School of Media and Mass Communication (SMC)
SMC offers programs in Journalism, Communication, Immersive Media, Theatre, Film, TV, and advanced degrees in PR and Advertising. With top-tier facilities and expert faculty, it empowers students to become ethical leaders in media, fostering creativity, inclusivity, and innovative research for success across traditional and digital platforms. Join us to shape a better future.
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Undergraduate Programs
BS Journalism & Media Studies
The program develops critical thinking, ethical leadership, professional competence, and an entrepreneurial mindset. It blends media studies, liberal arts, and social sciences with practical training. Through experiential learning in modern studios and labs, students gain skills in storytelling, digital production, media strategy, and emerging technologies with specializations in Digital Media & Broadcasting and PR & Advertising.
BS Immersive Media
The BS Immersive Media at BNU is a four-year, studio-based program focused on animation, game design, visual effects, and immersive technologies, including AR, VR, and XR. Students gain hands-on experience through real production projects, developing industry-ready portfolios and showreels that prepare them for careers in the creative media industry.
BS in Theatre Film & TV
The program cultivates skilled practitioners, critical thinkers, and innovative storytellers prepared for the contemporary entertainment industry. Blending classical dramatic arts with evolving screen practices, it offers comprehensive training in acting, directing, screenwriting, dramaturgy, and production studies, enabling students to engage creatively and professionally across diverse performance and media platforms.
Graduate Programs
MS Public Relations & Advertising
The intensive two-year program, equivalent to MPhil or 18 years of education, prepares students to excel in advertising, public relations, and various organizational settings. Emphasizing creative and strategic thinking, campaign execution, professional writing, and ethical practices, it equips graduates to thrive in dynamic communication environments, utilizing both traditional and new media.
MS Film Direction
The MS in Film Direction program develops visionary filmmakers through advanced training in directing, storytelling, visual aesthetics, and performance. Combining theory with hands-on practice, students create original films while collaborating with creative teams. Emphasizing research, critical inquiry, and professional skills, graduates are prepared to excel in evolving local and global film industries.
Why Study Media, Film & Journalism at BNU?
- Faculty with extensive industry and academic experience
- Modern studios, editing labs, and production equipment
- Internship opportunities at leading news and production houses
- Annual media festivals, screenings, and guest lectures
- Collaborative environment with cross-school media projects
Student Life & Career Paths
Graduates go on to become journalists, filmmakers, media producers, content strategists, and communication experts. BNU alumni are active across TV channels, digital platforms, PR agencies, and advertising firms, while also pursuing advanced academic research.
Contact Us
You may contact BNU Admission Office on the following number:
BNU ADMISSIONS HELPLINE: UAN 042-111-BNU-LHR (042-111-268-547)
Email: admissions@bnu.edu.pk
Postal Address: Beaconhouse National University, Tarogil Campus 13 KM, Off Thokar Niazbeg - Raiwind Road, Tarogil, Lahore - 53700, Pakistan, Raiwind Road, Lahore
