What is overseas education?

Overseas education is leaving your home country and going abroad to pursue further education. Through overseas education, you can avail of long-term degree courses as well as short-term certificate courses to learn a language or upskill yourself.

How to get a scholarship to study abroad?

If you are aiming to study abroad, identify your career goals, look for relevant courses and universities abroad, know the tuition fees and other expenditures, prepare well for the entrance exams, apply to shortlisted universities, accept the offer letter from the desired university, apply for a student visa and get ready to jet off!

The best way to study abroad for free is to avail of full-funded scholarships or university grants. The fully-funded scholarships are typically awarded to students who excel in academics or extracurricular activities and cover their tuition fees, travel expenses, accommodation, and other living expenses.

How to study abroad for free?

To get an education loan for studying abroad, you need to have the admission offer letter from the university and fulfill the eligibility criteria for securing the loan. In order to get an education loan at the best rate of interest, seek guidance from a reputed study-abroad consultant.

How to get an education loan for studying abroad?

Choose to study abroad to leverage better learning opportunities, see the world, meet new people, boost your resume, develop a broader perspective, become culturally competent, and avail yourself of lucrative job opportunities globally.

How to go abroad for studies?

The best way to go abroad for studies is to get in touch with reputed study-abroad consultants. They can help you explore courses aligned with your academic interests, guide you in preparing for entrance exams, help you with university and student visa applications, and even provide post-arrival assistance.

Bachelor of Mass Communication (Honours)

OVERVIEW

Throughout this Bachelor of Mass Communication programme, you will develop the core skills required for effective communication. You will learn the art of researching, honing your ability to gather and analyse information. Our focus on writing will sharpen your written communication skills, enabling you to craft compelling messages tailored to different audiences and platforms.

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Media and Communication

Intake Month

February, April and September

Study Options

Full time only

Real world

Industry projects

Overseas Transfer Options

United Kingdom (UK) and Australia

Study Programme

3-year

Professional Internship

3-month

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PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Strategising is a crucial aspect of communication, and our programme will equip you with the tools to develop effective communication plans. You will learn how to identify communication objectives, devise strategies, and execute them with precision. By honing your strategic thinking abilities, you will be prepared to navigate the challenges of the ever-changing communication landscape. Through hands-on projects and real-world scenarios, you will learn how to plan, execute, and evaluate communication initiatives across a range of sectors.

Primary Major

This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

Common Core

Year 1

Introduction to Mass Communication
Visual Communication
Intercultural Communication
Communication Theory
Innovative Media
Media Writing
Media Analytics
Media Law & Ethics

Year 2

• New Media and Society

• Specialisation Modules

Year 3

• FINAL PROJECT

– Choose 1 out of 5 Modules

• Research Project

• Internship

You will need to choose one of the specialisation below:

Digital Media Production

Narrative Writing
Digital Moving Image
Digital Animation and Compositing
Visual Storytelling
Audience Studies
Trends in New Media
Digital Media Creative Project

Journalism & Media Practice

Journalism Fundamentals
Newsgathering and Writing
Narrative Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
Activism and the Media
New Media Production
Journalism Professional Practice

Advertising & Brand Management

Advertising Fundamentals
Strategic Copywriting
Creative Design for Advertising
Brand Management
Corporate Identity & Branding Design
Media Planning and Analysis
Advertising & Brand Management
Collaborative Project

Public Relations

Public Relations Principles
Promotional Writing
Publicity And Media Relations
Crisis Management
Organisational Communication
International Public Relations
Public Relations Events Consultancy/Public Relations Consultancy

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

University Core

This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. These consist of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
Emotional Intelligence in Action
Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah (Integrity And Anti-Corruption)
Social Innovation Project

Note:

Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.
All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Flexible Education

The Flexible Education component offers students the flexibility to explore modules in a related or unrelated field, enhancing and complementing their primary major. This component allows students to broaden their knowledge and skills by selecting modules from the same or different schools within the university.

Flexible Education can take various forms, including free electives, extensions, minors, or even a second major. These options provide students with the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific area of interest or broaden their understanding by exploring a different field of study.

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You will need to choose one of the package below.

Free Electives

You will need to select any five (5) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor’s University. You can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list. The free electives offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

Minor

You will need to select one of the Minor packages offered by Taylor’s University. You can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list. The minor offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

2nd Major

You will need to select one of the Major packages offered by Taylor’s University. You can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list. The minor offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Our programme offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the field of Mass Communication. To ensure a smooth admission process, please take note of our entry requirements listed below.

Prerequisites

Pass SPM//O-level or equivalent with 5 credits including English for entry with pre-university / foundation qualification (Except for UEC).

Pass SPM/O-level or equivalent with 3 credits including English for entry with Diploma qualification.

Note:

_{Candidates without a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent may be admitted if the STPM / Foundation / Diploma / Matriculation programme contains subjects in English that are equivalent or higher to English at SPM level.}
All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Entry Pathway

Taylor’s Foundation in Arts (FIA)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Taylor’s Diploma in Communication (DICM)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Pass with min. 5Bs including English

_{(Note: Candidates without a Grade ‘B’ in UEC English may be admitted if the candidate has a credit in English at SPM or equivalent)}

A Level

Min. DD (2 subjects)

AUSMAT (SACEi)

Min. ATAR 55

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

Min. average of 55% in 6 subjects

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Min. 24 points in 6 subjects

Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)

Overall 50%

Other Qualifications

Pass Foundation / Pre-University from any other institution recognised by MOHE with min CGPA 2.0; or
Pass Diploma from any other institution recognised by MOHE with min CGPA 2.0 or
Pass Diploma in Media and Communication or its equivalent; or (Pre-requisite of credit in English at SPM level or equivalent is not required)
Pass Matriculation from an institution recognised by MOHE; or
Any other equiv. qualification recognized by M’sian Government.
Application via APEL A is allowed. For the requirements please refer to the index page.

Note:

_{Candidates without a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent may be admitted if the STPM / Foundation / Diploma / Matriculation programme contains subjects in English that are equivalent or higher to English at SPM level.}
All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

English Requirements

IELTS, TOEFL, MUET, UEC English

Pass English

Taylor’s EET

Overall score 5.0

Cambridge English/ELS also recognised; the minimum score varies by programme

Taylor’s IEN

Level 2 – Grade C

Pre-University/Diploma

Complete Pre-University/Diploma that was conducted in English

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

FUTURE CAREERS

When you’ve successfully completed this Bachelor of Mass Communication programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

Campaign Director
Consumer Advocate
Corporate Affairs Manager
Corporate Communication Manager
Foreign Affairs Officer

Public Relations Consultant
Publicist
Art Director
Special Correspondent

HOW TO APPLY

Embarking on your journey towards a Bachelor of Mass Communication degree represents an exhilarating advancement in your educational and professional career. We are here to guide you through the application process, ensuring it is as seamless and straightforward as possible. To discover more about the procedure and the documents required, please visit our Admissions website for further information.