Media and Communications

Why choose Media and Communications?

MDIS offers an interactive learning environment focused on media, communication and digital innovation. Our partnerships with world-renowned UK institutions such as Teesside University and the University of Sunderland allow for a globally approved mass communication degree, emphasising academic excellence and practical skills. Our mass communication courses in Singapore integrate theoretical know-how with hands-on experiences, preparing students for an understanding and influence over media's societal role. Our programmes, taught by industry professionals, foster critical thinking, creativity and technical proficiency. Earning a diploma in mass communication or even a Bachelor's degree in mass communication from MDIS shapes you for careers in digital content creation, media strategy, journalism and communication management.

 

1. Interdisciplinary Approach

Our mass communication course integrates disciplines like sociology and communication, offering a comprehensive understanding of media and culture.

2. Practical Learning Opportunities

Students engage in hands-on projects that bridge theory with real-world applications in their study for a mass communication degree in Singapore.

3. Industry and Outdoor Learning Experience

MDIS’ degree in media and communications emphasises industry and outdoor learning. Enrollees have the opportunity to visit media companies in Singapore, to gain insights and enrich their learning experience.
 

Why MDIS?

Founded in 1956, the Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) is one of Singapore’s oldest not-for-profit professional institutes for lifelong learning, providing quality education and training to students from all over the world.

Here are some reasons why choosing MDIS for communications and media studies is a smart choice:

  • Industry-Relevant Curriculum: The mass communication courses at MDIS are designed in collaboration with industry experts, ensuring that students are equipped with relevant and up-to-date knowledge and skills.
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Students have access to modern facilities such as recording studios, editing suites and green screens, providing them with hands-on practical experience.
     

Degree

Teesside University, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Film and Television Production (Top-Up) NewAwarded By: Teesside University, UKFull TimePart Time
University of Sunderland, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Media, Culture and CommunicationAwarded By: University of Sunderland, UKFull TimePart Time

Higher Diploma

MDIS
Higher Diploma in Mass CommunicationsAwarded By: MDISFull Time

International Foundation Diploma

The following programmes are currently on teach out mode. We are no longer accepting students for these programmes.

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Broadcast Media Production (Top-up) (Teach-Out by November 2026)

Progression Pathway

The progression pathway at MDIS aims to provide students with solid theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

Kickstart your journey with an International Foundation Diploma in Mass Communications, covering fundamental mass communication subjects such as Print Broadcast, Advertising and Public Relations. Alternatively, students can begin with an International Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art (STEMA)

Our Higher Diploma in Mass Communications enhances students’ practical skills and techniques through action-based learning, enabling them to pursue a mass communication degree. The undergraduate programmes from Teesside University and the University of Sunderland focus on different professional proficiencies that cater to students interested in Broadcast Media or Media, Culture and Communication.

Earn a mass communication bachelor degree with our Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Broadcast Media Production (Top-up) programme, emphasising practical skills, technical proficiency and direct preparation for careers in broadcast media production. 
Our Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Media, Culture and Communication programme focuses on theoretical understanding, critical analysis and broader societal implications of media and culture, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a degree in media production.
 

Career Opportunities

Graduates of our mass communication degree and diploma in media and communications have a multitude of career paths available, such as:

  • Media Production
  • Digital Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Journalism 
  • Social Media Management

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FAQs

International Foundation Diploma - 6 months
International Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art - 6 months
 

Higher Diploma in Mass communications - 7 months

The Media and Communication programme aims to equip students with a deep understanding of media theory, communication strategies and digital technologies. Our objectives include fostering critical thinking, creativity and practical skills essential for careers in media production, journalism, digital marketing and communication management.

A Top-up Degree is equivalent to entering the 2nd or 3rd year (final) of a typical bachelor’s degree. While it is a shorter duration to complete, you need to have relevant qualifications for admission. 

Our graduates can explore job opportunities in several sectors such as communications, advertising and marketing. Students with technical expertise may also work in roles such as Scriptwriter, Photography Director and Programme Host.

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Broadcast Media Production (Top-up)  
(Teesside University, UK) 
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Media, Culture and Communication
(University of Sunderland, UK) 
  1. Equips students with practical skills in TV, audio, radio, film and interactive media. It aims to prepare students for careers directly related to broadcast media production, emphasising hands-on practical experience and technical proficiency.
     
  2. Aims to produce graduates who are employment-ready in broadcast media industries, capable of producing creative and informed work, adaptable to industry changes, and skilled in both teamwork and independent work.
     
  3. Prepares graduates for careers specifically in broadcast media production, including roles such as Producers, Directors, Editors, Sound Engineers and Media Technicians in television, radio, film and interactive media industries.
  1. Focuses on exploring the relationship between media, culture and society. It emphasises critical awareness of media's role in contemporary society and covers theoretical and methodological approaches in media, cultural and communication studies.
     
  2. Aims to familiarise students with diverse theoretical and methodological approaches in media studies, develop their ability for independent research in cultural and language studies, enhance skills in discourse analysis and cultivate high-level communication skills for presenting critical ideas.
     
  3. Prepares graduates for careers in media analysis, cultural studies, academic research, journalism, public relations and other media-related fields that require critical thinking and communication skills.