Polygon College

Polygon College, Kathmandu is a private college located at Prashutigriha Marg, Babarmahal, Kathmandu. Established in 2010, the college focuses on Mass Communication and Journalism and is affiliated with Purbanchal University.

Its academic work combines classroom study with research, media-related practical activities, seminars, workshops, guest sessions, and field visits. The college has been conducting its master's program in Mass Communication and Journalism since 2011. Its academic direction also reflects the professional backgrounds of its founders, who have worked across television, radio, print journalism, media management, filmmaking, advertising, and communication training.

Quick Highlights

College Background

Polygon College was established in 2010 with an academic focus on journalism, mass communication, media study, research, and practical media education. The college began conducting its master's course in Mass Communication and Journalism in 2011.

The institution is managed by people with professional experience in media and academia. Their backgrounds cover reporting, television production, radio, journalism, media marketing, filmmaking, law, communication training, and related fields.

The college's academic approach places classroom learning alongside research assignments and interaction with working media professionals. Students also take part in activities designed around media practice, communication, social issues, and research.

Academic Affiliation

Polygon College is affiliated with Purbanchal University for its master's program in Mass Communication and Journalism.

The postgraduate program follows a semester system consisting of four semesters over two years. Teaching and learning are conducted in both English and Nepali.

Program Offered

Polygon College conducts the MA in Mass Communication and Journalism (MA/MCJ) under Purbanchal University.

The program is intended for graduates interested in the academic and practical dimensions of journalism and mass communication.

MA in Mass Communication and Journalism

Duration: 2 Years

Academic System: 4 Semesters

Affiliation: Purbanchal University

Entry Requirement: Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Applicants with a bachelor's degree in any faculty and at least 40 percent aggregate marks are eligible to apply for the program.

Classes are scheduled to begin in Magh each year, corresponding approximately to January-February.

Academic Objectives

The college's academic objectives center on journalism, communication, research, critical thinking, and practical media learning. Its stated areas of focus include:

• Developing deeper academic understanding of journalism and mass communication.

• Building students' knowledge of research and its application.

• Encouraging critical thinking and problem-based learning.

• Connecting academic study with practical media work.

• Giving students opportunities to interact with media organizations and professionals.

• Supporting the development of academically capable and socially aware graduates.

These objectives are reflected in the college's use of research projects, classroom discussion, workshops, seminars, field visits, and practical assignments.

Teaching and Learning Approach

Polygon College uses a participatory approach to teaching, supported by classroom lectures and digital presentation methods.

Teaching activities include:

• Classroom lectures

• PowerPoint presentations

• Guest lectures

• Seminars

• Workshops

• Field visits

• Interaction with people working in media and related areas

Guest sessions are intended to expose students to professional perspectives alongside formal academic study.

The college has also hosted media-related discussions and presentations. In May 2014, veteran journalist Stephen Franklin from the United States gave a presentation on investigative journalism under the "Polygon with Personality" program series.

Research and Project Work

Research is an important part of the academic approach at Polygon College. Students are introduced to both qualitative and quantitative research techniques and are expected to apply research methods through project work.

Each student is assigned a research project in every semester. A supervisor is appointed to guide the project, including its formulation and development.

This structure gives students repeated experience in planning and carrying out research connected with communication and media studies rather than limiting research work to the final stage of the program.

Practical Media Exposure

The college connects academic learning with media-related practice. Its objectives include working with media houses so students can gain practical experience alongside their academic studies.

Plans for institutional linkages cover media houses, advertising agencies, social organizations, communication-related bodies, professional associations, and other academic institutions.

Internship arrangements in media organizations are also part of this practical orientation, with placements intended to relate to students' subject areas and interests.

Community and Volunteer Activities

Polygon College also includes community and volunteer work within its broader student activities.

Students are encouraged to participate in awareness and interaction programs addressing social, political, and economic issues. Activities may involve engagement with media organizations as well as public-interest initiatives.

Community-related activities include:

• Public-awareness programs

• Interaction programs

• Charity activities

• Blood donation programs

• Social campaigns

One example from the college's earlier activities is the Clean Bagmati River Campaign held in 2014.

Scholarships

Polygon College provides partial scholarships under several categories.

Scholarship consideration includes:

• Students from remote areas

• Indigenous community students

• Underprivileged students

• Family members of martyrs

• Women

• Working media professionals

A separate scholarship arrangement has also been announced for working media professionals for the 2026 admission session, subject to the required official employment letter.

Admission to MA/MCJ

Admission to the MA in Mass Communication and Journalism follows the academic calendar of Purbanchal University.

Applicants are required to have completed a bachelor's degree. The stated admission eligibility includes at least 40 percent aggregate marks.

The admission process includes an entrance examination. Academic documents from school level through bachelor's level and migration-related documents are also part of the admission procedure.

Students enrolled in another bachelor's or master's program at another university are not eligible to join simultaneously under the stated admission condition.

The college requires students to maintain at least 80 percent class attendance.

Founding and Management Background

Polygon College was established by people whose professional work spans several parts of Nepal's media sector.

Abeeral Thapa

Abeeral Thapa is the Principal and one of the founders of Polygon College. He holds a Master's degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from Purbanchal University and a Master's degree in Sociology from Tribhuvan University.

He participated in the Study of the U.S. Institutes program in 2016 at Ohio University in the United States, where scholars discussed media institutions and developments in the American media environment.

His professional experience includes work as a program producer at Sagarmatha Television and Avenues Television, along with writing for magazines and newspapers. He has worked in the media sector since 2000.

His work also extends to filmmaking and songwriting. He has been associated with Awaken Production (P.) Ltd. and with Nepali film projects including "BULBUL." He also wrote lyrics for "Saanghuro."

Bijay Paudel

Bijay Paudel is a founder of Polygon College with experience in television journalism. He has worked as News Chief at Kantipur Television, AP1 Television, and Image Channel.

His academic background includes master's-level study in Sociology/Anthropology and Journalism and Mass Communication, along with a Bachelor's degree in Law.

He began working in Nepali media in 1999 and has been associated with the television program "SAROKAR" on Kantipur Television. He is also a licensed advocate under the Nepal Bar Council.

Sujan Karki

Sujan Karki has worked in media marketing and management, including positions with Kantipur Media Group, News24 Television, and Radio Sagarmatha.

He holds a Master's degree in Business Studies and a Master's degree in Mass Communication and Journalism. His professional background also includes training coordination, radio production, marketing, television work, and participation in advertising and music video productions.

Ashim Shah

Ashim Shah's media career includes television production, entertainment reporting, program presentation, filmmaking, documentary production, music videos, social videos, corporate productions, and television commercials.

His work at Nepal1 included programs such as "Bhurabhuri Ko Halla," "Loveline," "Face the Nation," "Travel Chat," and "Music Star." He later worked through G21 Production and directed the Nepali film "Dui Rupaiya."

Sudin Pokharel

Sudin Pokharel has worked as a sports reporter, anchor, and producer for Kantipur Television. He has also been active in Nepali rap music as a songwriter and performer with the band Unity.

Location and Contact

Polygon College is located in Babarmahal, a central area of Kathmandu.

Address: Prashutigriha Marg, Babarmahal, Kathmandu, Nepal

Phone: 9851127884, 9808677419

Email: info@polygon.edu.np