Higher Diploma in Mass CommunicationsAwarded by: MDIS
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)
Click here to download profiles of lecturers.
For more course details and information Click here.
Duration & Intakes
Full-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
7 Months | April 2024 | September 2024 |
August 2024 | March 2025 | |
October 2024 | May 2025 |
Part-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
9 months | April 2024 | January 2025 |
July 2024 | April 2025 | |
October 2024 | July 2025 |
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 | April 2024 | September 2024 |
August 2024 | March 2025 | |
October 2024 | May 2025 |
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
Quick Information
Duration of Course
Full-time : 7 Months
Part-time : 9 Months
Mode of Delivery
Blended Learning
Commencement Dates
Full-time Programme
April
August
October
Part-time Programme
April
July
October
Contact Details
Local students:
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International students:
Main Hotline:
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+65 6796 7005
+65 6796 7009
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