Discover A-Z about Pakistani Universities offering Media Studies

You have finished your intermediate, and want to make it big in the Media Industry. Get a head start with a degree that prepares you for 360 degrees! Gain technical and soft skills needed to get ahead. Not sure which universities to opt for in Lahore and Karachi, then keep reading on!

Recommendations for Lahore

Lahore has a vibrant media and arts industry. The Universities listed here have been teaching Media Studies for more than a decade. Graduates from here have gone on to work at leading positions in news and entertainment channels, as well as working in flourishing digital platforms.

• The first one we recommend is the National College of Arts, aka NCA. One of the best art and media colleges, this is the destination to be in as the faculty and student body are both very vibrant and dynamic. Some of the best artists and directors have been produced here most notably Ali Zafar. However, it is very competitive to get in and requires extensive preparation. For exact requirements, check their website as requirements vary from time to time.

• The next option we have for you is Government College University, GCU, a prestigious public university that has a well-funded department with very welcoming and accomplished faculty members.

• If you are looking for a top private university, consider Beaconhouse National University, BNU. It has some of the latest courses and tools and technologies with a vibrant student body. Many students after studying here get prestigious scholarships for further studies abroad. It is however much more expensive than the above-listed two Universities.

• For a university that offers the best of both worlds, with a great student experience and value-added courses with an affordable fee structure, look no further than the University of South Asia, Lahore. With three campuses in Raiwind, DHA Barki, and Cantt, it is one of the oldest private sector universities offering media studies, with exposure of students in its Media Project Din News and a renewed focus on Digital platforms. This means you get hands-on practical learning, building a great portfolio. They also have a fantastic course structure based on online classes and digital studios to enable students to learn on the go.

• If the fee is a real issue but your desire to get ahead is high, then consider Punjab University, a Major university and one of the oldest ones in Pakistan.

Recommendations for Karachi

Now let’s move to Karachi and what options you have!

• The first one I recommend is Karachi University. They have a Visual Sciences dept, which is the most important department where you get media and creative side advantage. The Media arts department is very strong to learn film and calligraphy as well as perfect for those going into filmmaking.

• The next recommended university is Szabist. They have journalism and advertising and film and great faculty and facilities to support your holistic career development.

• If you are looking for another great option, than Iqra University is also a top university. While it is a private university, is a great catch because it has an affordable education structure while some of the best facilities and studios and equipment you can find. It offers high value education for great fee.

• Institute of Business Management, IOBM, is another university with a Media department that is very powerful and does Great work.

• Another option you have is Bahria University, which has a well-rounded Media department and provides great scope for growth and learning.

Long Distance Option

If you cannot attend any university due to any issue, then you can still begin your career with a Media Studies degree from Virtual University, that offers great Distance learning programs.

However, when you study on campus, you benefit from networking and industry events that helps you jump start your career, something Virtual University has not addressed yet.

Final Word

Many factors will influence which University you will end up with, including your matriculation/intermediate result and what fee you can afford. But all of the above are great options for a strong launch into Media Industry. At the end of the day however, your passion and commitment will take you places and propel your career.