Aqsa Iram Shahzadi	Assistant Professor
Ms. Sania Zaidi	Lecturer
Mr. Noor ul Hayee	Lecturer

Introduction

Department of Mass Communication was established in 1996 after bifurcation from Department of Political Sciences & International Relations. Although Post Graduate Diploma in the subject of Mass Communication was started in the year 1987 under the aegis of Department of Political sciences. Which was later upgraded to a Master’s level program in 1991, in response to the demand of the region’s residents. Recently the Department has been upgraded as Institute of Media and Communication Studies in the year 2022. IMCS provides teaching and research facilities for BS, M.Phil., and Ph.D. Programs. The institute is actively involved in expanding its research activities, with 28 scholars currently registered for the Ph.D. degree and 15 scholars having already completed their Ph.D. at IMCS.The primary objective of the BS, MPhil, and Ph.D. programs in Communication Studies is to instill positive values in the media field and equip young individuals with the latest knowledge and skills. This enables them to pursue careers in Communication Studies (Journalism) and contribute effectively to national reconstruction and development.

Programs Offered

The following programs are being offered:

BS Program (5th Semester) (Morning & Evening)	BS (5th Semester) Program
Eligibility: The candidates who have passed B.A./B.Sc./ ADA/ADS/ADP Examination, securing at least 45% marks in aggregate are eligible for admission in BS 5th. Merit Determination: The merit will be determined according to the criteria laid down by the University. However, an advantage of 10 marks will be given to the students who opted for Journalism in B.A/ADA. and 20 marks will be awarded for Hifz-e-Quran. Scheme of Study Link: Click Here to View/Download Scheme of Study of BS Program (5th Semester) (Morning & Evening) Program
BS Program Mass Communication Morning/Evening	Undergraduate Program
Eligibility: The candidates who have passed F.A./F.Sc or equivalent Examination, securing at least 45% marks in aggregate are eligible for admission in BSMass Communication. Merit Determination: The merit will be determined according to the criteria laid down by the University. However, an advantage of 20 marks will be given for Hifz-e-Quran. Scheme of Study Link: Click Here to View/Download Scheme of Study of BS Program Mass Communication Morning/Evening Program
M.Phil. Program (Evening /Weekend )	Graduate (MS) Program
Merit Determination: According to the University policy. Scheme of Study Link: Click Here to View/Download Scheme of Study of M.Phil. Program (Evening /Weekend ) Program
Ph.D. Program	Graduate (PhD) Program
Merit Determination: According to the University policy. Scheme of Study Link: Click Here to View/Download Scheme of Study of Ph.D. Program Program