Diploma in Mass Communication

Overview

Diploma in Mass Communication programme at MIU is in line with the growth of the current technology and industry needs. Students are introduced to the basic mass communication majors, and taught to critically understand and examine the role of mass communication in society. All students are provided with a firm grounding in knowledge of the mass communication theories and analyses. By setting such standards and providing hands-on practice, diploma scholars and graduates are prepared to be competent media practitioners, efficient leaders and creative team workers.

The syllabus of the programme has been designed to utilise state-of-the-art digital equipment and tap the expertise of experienced academicians as well as media industry professionals. In addition, internship programmes at leading organisations with active global operations have been included. Thus, this programme prepares students for a career in the social media, electronic media and existing traditional media.

With a syllabus aligned to industry requirements, international faculty and multi-cultural students from all over the world, learning at MIU encourages the communion of ideas and convergence of experience which thoroughly prepare students for a global career.

Intakes: April, July and October

Program Duration: 2.5 Years

Program Brochure: Download here

Eligibility Criteria

Pass SPM or equivalent with a minimum 3 credits including English, or
Pass STPM with a minimum grade of C ( CGPA 2.0 ) in any subject and a credit in English in SPM, or
Pass STAM with a minimum grade of Maqbul and a credit in English in SPM, or
Pass SKM level 3 and pass SPM with a credit in English, or
Pass Certificate (KKM Level 3) and a credit in English in SPM , or
Pass Certificate (KKM Level 3) in Media and Communications, and
Other qualifications as recognized by the Malaysian Government as equivalent.

Channels of Learning

A blend of multiple channels

Face-To-Face: Contact Classes (Nilai campus/KL Centre)
Online: Classes through our award-winning e-platform EduNxt™
On the field learning

Benefit from our high impact Advisory Board

One-on-One Mentoring
Placement Assistance
Corporate Immersions
Industry Networking
Thought Leadership Talks
Capstone Project
Both Part-Time and Full-Time modes are available to suit your needs!

Course Outline

Year 1

Semester 1

English
Introduction to Mass Communication
Introduction to Broadcasting
Introduction to Publishing
Introduction to Journalism
Human Communication

Semester 2

Principles of Public Relations
Introduction to Advertising
Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
Principles of information System
Graphic and Layout
Broadcasting Journalism

Semester 3

MPU 1-1 (Pengajian Malaysia )
MPU 1-2 B. Melayu Komunikasi 2
MPU 3- Constitution & Community
Introduction to Management

Year 2

Semester 4

Radio & TV broadcasting
Intercultural Communication
New Media and Communication Technology
Media, Law and Ethics
Mass Media and Society
New Media Marketing

Semester 5

Mass Media Research
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Event Planning and Management
Writing for Mass Media
Desktop Publishing (DTP)
Introduction to Communication Theories

Semester 6

MPU 2 (Creative & Critical Thinking)
MPU 4(Co-Curriculum)

Year 3

Semester 7

Industrial Training

Recognitions