Bachelor of Communication (Honours) Journalism
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Jan, Jun, Oct
Tuition Fees
RM39,400
Course Highlights
- Explore your creative side, combining traditional and non-traditional methods with emerging new media trends
- The curriculum has been updated to include the Fourth Industrial Revolution and a greater emphasis on Multimedia Journalism
- As the journalism industry continues to change and evolve, this programme adapts to these changes so that you can specialise in the area you are most interested in
- Ranked #109 in QS Asia University Rankings 2026 and #301-350 in THE Asia University Rankings 2026
Entry Requirements
- STPM:
- 1. A minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects
- 2. Credit in English at SPM level / equivalent**
- STAM:
- 1. A minimum grade of Jayyid
- 2. Credit in English at SPM level / equivalent**
- A Level:
- 1. A minimum of Grade D in any 2 subjects
- 2. Pass in English at SPM level / equivalent
- UEC:
- 1. Grade B in 5 subjects
- 2. Credit in English at SPM level / equivalent**
- SAM:
- 1. Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in any 2 subjects
- 2. Pass in English at SPM level / equivalent
- CPU:
- 1. An average of 70% in any 6 subjects
- 2. Pass in English at SPM level / equivalent
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:
- 1. Diploma with a minimum of 24 points (excluding bonus points)
- 2. Pass in English at SPM level / equivalent
- TVET Diplomas: Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM):
- 1. Must be fully accredited by MQA
- 2. A minimum CGPA of 2.50 OR CGPA 2.00 with at least 2 years working experience in relevant field, subject to Senate / Academic Board’s approval
- 3. Applicants will be required to pass the admission screening process conducted by the faculty and undergo the Bridging programme, if necessary, during the period of their study in addition to the existing curriculum structure
- 4. Credit transfer can be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to existing credit transfer policies which are in effect
- UTAR Foundation,Matriculation or Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning,Diploma (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent:
- 1. Minimum CGPA of 2.00
- 2. Credit in English at SPM level/equivalent** (NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in English at SPM level / equivalent)
- Diploma in Media and Communication (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent:
- Minimum CGPA of 2.00
- Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government as equivalent to the above requirements:
- Credit in English at SPM level / equivalent** (NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in English at SPM level / equivalent)
Note:
- **The credit requirement for English at SPM level can be waived should the admission qualifications contain English subject(s) equivalent / higher than the English offered at SPM level
Malaysian applicants with STPM/UEC/qualifications not conducted fully in English must have a
- SPM: Credit in English language OR
- O-Level: Grade C in English OR
- UEC: Grade B in English OR
- MUET: Band 3.5 OR
- IELTS: Band 5.0 OR
- TOEFL: 40(iBT)/7.5(Essentials) / PTE 47 OR
- Cambridge English 154/100(OET)/ELS CIEP Level 107/HEET 6 (NOT applicable for A-Level/SAM/CPU or entry qualifications conducted fully in English BUT must have a pass in English language at SPM level / equivalent)
- Those who do not meet the above English language requirements but obtain a pass in English language at SPM level / equivalent are required to take the Intensive English Programme and pass CEFR B2 before joining the Bachelor's degree programme
Course Structure
- Desktop Publishing
- English for Mass Communication
- Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Advertising
- Introduction to Mass Communication
- Introduction to Political Science
- Introduction to Video Production & Editing
- Journalism Studies
- MPU1
- MPU1
- Multimedia Journalism
- National Language/Other Languages
- News Reporting and Writing
- Photojournalism
- Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
- Advanced News Reporting and Writing
- Broadcast Journalism
- Business Journalism
- Co-curriculum
- Communication Research Methods
- Communication Theories
- Digital Communication Technology
- Feature Writing
- Introduction to Sociology
- Minor I
- Minor II
- Minor III
- Minor IV
- Minor V
- MPU3
- Elective I
- Final Year Project I
- Final Year Project II
- Industrial Training
- Media Law and Ethics
- Media Management
- Politics and The Media
Minor I (Choose 1):
- Introduction To International Relations
- Design for Media
Minor II (Choose 1):
- Advertising Copy Writing
- Introduction to Advertising
Minor III (Choose 1):
- Creative Strategy for Advertising
- Public Administration
Minor IV (Choose 1):
- Contemporary Malaysian Politics
- Media Planning
Minor V (Choose 1):
- Integrated Marketing Communication
- Political Philosophy
Elective I (Choose 1):
- Ethics And Contemporary Social Issues
- Interpersonal Communication
- Oral Communication And Interpersonal Skills
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM49,250
RM39,400
Other miscellaneous fees
RM3,600
Discounts & scholarships
-RM500
Total payable amount
RM42,500
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