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Diploma in Communication

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The Diploma in Communication at Sunway College equips students with essential knowledge and skills for global careers in advertising, corporate communication, public relations, marketing, and broadcasting.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Jan, Apr, Aug

About this course

OverviewSunway Diploma in Communication

In all spheres of work, communication skills are more important than ever. The Diploma in Communication programme at Sunway College is designed to furnish students with necessary knowledge and contemporary skills for a global career in communications. It prepares students for careers in the high-demand fields of advertising, corporate communication, public relations, marketing, and broadcasting.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

  • SPM / O-Level: Pass with min. 3 credits (including English)
  • UEC: Pass with min. 3 Bs (including English)
  • Other Equivalent Qualifications
    • Pass in any qualification equivalent to Certificate (Level 3, MQF)
    • Must be accredited by MQA
  • English Language Requirement: For International Students only IELTS - Minimum Band 5.0 OR equivalent

What you will learn

Overview

Sunway Diploma in Communication

In all spheres of work, communication skills are more important than ever. The Diploma in Communication programme at Sunway College is designed to furnish students with necessary knowledge and contemporary skills for a global career in communications. It prepares students for careers in the high-demand fields of advertising, corporate communication, public relations, marketing, and broadcasting.

Career pathways

Career Opportunities

With DCOMM, graduates can explore careers across various industries, which include business, marketing, public relations, corporate communications, broadcasting, advertising and human resources.

Pursue a global career in communications as a:

  • Advertising, Promotion & Marketing
  • Announcer
  • Brand & Corporate Communication Strategist
  • Copywriter
  • Customer Relations Manager
  • Editors & Writers
  • Journalist, Bloggers and Vloggers
  • Media Planner
  • Public Relations Executive
  • Web & Social Media Executive

Course structure

Choice of SubjectsYear 1

Students will learn the following subjects in the first year

  • Introduction to Mass Communication^
  • Communication Theory and Practice
  • Communication Psychology^
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Principles of Corporate Communication
  • Principles of Public Relations
  • Media, Culture and Society
  • Graphic Communication
  • Principles of Journalism
  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • Principles of Advertising and Design
  • Video Production
  • English for Academic Purposes^

^ Subject available as Micro-Credential. Kindly refer to Admissions Office for more details.

Year 2

Students will learn the following subjects in the second year

  • Communication Law and Ethics
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Organisation Communication
  • Media Planning and Management
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Publication and Production Design
  • Writing for Mass Media
  • Integrated Marketing Communication
  • Advertising and Promotion
  • Basic Photography
  • Introduction to Film Studies
  • Modern Electronic Media
  • Internship
MOHE General Studies

Students must pass these MOHE General Studies

For Local Students
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Creativity and Innovative Thinking Skills (for students who have a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
  • Moral Education OR Islamic Studies
  • Kursus Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah (KIAR)
  • Education for Sustainability Development
  • Community Service
For International Students
  • Malay Language for Communication 1
  • Creativity & Innovative Thinking Skills
  • Moral Education
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • Education for Sustainability Development
  • Community Service