School of

Media &
Performing Arts

Tell stories that move the world. From AI-driven animation to the stage and screen, our programmes develop artists, journalists, and storytellers for the digital age.

4

Programmes

AI-Focused

Specializations

100%

Placement Support

Industry

Tie-ups

School Overview

About the School

The School of Media & Performing Arts at RGU nurtures creative professionals who can tell compelling stories through film, journalism, animation, theatre, and digital media — powered by cutting-edge tools and an industry-first approach.

3-Year UG · 2-Year PG

B.Sc and B.A programmes with live productions, studio assignments, press internships, and media industry tie-ups every semester.

Professional Studios

Fully equipped TV production studios, recording booths, animation labs, edit suites, and a dedicated performing arts theatre on campus.

Industry Practitioners

Journalists, filmmakers, animators, and creative directors who guide students with real-world stories, projects, and feedback.

4

Programmes

250+

Placements / Year

20+

Media Partners

NAAC A++

Accredited University

Curriculum Focus

What You'll Learn

A creative curriculum covering every dimension of modern media, communication, and performing arts.

Visual Communication

Photography, cinematography, visual storytelling, graphic design, brand identity, and digital imaging.

Animation & VFX

2D/3D animation, special effects, motion graphics, compositing, and AI-assisted design tools.

Journalism

News writing, broadcast journalism, investigative reporting, fact-checking, and multimedia storytelling.

Mass Communication

Media theory, public relations, advertising, corporate communication, and digital media strategy.

Theatre & Performing Arts

Acting techniques, scriptwriting, stage direction, set design, stagecraft, and performance studies.

Digital Media Strategy

Social media, content marketing, podcasting, digital branding, SEO, and audience engagement analytics.

4 Programmes

Programmes Offered

Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes spanning visual communication, journalism, theatre, and digital media.

1

B.Sc Programmes

3 Years · Undergraduate · Full Time

1

B.Sc Visual Communication (AI-Ready Animation & VFX Design)

3 Years
2

B.A Programmes

3 Years · Undergraduate · Full Time

1

B.A Journalism & Mass Communication

3 Years
2

B.A Theatre & Performing Arts

3 Years
3

Postgraduate Programmes

2 Years · M.A · Full Time

1

M.A Journalism and Mass Communication

2 Years
After Graduation

Career Pathways

Media graduates build careers in film, television, print, digital media, advertising, and the performing arts industry.

🎬

Film Director / Producer

Bollywood · OTT · Regional Cinema

✏️

Journalist / Editor

The Hindu · NDTV · BBC

🎨

VFX / Animation Artist

DNEG · Prime Focus · Studios

📢

PR Manager

Weber Shandwick · Edelman · Brands

📱

Content Creator

YouTube · Instagram · OTT

🎭

Theatre / Stage Artist

Theatre Companies · Cultural Events

📡

Broadcast Engineer

DD · News Channels · Streaming

🎙️

Podcaster / Radio Jockey

Big FM · Red FM · Digital

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Applications for the 2026–27 academic year are open. Secure your place at RGU before seats fill up.