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Bachelor of Communication (Honours) Journalism

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Tunku Abdul Rahman University (UTAR) (KAMPAR CAMPUS)

Bachelor of Communication (Honours) Journalism

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Tunku Abdul Rahman University (UTAR) (KAMPAR CAMPUS)

Bachelor of Communication (Honours) Journalism

Qualification
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
3 years
Intake
OctOctFebFebJunJun
English Requirement
IELTS 5.0
Offer Letter
Free
Class Type
Physical
Course Fee for International Students
Yearly Tuition fees
Year Fee
1st YearMYR 18,533
2nd YearMYR 18,533
3rd YearMYR 18,533
Other Fees
Description Fee
Caution Fee (Refundable)MYR 500
Personal Bond Fee (Refundable - Average )MYR 1,500
Registration and Administrative FeesMYR 6,400
Resource, Exam, Facility , Activity and Service FeesMYR 1,300
Visa Fee (Average )MYR 2,300

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The Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism program at Tunku Abdul Rahman University (UTAR) recognizes the ever-changing landscape of the journalism industry, which continually redefines how news and stories are delivered and experienced by users. This program is designed to adapt to these changes, allowing students to specialize in their areas of interest within the field. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism degree at UTAR are encouraged to embrace their creative abilities by integrating traditional and non-traditional methods with emerging trends in new media. The curriculum has been updated to reflect the impact of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and places a stronger emphasis on Multimedia Journalism. Through this program, students gain a comprehensive understanding of journalism principles, media ethics, news reporting, and storytelling techniques. They are equipped with the skills to navigate the evolving media landscape, harness the power of various platforms and technologies, and deliver compelling and informative content to diverse audiences. The Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism program at UTAR prepares graduates for a range of exciting careers in journalism, enabling them to thrive in the dynamic media industry and contribute to the dissemination of accurate and impactful news in the digital age.

Entry Requirements

STPM  

  •  A minimum of Grade C in any 2 subjects 
  • Credit in English at SPM level / equivalent

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

  • Newspaper Journalist
  • Broadcast Journalist
  • Publishing Copy-editor/Proofreader
  • Web Content/Social Media Manager
  • Political Secretary
  • Public Service
  • Policy Analyst

Year 1

  • Co-curriculum â€‹
  • Desktop Publishing 
  • Digital Photojournalism​
  • Elective I​
  • English for Mass Communication 
  • Entrepreneurship 
  • Introduction to Advertising 
  • Introduction to Mass Communication 
  • Introduction to Political Science 
  • Journalism Studies 
  • MPU1* 
  • Multimedia Content Production I
  • Multimedia Content Production II
  • News Reporting and Writing 
  • Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies 

Year 2

  • Broadcast Journalism 
  • Business Journalism 
  • Communication Research Methods 
  • Communication Theories 
  • Contemporary Malaysian Politics​
  • Data Journalism​
  • Design for Media​
  • Digital Communication Technology 
  • Feature Writing 
  • Integrated Marketing Communication​
  • Introduction to Comparative Politics​
  • Introduction to Sociology 
  • MPU1**
  • MPU3
  • National Language / Other Language​
  • Public Administration​

Year 3

  • Culture and Communication​
  • Feature Writing​
  • Final Year Project I 
  • Final Year Project II 
  • Industrial Training 
  • Media Law and Ethics 
  • Multimedia Management​
  • Politics and Media in the Digital Age â€‹

Elective I - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Interpersonal Communication 
  • Oral Communication And Interpersonal Skills 

MPU 1* - Choose 1 course

  • Penghayatan  Etika dan Peradaban - For Local Students
  • Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students
MPU 1** - Choose 1 course
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students

MPU 3 - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Development Trends in Malaysia 
  • Malaysian Economy

National Language/Other Languages - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
  • Communication Tamil For Health Sciences
  • Introduction to French
  • Introduction to German Language
  • Introduction to Japanese
  • Introduction to Korean
  • Introduction to Tamil Language
  • Introduction to Thai Language
 

Co-curriculum - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Art, Craft, and Design
  • Arts and Cultural Performance
  • Business Plan Writing & Preparation
  • Community Project
  • Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Language, Culture and Social Study Aboard
  • Leadership and Teambuilding
  • Managing Personal Finance
  • Music Performance
  • Management of Martial Arts Activity
  • Management of Sports Activity
  • Oral Communication
  • Social Entrepreneurship Project
  • Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
  • Team Work and Collaborative Project
  • Work Ethics and EQ
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