Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)

Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree

Duration

3 years

Intake

JanJanNovNov

English Requirement

IELTS 5.0

Offer Letter

Free

Class Type

Physical

Course Fee for International Students

	Yearly Tuition fees
	Year	Fee
	1st Year	MYR 21,800
	2nd Year	MYR 21,800
	3rd Year	MYR 21,800

	Other Fees
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The Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) is designed for students aspiring to build successful careers in the journalism and media industry. With a curriculum driven by industry needs, the program offers a blend of teaching and experiential learning to equip students with advanced skills for professional media reporting.

Focusing on an enriching educational experience, the program prepares students for the dynamic and fast-evolving media landscape. It also explores both local Malaysian and global media contexts, ensuring graduates are well-prepared and highly employable in the industry. This comprehensive approach fosters critical thinking and practical skills essential for success in various journalism roles.

Entry Requirements

STPM

Grade C in 2 relevant subjects AND SPM Credit.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Journalists
Writers
Reporters
Copy Editors
Editors
Communications Executives

Programme Outline

Total Credits: [Specify Total Credits]

Core Courses

Introduction to Mass Communication
Introduction to Journalism
Media in Malaysia
Media Law
Digital Storytelling
Photojournalism
News Subediting
Chinese Creative Writing OR Creative Writing
Interviewing for Journalism
Local News Reporting
Persuasive Writing for Media
Online Journalism
Communication Theories
Television Production
Communication Research Methods
Statistical Analysis for Communication
Media Management and Competition
Sports Journalism
Industrial Attachment
Mobile Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
Journalism Research
Journalism Ethics and Issues
Feature Writing
Final Year Applied Journalism Project
Global Journalism OR Citizen Journalism OR War and Conflict Reporting
PR Practices in Malaysia OR Intercultural Communication OR Music Journalism

Language, MPU and Co-Curricular Courses

English for Tertiary Studies
Academic English
English for Career Preparation
Tamadun Islam dan Asia
Contemporary Malaysian Issues
Hubungan Etnik
Critical Thinking OR MPU-3213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students without credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu only)
Co-curricular Activities (Year One Intake: must be taken in Year 1, Semester 3; Diploma Promoted Year 2 Intake: must be taken in Year 3, Semester 1)

Co-Curricular Courses can be taken in any semester of the study.

Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism

Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism