Diploma

Diploma in Media Studies


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

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.

Duration:

2 Years

Intake:

JUNE & NOV 

Campus:

Kuala Lumpur Main Campus (R/321/4/0089)(08/23)(AA 0085)

Academic Progression:

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

General Progression Route:

Programme Outline:
  • 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
  • Media Ethics
  • Basic Photography
  • Industrial Attachment
  • Chinese Creative Writing OR Creative Writing

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:
  • Advertising
  • Public relations
  • Print media and electronic media
  • Writers
  • Producers of information
  • Media planner

 

Fees & Financial aid:

Estimated Total Fees: RM18,000 (Malaysian Students), RM33,900 (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:
Media Studies 
Mr Yeap Thiam Hoong
Ext No.: 3821
Cik Siti Norwani Binti Tormadi
Ext No.: 3616

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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