About Department
Humanities
The Humanities Department explores the rich tapestry of human culture, thought, and
expression. It encompasses disciplines such as literature, philosophy, history, languages,
and the arts, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper understanding of
human experience. By studying the humanities, students gain insight into diverse
cultures, ethical questions, and the forces that shape our world.
The Bachelor of Arts Program prepares students to address and master the challenges of
a rapidly changing and increasingly complex world. A flexible, broad-based curriculum
permits students to choose courses and tracks of study reflecting their individual
interests and varied career objectives. The curriculum offers intensive work and a
degree of disciplined mastery in a major area. It also provides breadth and venturesome
possibilities in communications, corporate systems, information technology, Humanities
and social sciences.
About Department
Mass Communication
Department of Journalism & Mass Communication help students to be excellent in the field
of media and writing by providing them academic education as well as practical exposure.
Three year undergraduate degree program will help them to be sharp in practices and
confident to choose their field of interest. It provides students technical skills and social
understanding which able them to write about and convey information to the general public
about business, history, culture, budget issues, governmental matters, entertainment, and
sports via mass communication channels such as television, radio, and web-based social
networks. Because the discipline of journalism is founded on truth, autonomy, and
transparency, the course gives comprehensive knowledge at both the theoretical and
practical levels.
Vision & Mission of the Department
Vision
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences aims for Academic and Professional Excellence in the area of Social Sciences and Languages along with holistic development of students. It intends to provide value-based education and quality research with total commitment and interdisciplinary approaches so that it can produce socially responsible citizens.
Mission
- To develop an advanced comprehensive talent in Humanities and Social Sciences students
through Innovative and Sustainable academic programmes.
-To equip individuals with a contemporary set of skills to deal effectively with life and to
nurture our students to understand nature and needs of life..
-To motivate learners in realization and actualization of his/her genuine capabilities so that
they can be important contributors to a larger institutional mission.
To encourage research-based approaches and analytical mindset in the area of Languages
and social sciences subjects.
Vision & Mission of the Department
Vision
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences aims for Academic and Professional Excellence in the area of Social Sciences and Languages along with holistic development of students. It intends to provide value-based education and quality research with total commitment and interdisciplinary approaches so that it can produce socially responsible citizens.
Mission
- Help students to understand their potential and self-worth so that they grow as
leaders and transforming agents who make a remarkable contribution in all spheres of
national and global life.
-In the emerging knowledge society, cultivate a community of learners driven by a
desire for academic success.
-Equip our students with latest technological and soft skills as well as other learning
resources available, in order to give them self-assurance to handle the new demands of
a world that is more digitalized.
HOD's Desk
Our department is an abode of excellence in the field of human culture. Bachelor of Arts
(BA) provides a wide spectrum of subjects from which you will acquire core skills to enhance
any career of your choice. This degree fuels an individual’s imagination and broadens mind,
which is key for innovation and thinking beyond ordinary. Our students gain the knowledge,
skills and world-class connections which they need to succeed in a wide range of careers or
further studies. We take pride in cultivating the next generation of thoughtful, empathetic and
effective citizens. They learn qualities of being great leaders who will make world a better –
and brighter – place. Our undergraduate program has been designed to equip our learners
with critical discernment, information literacy, theoretical knowledge, and other relevant skills
in our rapidly evolving globalized societies to develop an understanding of current and
historical issues. Committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, the
department is home to highly accomplished faculty with robust and innovative research and
teaching portfolios to make our learners’ journeys rich, meaningful, and memorable. With so
many options and opportunities, we ensure that you will find your place within our humanities
program. Join us!!!!! Thank you for this opportunity and responsibility to guide your
educational journey.
Happy learning!!
Ms. Ratika Relan (HOD)
HOD's Desk
The goal of our department is to provide practical learning as well as academic studies to our students that help them to be a professional in their fields. We provide hand on practice on each and every equipment with brief knowledge related to its subject. There are various activities organized by our department to boost self-confidence and enhance caliber to perform in front line in all students. We regularly organize field visits to different media places time on time.
Mr. Koshal Gautam
Faculty List
Subjects Offered
| S. No. | Subjects |
|---|---|
| 1. | English (Compulsory) |
| 2. | Punjabi / Basic Punjabi / Punjabi History & Culture (Compulsory) |
Subjects Offered
| S. No. | Subjects |
|---|---|
| 1. | English (Compulsory) |
| 2. | Punjabi / Basic Punjabi / Punjabi History & Culture (Compulsory) |
| 3. | Subject Offered |
| 4. | English/ Hindi/ Punjabi (Elective) |
| 5. | Political Science |
| 6. | Economics/Fine Arts |
| 7. | Physical Education/Computer Science |
| 8. | History |
Learning Process and Methodology
1. Lecture-Based Learning
- Core concepts are delivered through structured classroom lectures.
-Focuses on theory, foundational knowledge, and critical perspectives.
2. Interactive Discussions
- Seminars, group discussions, and debates encourage critical thinking and
collaborative learning.
- Promotes deeper understanding and analysis of topics.
3. Project-Based Learning
- Students undertake individual or group projects (e.g., research papers,
media reports, creative writing).
- Encourages independent inquiry, problem-solving, and creativity.
4. Workshops and Guest Lectures
- Industry professionals and academic experts provide insights beyond
textbooks.
- Keeps students updated with current trends and practices.
5. Use of Multimedia and ICT Tools
- Learning supported by audiovisual materials, digital media, e-learning
platforms, and labs.
- Enhances engagement and accessibility of content.
6. Continuous Assessment
- Learning is reinforced through regular assignments, presentations, and
internal tests.
- Provides timely feedback and encourages consistent effort.
7. Research and Analytical Training
- Students are trained in basic research methods, critical reading, and
academic writing.
- Important for higher studies and professional roles.
Learning Process and Methodology
Department provides quality education to the students which includes Lectures, Case
Studies, tutorials as well as hands on practice for soft skills. The Institute provides an
excellent academic environment with focus on self- learning. The teaching and learning
methodologies follow a rigorous regime that involves intensive and extensive working
on challenging academic tasks. The teaching is emphasized through student centered
and discovery method of learning in place of the conventional teacher centered
learning. Peer to Peer learning is encouraged. Exposure to state- of- the –art
infrastructure, technology, professional and field experiences are brought to students
through visiting faculties from various Industry and Mentoring exercises. Interactive
Teaching methods (use of internet, CDs, Projectors, Power point presentation) by the
faculties help the students in better understanding of the topics. ICT enabled teaching
helps both slow and advanced learners. Students are encouraged to participate in
competitions like quiz, debates, elocution; versification etc. at various levels. We
provide quality education to students through class room teaching, career counseling,
Personality Development and Spoken English Programs and make them able to compete
in the job market. At the end of each period students are allowed to individually meet
the teacher in order to resolve doubts on topics taught in a class room. Faculty
Members are encouraged to organize departmental seminars and workshops with
active involvement of students facilitating collaborative and independent learning
among students.
Assessment is based on
1. Theory Examinations
- Conducted at the end of each semester.
- Cover core subjects like media law, journalism ethics, mass communication
theories, etc.1. Theory Examinations
- Conducted at the end of each semester.
- Cover core subjects like media law, journalism ethics, mass communication
2. Internal Assessment
- Includes class tests, assignments, quizzes, and attendance.
3. Practical Evaluation
- Includes lab work in photography, video production, editing, radio
broadcasting, etc.
- Hands-on assessments based on project quality, creativity, and technical
skills.
4. Project Work / Field Assignments
- Students complete individual or group projects (e.g., documentary,
magazine layout, newsroom simulation).
- Often evaluated through viva and report submissions.
5. Seminars / Presentations
- Students present research topics or media projects.
- Helps assess communication and analytical skills.
2. Internal Assessment
- Includes class tests, assignments, quizzes, and attendance.
3. Practical Evaluation
- Includes lab work in photography, video production, editing, radio
broadcasting, etc.
- Hands-on assessments based on project quality, creativity, and technical
skills.
4. Project Work / Field Assignments
- Students complete individual or group projects (e.g., documentary,
magazine layout, newsroom simulation).
- Often evaluated through viva and report submissions.
5. Seminars / Presentations
- Students present research topics or media projects.
- Helps assess communication and analytical skills.
Laboratories
Journalism and Mass Communication Lab
The Journalism and Mass Communication Lab is equipped with the audio and video production equipment such as camera, basic lights, console, Microphones etc. It is maintained on industry standards. Students are working on these equipments to practice different journalism related activities like anchoring, news reading, photography, editing etc. Students also make documentaries with the help of these equipments and editing process is done in studio.
Academics Activities
The department of AI ML conducted an innovative pedagogy activity “AI ML Basics” on 9th Nov, 2023. Students of B.Tech CSE and AI ML attended the event and learned about the basics of basics of algorithms used to simulate complex real world problems. The event incharge, Dr. Sandeep Ranjan demonstrated the use of open source technologies for creating toy applications for solving problems.
The department of AI ML conducted an innovative pedagogy activity “ AI for society”. Students presented their views on positive and negative aspects of AI & ML.
Industiral Visit
Industrial Visit To Hanni Industries
After a long time in the month March 2021 an offline Industrial Visit was organized for the students for the Department of Business Management. The students of MBA were taken to Amritsar at Hanni Industries. The industry dealt in various export quality products. They manufacture many Indian spices, Jaggery and its related products. They also deal in Kesar exports. The countries in which they export their products are Canada, New Zealand, England and many others. Their 95% business is based on exports. The owner of the industry said that he got inspired from his mother’s illness and started manufacturing pure products. He worked as one-man army at the earliest stages of business and then over the years has transformed it into a full-fledged industry. The students have learned a lot in this visit and have given positive feedback and appreciated our prestigious institute for arranging such visits.
Industiral Visit To Oceana Tech
With the aim to provide an exposure to students about practical working environments and give full awareness about the Industrial practices, an exposure visit was arranged by the Department of Business Management at “Oceana Tech" in the month of October 2020. The respected executives of the industry enlightened the students about the history of the industry as of when it was founded and all the ups and downs faced by the company owner to reach the level of success he is at now. Such visits enrich the students with practical knowledge of industrial procedures and widen their knowledge of managing industries.
Industiral Visit To Decathlon
An industrial trip to Decathlon (Ludhiana) was organized for the students of MBA on 3rd October 2019 by the Department of Business Management. The students explored and had access to the equipment and sports facilities as provided by the officials of the store. All in all it was a great visit. The students enjoyed and expect such kinds of industrial visits to be organized in future.
Events
AI ML department organized an online lecture on Lecture on Artificial Intelligence and Generative Adversarial Networks by Prof J. Amudhavel University of Tartu, Estonia on 18 April 2023. Dr. Amudhavel briefed the students about the domains of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and how they are impacting everyday activities. He discussed the applications of AI and ML in social networks in creating content, segregating content and automation of office work. He discussed a few websites showcasing AI open-source projects for students. Students were interested in watching 3D and graphics generated by algorithms which are quite popular on various social media platforms. He shared certification courses and projects which students can take up and make a career in AI/ ML.
Department of AI ML organized a guest lecture on Deep Learning on 7th March 2023. The resource person was Dr. Shefali Arora, Assistant Professor, NIT Jalandhar. Dr. Arora discussed the domains of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science and Explainable AI. She introduced to the students the term “explainable AI” which provides reasons for the actions advocated by the algorithms. This adds to the confidence in using the predictions generated by the algorithms in making decisions and policy making. Students asked questions about synthetic datasets and their authenticity in training the algorithms for their projects.
AI ML department organized a webinar on Research Development of AI based smart grid integration. The resource person of the event was Dr. M. Venkateshkumar, Assistant Professor Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai who explained the role of AI in power grid integration and its benefits.
