Diploma in Mass Communication (Media Studies)

About this course

This programme aims to provide students a holistic exposure of media especially in this era of convergence. Students will have greater understanding of the mass media – their functions, impact and future direction. Students will also acquire writing, speaking and audio-visual production skills that enhance their employment for the multifaceted media industries.

Entry Requirements

(1)SPM - 3 Credits in the relevant subjects
(2)O Level - 3 Grade C in the relevant subjects
(3)UEC - 3 Grade B in the relevant subjects
(4)Certificate - Relevant Certificate accredited by MQA or relevant Skilled/Technical/Vocational Certificate recognised by the Malaysian Government

Compulsory subject:
(1), (2) and (3) must include SPM Credit/ O Level Grade C/ UEC Grade B in English Language

Note:
a) SPM holders must have at least a pass in Bahasa Melayu and SPM holders from Year 2013 onwards must have a t least a past in Sejarah.

Curriculum

• 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 Relations
• Public Opinion & Persuasion
• Radio & DJ
• The Modern Electronic Media 
• Malaysian Constitutional Framework& Policies
• Communication Law
• Production & Publication
• Media Planning
• Writing for the Mass Media
• Translation: BM, English & Chinese OR Translation: BM & English
• Media Ethics
• Basic Photography
• Industrial Attachment

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

English Language, Pengajian Malaysia 2, Bahasa Kebangsaan A, English for Communication, Social and Work Etiquette, Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism, English for IELTS, Co-curricular

*Co-Curricular Courses can be taken in any semester of the study