Higher Diploma in Mass CommunicationsAwarded by: MDIS

Higher Diploma in Mass Communications
Higher Diploma in Mass Communications

Programme Objective

  • 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

Why MDIS

The Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS), founded in 1956, is Singapore's oldest not-for-profit professional institute for lifelong learning. MDIS has two subsidiaries: Management Development Institute of Singapore Pte Ltd (MDIS Pte Ltd) to oversee its Singapore academic operations, and MDIS International Pte Ltd to further its globalisation strategy.

Assessment Methods

Modules will be assessed through a combination of coursework and examinations depending on the individual module objectives. The proportion of marks attributed to coursework and final examinations is subject to the discretion of individual lecturers and varies according to different modules.

Graduation

Students who successfully completed the programme will be awarded with the Higher Diploma in Mass Communications awared by MDIS. 

Progression

Upon successful completion of this programme, students will progress to the Bachelor's Degrees related to Mass Communications.

Programme Modules

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 Relations: Strategic Planning & Management
Graduation Project

Profile of lecturers and their respective teaching modules

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 40 (tutorial)

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Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
7 Months March 2025 October 2025
May 2025 December 2025
October 2025 April 2026

 

Part-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
9 months May 2025 February 2026

 

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time S$7,902.50 S$600.00 - S$1,000.00

Application fees: S$109.00

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, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme. Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop and fee protection scheme.
  • International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, 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.

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 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) OR
  • International Foundation Diploma in Mass Communications from MDIS

Note: All applications are subject to University approval.

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 95 and above in Duolingo English Test

Financial Assistance Scheme

Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.

Study Loans

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 TCC Limited  +65 - 6319 3700   http://www.tcc.org.sg
 DBS Bank  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 629 2265  http://www.maybank2u.com.sg

0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 Standard Chartered Bank  1800 747 7000  http://www.standardchartered.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 968 2265  http://www.maybank.com.sg
 UOB  1800 226 6121  http://www.uob.com.sg
 OCBC  1800 363 3333  http://www.ocbc.com.sg
 DBS  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com
 POSB  1800 339 6666  http://www.posb.com.sg
 AMEX (Only 24 Months)  -  https://www.americanexpress.com/en-sg

 

Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
7 Months March 2025 October 2025
May 2025 December 2025
October 2025 April 2026

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time S$11,118.00 S$1,130.00 – S$1,450.00

Application fees: S$490.50

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.

Entry Requirements

All applicants must be of age 16 and above and meet at least one of the following requirement:

  • 2 GCE 'A' Levels OR
  • International Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art 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) OR
  • International Foundation Diploma in Mass Communications from MDIS

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 95 and above in Duolingo English Test

Student Pass Application

International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detail information.

For any programme enquiries, please contact our friendly consultants:


Mr Douglas Koh | Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 9430 1901 | Email: douglas_kohfb@mdis.edu.sg
Ms Aishah | Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 8033 0048 | Email: noraishah_me@mdis.edu.sg

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Quick Information

Duration of Course
Full-time  : 7 Months
Part-time : 9 Months

Mode of Delivery
Blended Learning

Commencement Dates

Full-time Programme
March 2025
May 2025
October 2025

Part-time Programme
May 2025

Contact Details

Local students:

+65 6247 9111

International students:
Main Hotline:

+65 6278 8000

+65 6796 7005

+65 6796 7009

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