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 Overview

Ph. D. in Visual Media and Communication is offered by Amrita School of Arts ans Sciences at Kochi campus.

About

The course is designed to foster advanced research and scholarship in the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of visual media. With a multidisciplinary approach, this program equips scholars to attain the theoretical knowledge, methodological skills, and practical expertise necessary to explore and critically analyze the intersections of visual media, journalism, and communication. Our distinguished faculty members provide mentorship and guidance as scholars delve into specialized areas such as visual storytelling, media ethics, digital media production, and audience studies. Through rigorous coursework, seminars, conferences, workshops, and hands-on research sessions, scholars develop a deep understanding of theoretical frameworks and empirical methodologies relevant to their research interests. Department’s state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative research environment offer ample opportunities for scholars to engage in cutting-edge research, publish in top-tier journals, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field. Graduates of this program emerge as scholarly leaders equipped to address complex challenges and make significant contributions to academia, industry, and society at large in the ever-evolving landscape of visual media and communication.

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Admission
 

Doctoral programs at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham are designed to develop outstanding educational researchers with a wide range of research skills as well as in-depth knowledge and practical understanding and expertise in their chosen field of educational research.

Eligibility

Eligibility

Kochi

Candidates must hold a master’s degree in the related discipline from a recognized university or institution.

Important Note

2024 Phase 1 Admissions Open

Faculty for Guideship

Kochi
Dr. S. Dinesh Babu
Dr. S. Dinesh Babu
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)
Research Guide

Dr. Karthika C.
Dr. Karthika C.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Harikrishnan D.
Dr. Harikrishnan D.
Assistant Professor

Dr. N. V. Sreedharan
Dr. N. V. Sreedharan
Professor
Research Guide

Dr. P. Ravindranath
Dr. P. Ravindranath
Professor
Research Guide

Research Areas

Kochi

Mass Communication and Journalism

Animation Studies

Environmental and Health Communication

New Media

Development Communication

Visual Media

Indian Aesthetics

Photography

Visual Arts

Media Effects

Audience Behaviour

Gender Studies

Media Ethics and Laws

Cinematography

Ethino Media Studies

Film Studies

Why Amrita

The top reasons to choose Amrita for your career

601-800th

World University Rankings 2019

141

BRICS Rankings 2020

801–1000th

World University Rankings 2019

168th

BRICS University Rankings 2020

7th

India University Rankings 2023

15th

Overall Rankings 2023
ranking
7th Best
University in India
ranking
Amrita Ranked No.1 in India Top 100 in The World
ranking
Topmost
‘A++’ Grade

Contact Us

Ph.D. Coordinator (Kochi)

Dr. S. Dinesh Babu
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.) and Vice Chairperson
Department of Visual Media and Communication

E Mail ID: dineshbabu@kh.amrita.edu

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