Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Media Studies
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Jun, Nov
Tuition Fees
RM37,200
Course Highlights
- This programme takes the relationships between media and society to a greater height where you will be exposed to various actors, interests and issues that revolve around the media systems
- This programme further complements your conceptual understanding with research, writing, computing and organisational skills that will enhance your competitiveness in the employment market
- Possible career choices include, Broadcast News Analyst, Media Planner, Multimedia Artist, Animator, Creative Director, Producer/Director-Stage, Radio and Television Announcer, Reporter and Correspondent, Journalist, Web developer or Web Designer
- Over 35,000 students in 6 campuses across Malaysia
Entry Requirements
- STPM: Grade C in 2 relevant subjects
- A Level: Grade D in 2 relevant subjects
- UEC: Grade B in 5 relevant subjects
- TAR UMT: Foundation in Arts (Track C) or Relevant Diploma
- Other IHL: Relevant Foundation/ Diploma accredited by MQA
Compulsory subject:
- STPM, A Level, UEC, TAR UMT and Other IHL qualifications must include SPM Credit/ O Level Grade C/ UEC Grade B in English Language#
- # Grade B and above in English Language conducted by TAR UMT is accepted as having fulfilled the English Language requirement for applicants with a pass in SPM/Grade D or Grade E (Pass) in O Level/Grade C in UEC in the required English Language subject.
Note:
- a) Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of their Bachelor Degree.
- b) TAR UMT Diploma will be accepted on credit transfer into Bachelor Degree programmes.
- c) Equivalent qualifications or qualifications from other Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- d) Subject to the Ministry of Higher Education’s latest requirements.
Course Structure
- Introduction to Mass Communication
- Media Writing (Print & Electronic)
- Fundamental of Media Planning
- Introduction to Human Communication
- Print Production
- Introduction to Film
- Malaysia: Religious & Cultural Practices
- Rhetoric
- Communication Theories
- Communication Research Methods
- Media Audiences OR Visual Communication
- Electronic Media Production
- Media Management
- Content Editing
- Theory of Film
- Statistical Analysis for Communication
- Industrial Attachment
- Politics & the Media
- Online Business & Communication
- Media Studies Project I
- Writing Strategy OR Broadcast Journalism
- Documentary Production OR Comparative Media System
- Media Studies Project II
- Seminar on Issues in Media Communication
- Media Literacy
Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- English for Tertiary Studies
- Academic English
- English for Career Preparation
- Tamadun Islam dan Asia
- Contemporary Malaysian Issues
- Hubungan Etnik
- Critical Thinking
- Co-curricular
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM37,200
Total payable amount
RM37,200
Scholarships
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
Kuala Lumpur Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
Kuala Lumpur Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Diploma, Bachelor's Degree