This Diploma in Mass Communication is a broad-based diploma course that covers Public Relations, Advertising, TV Production, Journalism, Media Planning and Marketing. It gives students a wide area to explore and discover where their true passion lies, with hands-on assignments backed with theory, so that it is easier for them to choose a major for their degree or decide on a career.
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Programme details
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Students will have the opportunity to gain experience through structured internships during this programme. We also bring the industry into the classroom, allowing students to understand and work closely with the industries they will be part of in the future. By implementing Employer Lecturer and Employer Project initiatives, we bring the gap closer between the industry and students.
Highlights
Covers all areas of Mass Communication
Hands-on experience backed up with theory
Structured internship at diploma level
Real-world exposure through participation in global events and projects
Support from seniors
Industry exposure in the classroom
Career Opportunities
Public Relations Practitioner / Executive, Corporate Communication Executive, Account Management, Planner, Copywriter, Project Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Branding Executive, Assistant Producer, Script Writer, Media Analyst, Media Planner, Media Buyer, Journalist, Junior Writer, Feature Writer, Sub Editor
Programme Duration
2 years
Accredited by
Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Programme Structure
Core Subjects
Advertising Strategies & Planning
English for Academic Purposes
Fundamentals of Marketing
Graphic Communication
Human Communication
Integrated Marketing Communications
Introduction to Communication Research
Introduction to Journalism
Introduction to Video / TV Production
Mass Communication & Related Theories
Media Law & Ethics
Media Issues & Content
Principles of Advertising
Principles of Public Relations
Mass Communication - Practical Component
Public Relations Strategies News Writing
Public Speaking
Radio & Podcast
Screen Production Techniques
Screen Writing
Writing for Mass Media
News Writing
Internships
Electives** (Choose one)
Introduction to Business
Photography
MPU subjects
Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
Co Curriculum
Green Future Malaysia
Media Literacy for Personal Branding
Malaysian Studies 2 (Local students) / Communicating in Malay 1B (international students
* For Malaysian students who do not have a credit in SPM BM.
** Offering of electives, please consult the Head of Programme.
Campuses & Intakes
INTI International University
January
May
August
INTI International College Subang
January
April
August
INTI International College Penang
January
April
August
Note: International students are subject to placement guidelines. Please check with a student counsellor.
Entry Level
Entry Requirements
SPM / O-Level
3 Credits including English
UEC
3Bs including English
STPM
Pass STPM or its equivalent with minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent
STAM
Pass STAM with minimum grade Maqbul and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent
Certificate
Pass Certificate in related field with minimum CGPA 2.00 and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent
Certificate in Media & Communication
Pass Certificate in Media and Communication or its equivalent
SKM
LEVEL 3 and Pass SPM with a credit in English
Other
Equivalent qualifications recognised by Malaysian Government
KPT: INTI International University: KPT/JPS(N/321/4/0189)09/2020 INTI International College Subang: KPT/JPT(R/321/4/0175)11/2020 - A6491 INTI International College Penang: KPT/JPT(N/321/4/0082)10/2023 - MQA/FA3583
