Diploma in Mass Communication
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College
George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
2.5 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, Jun
Tuition Fees
RM35,410
Course Structure
- Public Speaking Skills
- Media Research Method
- Writing and Referencing
- Media, Culture and Society
- Digital Literacy/Introduction to Sociology
- Public Relations in Practice
- Photo Communication
- Digital Design
- Personal Branding
- Mass Media Law
- Radio Broadcasting
- Film and Genre Studies
- Introduction to Digital Journalism
- Persuasive Advertising
- Consumer Behaviour
- Media Strategy Planning
- Transmedia Creation
- Communication Project
- Organisational Communication/Multimedia and Web Development
- Practical Training
Mass communication is the field in which information or messages are delivered through a medium to the masses. The study of mass communication includes learning how to effectively get your message across to the target audience via your chosen medium. Mass communication has evolved over the years especially with the internet. It now includes the virtual world, with information being dispersed online. Other popular forms of media include television, newspaper, billboard, and radio.
Here are some reasons why you should venture into this exciting field:
- You will develop excellent communication and creative thinking skills
- You will be encouraged to speak and voice your thoughts and opinions. You will also learn to think creatively and always be on the edge of your feet.
- You will have an opportunity to work in numerous industries.
- The communication skills that you develop will open many doors for you.
- Mass communication graduates have found jobs in advertising, marketing, management, health care, publishing, journalism, politics, education and business industries.
- The mass communication industry culture is fun and creative
- There is no other industry like this. You will be able to express yourself and work on ideas that may seem out of this world.
Mass communication fields:
You will most likely be exposed to the following fields when you take up a mass communication course:
- Marketing
- Advertising
- Journalism
- Public relations
- Broadcasting
- Digital Advertising
MPU Subjects
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian Students)
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International Students)
- Personal Development Skills
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Teamwork and Community
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
Notes:
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory for all Malaysian students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia.
- without SPM Bahasa Malaysia (applicable to students from UEC, O Level, or other equivalent programs)
Entry Requirements
- SPM/GCE O Levels: Min. 3 Credits inclusive of a Credit in English
- UEC: Min. 3 Credits inclusive of a Credit in English
- ??????Local Student: Credit (SPM / 1119 / UEC / O Levels English)
- International Student: Band 5.0 in IELTS; or a min score of 40 (IBT) or 7.5 (Essentials-Online) in TOEFL; or Cambridge English (154); or PTE Academic (47)
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Notes:
If English language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) may be taken at UOW Malaysia.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM900
RM500
Tuition fees
RM35,410
Other miscellaneous fees
RM3,900
Discounts & scholarships
-RM300
Total payable amount
RM39,510
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