Diploma in Media Studies

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)

Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

2 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jun, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM19,700

Course Highlights

  • This programme takes the relationships between media and society to a greater height by exposing you to various actors, interests and issues that revolve around the media systems
  • Acquire knowledge concerning media policies, industries, literacies, audiences, cultures and social concerns
  • This programme further complements your conceptual understanding with research, writing, computing and organisational skills that will enhance your competitiveness in the employment market
  • Over 35,000 students in 6 campuses across Malaysia

Entry Requirements

  • SPM: 3 Credits in the relevant subjects
  • O Level: 3 Grade C in the relevant subjects
  • UEC: 3 Grade B in the relevant subjects
  • Certificate:
    • Relevant certificate accredited by MQA OR
    • relevant Skilled/Technical/Vocational Certificate accredited by MQA or recognised by the Malaysian Government

Compulsory subject:

  • SPM, O Level and UEC 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

Notes:

  • a) SPM holders must have at least a pass in Bahasa Melayu and SPM holders from the year 2013 onwards must also have at least a pass in Sejarah.
  • b) Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of their Diploma.
  • 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 Information Technology
  • Introduction to Mass Communication
  • Chinese Writing for the Mass Media OR Introduction to Drama 
  • Introduction to Human Communication
  • Malaysia: Cultural & Religious Practices
  • Film & Society
  • Mass Media & Society
  • Introduction to Advertising 
  • Public Opinion & Persuasion
  • Radio & DJ
  • The Modern Electronic Media 
  • Malaysian Constitutional Framework& Policies
  • Communication Law
  • Production & Publication
  • Media Planning
  • Writing for the Mass Media
  • Media Ethics
  • Basic Photography
  • Industrial Attachment
  • Chinese Creative Writing OR Creative Writing

Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:

  • English for Tertiary Studies
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • Academic English
  • Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism OR Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
  • Professional English
  • *Co-curricular

Notes:

  • *Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory for students without Credit in Bahasa Malaysia at SPM level.
  • *Compulsory Co-Curricular Course is taken in the semesters.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM19,700

Total payable amount

RM19,700

Scholarships

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)

Kuala Lumpur Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur

TAR UMT Merit Scholarship

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

TAR UMT Sports Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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