International Communication Studies with Performing Arts BA (Hons)

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Sep

Tuition Fees

RM130,500

Course Highlights

  • Opportunity to gain hands-on practice in the process of development and production of music, dance and theatre shows, while developing further understanding in the field of Media and Communication - allowing you to combine your career with your passion
  • The university has established partnerships with The Chinese Artists Association of Hong Kong (Barwo) and the Cantonese Opera Academy of Hong Kong Ltd (COA) to enhance performing arts education
  • You can engage in guided rehearsals, workshops and mentoring sessions that lead to full-scale public productions​
  • Ranked #97 in the world and #16 in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2027)

Course Structure

Core Modules:

  • Culture and Society
  • Beginners French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
  • Global Music Studies
  • Literature and English Drama
  • Media and Communications Theory

Core Modules:

  • Intermediate French, German, Japanese, Korean, Madarin or Spanish (full year)
  • Music in Film
  • Political Communication, Public Relations and Propaganda
  • Researching Culture, Film and Media (full year)
  • Writing for Performance

Core Modules:

  • Advanced French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
  • Creative project
  • Writing for the Media

Optional modules:

  • Digital Communication and Media
  • Psychology of Music
  • Gender, Sexuality and Media

Entry Requirements

  • A Level: BCC (excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies).
  • IB Diploma: 24 points overall.
  • STPM: BC+C+, excluding Pengajian Am.
  • UEC: 3 B3s and 2 B4s (excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language).
  • Australian Year 12: ATAR 78, with consideration for relevant subjects.
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 
    • 75% average across 6 subjects.
    • Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and will be assessed based on the University’s requirements.
  • Gaokao (NCEE) and Senior High School Diploma (China): 
    • 68% average in the Gaokao, and a minimum of 70% overall in the Senior High School Diploma.
    • Gaokao scores are converted from 750 to a percentage scale.
  • Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) / Indian School Certificate (CISCE) - Class XII: 75% average from the best 4 subjects, excluding the local language, Environmental Education, general studies subjects, and Physical Education.
  • Advance Placement (AP): 4, 3, 3 in relevant subjects.
  • Diploma - Local Institutions: Entry to Year 2 is assessed on a case-by-case basis, typically requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in relevant subjects.
  • Foundation - Local Institutions: Acceptance is at the School’s discretion and requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in relevant subjects.
  • Nottingham's Foundation Programme: Successful completion is required.
  • IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)
  • TOEFL (iBT): 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking)
  • PTE (Academic): 71 (with no less than 65 in each element)
  • GCE A Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C
  • GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C
  • SPM: CEFR level B2
  • GCSE O-Level: Grade C / 4
  • IGCSE (first language): Grade C / 4
  • IGCSE (second language): Grade B / 6
  • MUET: Band 4.5
  • UEC: Grade A2
  • IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level): 4 points
  • IB English B (Higher Level): 4 points
  • IB English B (Standard Level): 5 points
  • OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) (No fast-track route): 75%
  • CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X: 75% overall (confirmation of English as the medium of instruction required)

Notes:

  • IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old.
  • IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
  • IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.
  • MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.
  • OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants have completed all 30 credits from standard OSSD courses, not through credit exemptions. Fast-track routes are not accepted.
  • CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X English with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants provide a confirmation letter stating that English was the medium of instruction throughout schooling from Class X to Class XII.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM200

Tuition fees

RM130,500

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM130,400

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Other savings

Up to RM4,350

  • Waiver

Scholarships

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

High Achievers' Scholarship

Amount

Up to 25% tuition fee waiver for first year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Sibling Scholarship

Amount

10% tuition fee waiver for first year

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Dean's Excellence Scholarship

Amount

25% tuition fee waiver for 1 year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

UNM - YTAR Scholarship

Amount

100% full scholarship

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

UNM - MCKL Scholarship

Amount

100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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