Bachelor of Media and Creative Studies (Honours) at Tunku Abdul Rahman University (UTAR)

Bachelor of Media and Creative Studies (Honours)

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

First year from MYR 18,417 excludes 6% SST & other fees

Estimated total tuition from ~MYR 55,251 3 years programme

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The Bachelor of Media and Creative Studies (Honours) program at Tunku Abdul Rahman University (UTAR) offers a unique and comprehensive curriculum that integrates the fields of Creative Studies and Media. This program equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the production and management of creative content across various media platforms. Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical experiences, students develop their creativity, technical expertise, and critical thinking abilities. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to meet the demands of the ever-changing media industry, with the ability to conceptualize, produce, and effectively communicate creative ideas to diverse audiences. They are versatile professionals who contribute to the dynamic and evolving landscape of media and creative industries.

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

Advertising Executive
Broadcast Journalist
Copywriter
Media Planner
Print Journalist
Producer
Scriptwriter
Social Media Content Producer
Web Journalist

Year 1

Advertising Copywriting
Advertising Design
Co-Curriculum
Communicative English
Creative Thinking and Idea Generation
Creative Writing
Design Studio
Elective I
Fundamentals of Public Relations
Introduction to Advertising
Introduction to Broadcasting
Introduction to Journalism
MPU1*
National Language/Other Language
Radio Broadcasting
Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies

Year 2

Approaches to Communication Research
Basic Video Production
Communication Law
Creative Strategy for Advertising
Digital Transformation and E-Commerce
Elective II
Interactive Multimedia I
Interactive Multimedia II
Interactive Reporting
Media and Communication Theories
Media Planning
New Media and Communication
Online Visual Strategy
Screenplay and Scriptwriting

Year 3

Entreprenuership
Ethics in Media Communication
Final Project
Industrial Training
Media Project
MPU1**
Politics and Media

Elective I - Choose 1 course(s)

English for Business
Marketing and Media
Public Speaking

Elective II - Choose 1 course(s)

Communication in Interpersonal Relationships
Fundamentals of Psychology
Social Media Strategy for Business

Elective III - Choose 1 course(s)

Audience & Reception Studies
Entrepreneurship

MPU 1* - Choose 1 course

Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students

MPU 1** - Choose 1 course

Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students
Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban - For Local Students

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
Community Project
Language, Culture and Social Study Aboard
Social Entrepreneurship Project
Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
Team Work and Collaborative Project

Bachelor of Media and Creative Studies (Honours)

Bachelor of Media and Creative Studies (Honours)