Diploma

Diploma in Journalism


[formerly known as Diploma in Mass Communication (Journalism)]
 
Programme Overview:

This programme is catered for students who wish to develop a successful career in journalism and the media industry. The programme equips students with practical skills for media reporting with an emphasis on hands-on learning experience.With industry relevant content, the programme offers a holistic learning experience that produces graduates that are employable in the journalism and media industry.

Duration:

2 Years

Intake:

JUNE & NOV

Campus:

Kuala Lumpur Campus KL(R2/0321/4/0088)(08/28)(AA0081)

Academic Progression:

Graduates may be admitted into Year 2 of Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism.

General Progression Route:

Programme Outline:
  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • Introduction to Mass Communication
  • Introduction to Human Communication
  • Chinese Writing for the Mass Media OR Introduction to Drama
  • Mass Media and Society
  • Writing for the Electronic Media
  • Introduction to Journalism 
  • Translation for Media
  • Fundamentals of Web Design
  • Malaysia: Cultural & Religious Practices
  • Basic Audio and Video Production
  • Digital Storytelling
  • Media Ethics
  • Photojournalism
  • Chinese Creative Writing OR Creative Writing
  • Malaysian Constitutional Framework and Policies
  • Communication Law
  • Copy Editing
  • Podcasting
  • Production & Publication
  • Media in Malaysia
  • Industrial Attachment

Compulsory courses:

Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1, Social and Work Etiquette, Bahasa Kebangsaan A, Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism, Co-curricular, Integrative English, Progressive English

Minimum  Entry Requirements:

Career Prospects:
  • Journalists
  • Writers
  • Reporters
  • Communications Executives
  • Content Writers
Fees & Financial aid:

Estimated Total Fees: RM18,300 (Malaysian Students), RM34,600 (International Students)

The estimated total fees may vary by 10%. 

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  • Other scholarship

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Financial Aid

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Contact Information:
Journalism
Ms Lee Soo Hui
Ext No.: 3744
Mr. Satwant Singh A/L Karam Singh
Ext No.: 3498

Contact Us


FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN UNIVERSITY OF MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY
JALAN GENTING KELANG
SETAPAK
53300 KUALA LUMPUR

TELEPHONE: +603-41450123 / 41450100
Ext no. 3583, 3532
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EMAIL : fcci@tarc.edu.my

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