Mass Communications Department of RUDN University

Mass Communications Department of RUDN University The Mass Communications Department of RUDN University unites students, researchers and professionals

The Mass Communications Department of RUDN University unites students, researchers and professionals who are inspired by today’s media agenda and rapid changes in media industry and technologies. For international students, we offer a wide range of programs in the English language at various levels of study. Bachelor’s program: ‘Multimedia Journalism’
Master’s program: `Global and digital media`
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hD program: ‘International Journalism’. Our programs prepare specialists in modern communications who are ready to respond to the demands of the rapidly changing media market at local, regional and global levels. We teach students to think critically, use modern strategies and technologies of traditional and digital media and to be ready for future changes. Our teaching team is diverse and is presented by passionate scholars and professionals from Russia, European, African and Asian countries. One of our priorities is to support cross-border collaborative research projects with foreign researchers and partner institutions on main issues, problems and trends of modern media and communication processes. Find the courses of the department here:
Journalism: http://eng.rudn.ru/education/schools-and-departments/faculties/faculty-of-philology/directions/journalism/

Advertising and PR: http://eng.rudn.ru/education/schools-and-departments/faculties/faculty-of-philology/directions/advertising-and-public-relations/

Television: http://eng.rudn.ru/education/schools-and-departments/faculties/faculty-of-philology/directions/television/

Mustapha Muhammed Jamiu Explores Education Abroad and Patriotism on AM DriveIn the continuation of promoting Russia’s ...
23/12/2023


Mustapha Muhammed Jamiu Explores Education Abroad and Patriotism on AM Drive

In the continuation of promoting Russia’s higher educational products and services at the RUDN University, Dr. Mustapha Muhammed Jamiu of the Department of Mass Communication had the opportunity to shed more light on the significance of advancing higher education abroad and the need to continue improving the quality of it in Nigeria. Dr. Mustapha Muhammed Jamiu, who is currently on a team of faculty members for a week-long intensive professional course ex*****on for professionals in Nigeria and Ghana, was invited by the Kwara State Broadcasting Corporation, which featured him on its AM Drive daily programme.

Speaking on the platform, Dr Mustapha emphasized that studying abroad is a transformative experience, stating, "More than 50-70% of our educational process occurs outside the classroom or the specific location you travel to—it's about the people you meet." He discussed the phenomenon of "Japa," linking forceful migration to socioeconomic challenges and the pursuit of "Greener Pastures."

Drawing from his personal experience of earning all his higher education degrees abroad, Mustapha highlighted the need for extraordinary efforts to thrive in a foreign environment. Regardless of the destination, he encouraged Nigerian students to be prepared to fight for their goals and urged them to maintain patriotism and remember their roots.

Mustapha pointed out key factors contributing to the success of foreign universities, emphasizing the importance of a conducive environment and the practical implementation of knowledge. Using examples like RUDN and technological universities, he showcased institutions actively involved in city improvement, forums, and real-world applications of student projects, leading to job opportunities post-graduation.

While acknowledging the efforts of Kwara State, Mustapha likened the situation to watching a football game from the stadium—it's easier than being on the field. He urged civil servants to address malfunctions and enhance existing systems to further improve the quality of higher education in the state.

Heran on the Russian Language and Adjusting his Intentions for the FutureHeran Reheti, a Kazakh student at RUDN, came t...
23/12/2023



Heran on the Russian Language and Adjusting his Intentions for the Future

Heran Reheti, a Kazakh student at RUDN, came to Russia to expand his knowledge and skills in the areas of media, journalism, and communications. Heran is the student of the week who speaks with us on various personal matters on the RUDN campus and in Russia in general. Like other students who spoke with us, Heran also believes that his expectations regarding quality and industry-focused higher education are being realised gradually.


Heran Reheti, a student of the Global and Digital Media programme, arrived at RUDN from China. Like many, he completed his bachelor's degree in China and came here to improve his knowledge and skills. Heran and his family are ethnic Kazakhs by origin. This means that several centuries ago, his ancestors moved to China and assimilated, but not completely. The family retained knowledge of the oral Kazakh language. Heran cannot write or read Kazakh but speaks both Kazakh and Chinese perfectly. Heran studied Chinese language and literature in his country but chose a related specialty for his master's degree.


Previously, Heran had little interest in the news sphere. He admits that he chose the training program with the hope that he would get involved in the process. However, even before the start of the main course, he became interested in the Russian language at the preparatory faculty. Learning one of the most difficult languages in the world began to bring him pleasure, which in the future helped him master the language at a fairly good level. Despite the fact that Henan's main programme is in English, Russian was very useful to him in everyday life. Going to the store, government agencies are not a problem for him. This is a good level of cultural and social adaptation.

Heran notes that he remembers most of all the two courses taught by associate professor of the Department of Mass Communication, Mustapha Muhammed Jamiu. This course is about journalism as a socio-cultural phenomenon and modern media systems. “The diversity of opinions and information is so great that the organization of the information space is inevitable and necessary.”


Currently, Heran does not have a job in Russia. The academic year is coming to an end soon, and only the diploma defense remains. Heran tries to concentrate on successfully writing and passing his diploma with excellent marks, so that after he goes home to China and finds a job in his specialty, However, Heran admits that his plan may still change because he also tends to study economics and would like to try himself in this field.

Ravi on the Essence of Co-Learning Approach in Computer Science, Photojournalism.Nirdoshi Ravi Rayender is a computer s...
16/12/2023


Ravi on the Essence of Co-Learning Approach in Computer Science, Photojournalism.

Nirdoshi Ravi Rayender is a computer science and photography instructor at RUDN University's Department of Mass Communication. At the Department, he earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in journalism. Ravi has been teaching at the Department of Mass Communication for the past five years. Rayender talks about the significance of co-learning in computer science and photojournalism courses at the Department.

for being a university teacher:
He acknowledges that he never saw himself as a teacher one day. He happened to have a few of classes a week and became involved. Ravi goes on to say: "And I realized that I like to share my experience with other people."

personality and teaching approaches:
His fundamental teaching principle is to engage each individual learner. He believes that this is the most crucial factor, because if the student is involved, he will be motivated to attend courses rather than skip them. Despite the fact that Ravi was a student not long ago, he still has a deep mental connection with youth.
Ravi likes to pose a lot of questions to his students and point them in the direction of the right response. He thinks that if a student responds to the question on his own, there's a good chance he (student) will remember it because he provided the response.
Setting the tone and tempo for the semester begins with the first meeting. In order to prevent his lectures from being monologues, Ravi always aims to be at the same level as his students. "Everyone is interested because we are all involved," Ravi, jokes, and most importantly, no one falls asleep in the class."
For Ravi, there are no distinctions between international and Russian pupils. He gives each student the same attention. He makes a constant effort to avoid using technical language. Though Ravi claims that practice is all that is necessary for computer science and photojournalism, he feels that technical terms impede understanding. Ravi is more receptive to explanations if there is any uncertainty.

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Ravi is not working on any research projects. Currently, he is more interested in hands-on experience with professional filming and photo/video editing. Gaining practical expertise in photography and video, along with their processing, is another goal of Ravi's classes.

department's English language programme:
As Ravi says, “Learning is difficult when you think that way or try to memorize something without trying to delve into it. Learning will become much easier when you begin to understand the very essence; then you will not have to memorize.”

RUDN Mass Communication Experts to Conduct One-Week Professional Intensive Course in Africa. Leading experts from the C...
16/12/2023


RUDN Mass Communication Experts to Conduct One-Week Professional Intensive Course in Africa.

Leading experts from the Centre for Continuing Professional Education of the Philological Faculty, RUDN University - Associate Professor Natalia Poplavskaya, Dr. Natalia Ivanova, and Dr. Mustapha Muhammad Jamiu - are set to embark on a transformative journey through six cities in Nigeria and Ghana, making a significant contribution to the advancement of intercultural communication. The upcoming one-week professional intensive course program promises to delve into the nuances of contemporary ideas, methodologies, and procedures critical for communicators, managers, and professionals navigating the digital age's complexities.

The course, which has been rigorously crafted to address the ever-changing landscape of intercultural communication, serves as a beacon for communicators, managers, and professionals attempting to traverse the complexity of the modern world. The modules reveal a curriculum rich in relevance, with topics such as "Communication, Culture, and Technology" and "Understanding Intercultural Communication from Different Perspectives."

Participants will be subjected to a thorough examination of local news media as they move into the core of the course. The program seeks to be a catalyst for the growth of community journalism as a burgeoning field of study in the digital age by delving into the complexities of newspaper management technology and community relations, as well as by dissecting business-related operations, such as editorial advertising and circulation.

This ambitious project not only demonstrates the Centre for Continuing Professional Education of the Philological Faculty at RUDN's dedication to knowledge-fostering, but it also establishes the course as a crucial platform for professionals who want to stay up to date with the always shifting dynamics in the field of intercultural communication. As the expedition progresses across Ghanaian and Nigerian cities in partnership with leading universities such as Kwara State University(Nigeria), University of Lagos(Nigeria), Regent University(Ghana), and Wakanda Media(Nigeria). The center is set to permanently alter the professional education scene and mold the future generation of leaders and communicators.

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