Institute of Postgraduate Studies & Research

Master of Arts (Communication) 
(R2/321/7/0002)03/26 (MQA/FA0473)

By Research Programme 
Intake :  Open throughout the year
Duration :  Full Time  : Normal 2 years - Max 4 years
Part Time : Normal 3 years - Max 6 years
Indicative Fees: 
Local: RM9,900.00 ~ RM10,900.00
 International: RM18,850.00
Fee Explanation
 *excluding Visa application fees and Dissertation Examination fees
    Programme Objective and Outcomes

Master of Communication
 (R3/321/7/0001)05/26 (A7014)

By Mixed-Mode Programme 
Intake :  Jan, May & September
Duration :  Full Time  : Min 1.5 years - Max 4 years
Part Time : Min 2 years - Max 6 years
Indicative Fees: 
Local: RM 13,010.00 
 International: RM23,300.00
Fee Explanation
 *excluding Visa application fees and Dissertation Examination fees
    Programme Objective and Outcomes

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirement

(a) A Bachelor’s Degree in the field or related fields with CGPA of 2.75 and above or equivalent as approved by the Senate; or

(b) A Bachelor’s Degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with CGPA of 2.50 and above but less than CGPA of 2.75, subject to rigorous internal assessment; or

(c) A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 but less than CGPA of 2.50, and show evidence of at least five (5) years of relevant working or research experience can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.

(d) Candidates without a Bachelor’s Degree in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UTAR and meet the minimum CGPA set out in (a) to (c).

“five (5) years of relevant working or research experience” means any working or research experience after obtaining the qualification which period shall also include practical training and any industrial attachment.


Note: The following course are applicable for APEL C for Master of Communication

1. STRATEGIC AND ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT
2. MEDIA RELATIONS AND ENGAGEMENT
3. ADVANCED CORPORATE COMMUNICATION

Know more on APEL C APEL C Centre
Language Requirement
- IELTS : 6.0  
- TOEFL : 600/ TOEFL iBT Score 78
- MUET Band 4

Head of Programme

Mr Beh Chun Chee

Contact HoP  Find Supervisor 

Application

Sign up for an application account at UTAR Online Application Portal

For Master of Arts (Communication), applicant to discuss with the potential supervisor before submitting the online application and to upload the agreed research proposal using with the prescribed Endorsement of Research Proposal form




RSS Vacancies

Research Scholar Scheme (RSS)


To provide financial support and opportunity for students to be involved and assist in research projects and thus enhancing their exposure and experience in research