Higher Diploma in Mass Communication
(E-Learning)
The Higher Diploma is intended to impart theoretical knowledge in the interdisciplinary fields of mass communication, journalism, film, and multimedia as well as the practical aspects of these areas so as to provide career opportunities in the mass media, commercial, financial and information system sectors of the economy.
Full Time: 9 months
Part Time: 12 months
2-3 times per week
INTAKE:
Feburary / March / April / May / June / July / August / September / October / November
Core Modules
Foundations of Writing (JUR106)
Advertising and Public Relations (MAR110)
Web Production (ANM101)
Documentary (FLM101)
Media Communication and Technology (MED110)
Introduction to Media (MED101)
Global Culture (MED203)
Media, Popular Culture and Entertainment (MED210)
Film Studies (FLM201)
Film Production (FLM202)
Media Representations (MED204)
Researching Media (MED202)
Course Assessment
Essay, group project & presentation.
Minimum Age Requirement:
17 years old
Academic Entry Requirements
Any of the following or equivalent:
Obtained at least an E at GCE A level in any 2 subjects
TMC Diploma/Foundation Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma (at least 24 points)
NUS High School Diploma
Polytechnic Diploma
Diploma (in Accounting/Business/Management/IT/Computing/Hospitality/ Psychology) from Private Education Institutions (assessed on a case by case basis)
Completed High School/ Year 12
English Entry Requirement:
Local students:
At least a C6 at GCE O level English
Completed a Diploma or equivalent where medium of instruction is English
Pass an English online test and an interview with the Dean/HOD/designate
Mature Candidates
Mature Candidates of ≥30 years old with 8 years of work experience may be admitted in lieu of academic qualification
Minimum Age Requirement:
17 years old
Academic Entry Requirements
Any of the following or equivalent:
Obtained at least an E at GCE A level in any 2 subjects
TMC Diploma/Foundation Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma (at least 24 points)
NUS High School Diploma
Polytechnic Diploma
Diploma (in Accounting/Business/Management/IT/Computing/Hospitality/ Psychology) from Private Education Institutions (assessed on a case by case basis)
Completed High School/ Year 12
English Entry Requirement:
International Student:
Any of the following or equivalent:
IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL (Paper) ≥ 547 or TOEFL (Computer) ≥ 210 or TOEFL (Internet) ≥ 78 or TOEIC ≥ 780
Other qualifications equivalent to High School or Year 12 where the medium of instruction is English
Attend and pass Certificate in English up to Upper Intermediate B level
Mature Candidates
Mature Candidates of ≥30 years old with 8 years of work experience may be admitted in lieu of academic qualification
Full-Time
Course Application Fee: $100.00
Course Fee
Tuition Fee: $7,600.00
Other Mandatory Fee
Assessment Fee: $1,300.00
Course Material Fee: $600.00
Medical Insurance: $180.00
Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) Fee: $72.60
Total Course Fee Excluding Application Fee: $9,752.60
Note:
Fees indicated are in SGD and exclusive of GST.
All information stated is accurate and effective as at 1st Feb 2025.
Part-Time
Course Application Fee: $100.00
Course Fee
Tuition Fee: $7,600.00
Other Mandatory Fee
Assessment Fee: $1,300.00
Course Material Fee: $600.00
Medical Insurance: $180.00
Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) Fee: $72.60
Total Course Fee Excluding Application Fee: $9,752.60
Note:
Fees indicated are in SGD and exclusive of GST.
All information stated is accurate and effective as at 1st Feb 2025.
Full Time:
Course Application Fee: $400.00
Course Fee
Tuition Fee: $13,500.00
Other Mandatory Fee
Assessment Fee: $1,400.00
Course Material Fee: $600.00
International Student Admin Fee: $650.00
Medical Insurance: $180.00
Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) Fee: $122.48
Total Course Fee Excluding Application Fee: $16,452.48
Note:
Fees indicated are in SGD and exclusive of 9% GST.
The International Student Admin fee is waived if they progress to the next course.
All information stated is accurate and effective as at 1st Feb 2025.