The NITTE Institute of Communication (NICO) is based in Mangalore, Karnataka, India and offers comprehensive campus facilities tailored to communication and media studies. The campus features a dedicated media studio, student hostels, WiFi-enabled buildings, and modern teaching infrastructure designed to support academic and extracurricular needs.
- NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Central Library
- NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Other Facilities
- NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Sports & Recreation
- NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Innovation & Research
- NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Hostel Facilities
- NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Events & Festivals
NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Central Library
The central library at NICO serves as a vital resource for students and faculty, supporting research, coursework, and personal study. It provides a tranquil environment equipped with digital and physical collections for mass communication and journalism programs.
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Library Feature |
Description |
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Location |
Inside main academic block |
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Collections |
Books, periodicals, reference works, newspapers, digital resources (including JSTOR access) |
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Seating Capacity |
NA |
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Facilities |
Reading rooms, computer terminals, internet access, lending/borrowing services |
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Hours |
NA |
NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Other Facilities
NICO is equipped with specialized facilities, smart classrooms, and infrastructure to enhance the learning and campus experience. The college’s technology-enabled spaces allow for interactive and practical education for media students.
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Smart Classrooms with LCD projectors, Wi-Fi, and modern audio-visual equipment
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Cafeteria serving affordable, hygienic food options
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Health centre providing basic medical care and emergency support
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Convenience store for daily essentials
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Auditorium with 175-person seating capacity, used for seminars, presentations, and screenings
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Lab Facility |
Description |
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Television Studio |
Multi-camera setup, Godox-certified for hands-on media training |
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Editing Studio |
iMac systems and licensed Adobe Creative Cloud access |
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Multimedia Lab |
Latest graphic and video tools for creative projects |
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Color Grading Studio |
DaVinci panels for professional color processing |
NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Sports & Recreation
Sports and recreational amenities at the campus promote physical fitness and extracurricular engagement among students. NICO offers both indoor and outdoor sporting opportunities, along with a modern gymnasium.
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Air-conditioned gymnasium covering 5500 sq.ft. with professional instructors
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Indoor sports complex for badminton, basketball, volleyball, and table tennis
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Outdoor playground for football, cricket, and athletics
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Running track and fitness area
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Facility |
Description |
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Gym Hours |
6 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
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Gym Equipment |
Treadmills, elliptical trainers, exercise bikes, rowing machines, full-fledged multi-gym |
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Coaching |
3 professionally trained instructors |
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Game Courts |
Basketball, badminton, volleyball, throwball, tennis |
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Indoor/Outdoor Games |
Available in hostel and main campus |
NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Facilities: Innovation & Research
NICO promotes innovation through state-of-the-art studios and practical labs, enabling students to participate in hands-on media production, collaborative projects, and industry workshops. Regular conferences offer exposure to real-world communication challenges.
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Fully equipped production studio for film, advertising, and journalism projects
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Regular research-oriented workshops, seminars, and guest lectures featuring industry leaders
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Student involvement in branded projects and media internships
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Use of advanced editing and color grading suites for student-led research and creative innovation
NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Hostel Facilities
Residential facilities at NICO are designed for a comfortable and secure stay, supporting academic life with modern amenities and reliable services. Separate hostels are provided for boys and girls with both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned room options.
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Hostel Feature |
Description |
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Rooms |
Double sharing, furnished (bed, table, chair, cupboard) with attached bathroom |
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Capacity |
NA |
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Wi-Fi |
Campus-wide access |
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Amenities |
Solar water heaters, 24x7 electricity and water, TV rooms, reading rooms, recreation lounges |
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Security |
24x7 surveillance, security personnel |
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Food |
Good quality, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options |
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Other Facilities |
Indoor games, visitors’ lounge, water coolers, generators, laundry services |
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Air-Conditioning |
Available in select rooms |
NITTE Institute of Communication - NICO Events & Festivals
Students at NICO enjoy an active campus life, with various events and festivals held throughout the year. Signature fests and regular activities encourage participation, creativity, and industry networking.
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"Beacons" annual media festival hosts workshops, competitions, and lectures by industry experts
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International media conferences with academic and professional participants
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Club activities: Film society, theater club, environment club, literary club
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Movie screenings, drama competitions, and debate sessions