Pathshala South Asian Media Institute
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পাঠশালা সাউথ এশিয়ান মিডিয়া ইনস্টিটিউট | |
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| Type | Media institute |
|---|---|
| Established | 1998 |
| Founder | Shahidul Alam |
Academic affiliation | University of Dhaka |
| Chairman | Shahidul Alam |
| Principal | Kha Ma Harun Al Rashid |
| Dean | Dr. Taiabur Rahman |
| Address | DrikPath Bhobon 16 Sukrabad, Panthapath, Dhaka , 1207 , Bangladesh |
| Campus | Urban |
| Language | Bangla English |
| Website | Official Website |
Pathshala South Asian Media Institute is an educational institution affiliated with Dhaka University based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, specializing in media education, particularly photography, film, and multimedia studies.[1]
Pathshala was founded in 1998 by Shahidul Alam, a renowned photographer and activist.[2] It was established with the aim of providing high-quality education in visual media and journalism in South Asia.
Programs
Pathshala offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to prepare students for careers in photography, film, multimedia journalism, and visual arts.[3] The institute emphasizes practical learning, critical thinking, and ethical practices in media production and alos work time .
Faculty and alumni
The faculty at Pathshala comprises experienced photographers, filmmakers, and media professionals who impart their knowledge and skills to students.[4] The governing body includes Syed Manzoorul Islam, Zia Rahman, Shahidul Alam, Rahnuma Ahmed, Samina Luthfa, Fahmidul Haq, Tanzim Wahab, Mirja Taslima Sultana, Reffat Ferdous. Khandakar Tanvir Murad, Kha Ma Harun.[5]
GMB Akash, Munem Wasif, Andrew Biraj, Prito Reza, Sarker Protick, Saiful Huq Omi, Khaled Hasan, Saiful Huq Omi are notable alumnus of Pathshala.[6][7][8][9][10][11][12]
