Overview of Diploma In Mass Communication in Manipal International University Malaysia
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.
Entry Requirement
ENTRY LEVEL
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Required minimum score of 5.0 for IELTS or 500 for TOEFL or its
equivalent
SPM/O Level
Pass with 3 credits (minimum Grade C including English)
STPM
Pass STPM with a minimum of Grade C in any subject;
AND a credit in English at SPM or its equivalent
CERTIFICATE
Pass SKM Certificate related field (Level 3) (recognized by Malaysian
Government);
AND a credit in English at SPM or its equivalent
OTHERS
Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the
Malaysian Government
Courses
Courses of Diploma In Mass Communication in Manipal International University Malaysia
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
CAREER PROSPECTS
Upon completion of this programme, students will be well-prepared to continue on their way to become:
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