Higher Diploma in Mass Communications Awarded by Management Development Institute of Singapore

Course introduction

Introduction

The overall aims of the programme are:

To equip students with more in-depth understanding of specialised Mass Communications subjects in the Print, Broadcasts, Advertising and Public Relations
To enhance the effectiveness of students’ practical skills and techniques through action-based training
To enable participants to pursue an undergraduate degree in the field of Mass Communications

Curriculum Overview

Programme Structure

Structure and Professional Practice of Print Media
Media Ethics and Law
Advertising: Strategic Planning & Management
Structure and Professional Practice of Broadcast Media
Mass Media Research
Public Relatons: Strategic Planning & Management
Graduation Project

Entry Requirements

Local and International Application
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 16 and above and meet at least one of the following requirements:
2 GCE 'A' Levels OR
International Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art - Media & Communications from MDIS OR
Diplomas from local polytechnics or other PEIs (with an entry requirement of 10 years of formal education) OR
International applicants must have completed 12 years of formal education OR
Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience)

English Language Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following English Language requirements:
At least a C6 pass for English at GCE ‘O’ Levels or equivalent OR
Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent OR
Pass the English Entrance Test conducted by MDIS OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English OR
Online English Placement Test conducted by MDIS OR
Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
Achieve a minimum score of 85 and above in Duolingo English Test

Note: All applications are subjected to University's approval.

Duration & Intake

Programme Duration

Full-time : 7 Months
Part-time : 9 Months

Fees & Funding

Fees & Structure (Local)

Structure	Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST)	Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST)
Full-time	S$7,830.00	S$600.00 - S$815.00

Application fees: S$108.00

Fees & Structure (International)

Structure	Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST)	Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST)
Full-time	S$11,016.00	S$1,130.00 – S$1,335.00

Application fees: S$486.00

Note:

All application fees are non-refundable.
All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees (consumed year), MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme. Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees (consumed year), MDIS experience workshop and fee protection scheme.
International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees (consumed year), MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.