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Diploma in Communication (DCOM)

Sunway University

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Program overview

The Diploma in Communication (DCOM) at Sunway College is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in advertising, corporate communication, public relations, marketing, and broadcasting. Students benefit from valuable industry experience through internships and engagement with industry professionals. Additionally, they gain insights into the business environment through community involvement and industry mentoring.

The DCOM program establishes a strong foundation for further studies in Communication at Sunway University and beyond. Successful graduates of the DCOM program can progress to the BA (Hons) in Communication and the BA (Hons) in Advertising and Branding at Sunway University, provided they meet the university's requirements.

Entry Requirements

SPM / O-Level

Pass with minimum 3 credits including English

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Media Planners
  • Brand & Corporate Communication Strategist
  • Web & Social Media
  • Advertising, Promotion & Marketing
  • Public Relations

Curriculum

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Year 1

Students will learn the following subjects in the first year:

  • Introduction to Mass Communication^
  • Communication Theory and Practice
  • Communication Psychology^
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Principles of Corporate Communication
  • Principles of Public Relations
  • Media, Culture and Society
  • Graphic Communication
  • Principles of Journalism
  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • Principles of Advertising and Design
  • Video Production
  • English for Academic Purposes^

Note: Subjects marked with ^ are available as Micro-Credential. Kindly refer to the Admissions Office for more details.

Year 2

Students will learn the following subjects in the second year:

  • Communication Law and Ethics
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Organisation Communication
  • Media Planning and Management
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Publication and Production Design
  • Writing for Mass Media
  • Integrated Marketing Communication
  • Advertising and Promotion
  • Basic Photography
  • Introduction to Film Studies
  • Modern Electronic Media
  • Internship

MOHE General Studies

For Local Students:

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Creativity and Innovative Thinking Skills (for students who have a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
  • Moral Education OR Islamic Studies
  • Kursus Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah (KIAR)
  • Education for Sustainability Development
  • Community Service

For International Students:

  • Malay Language for Communication 1
  • Creativity & Innovative Thinking Skills
  • Moral Education
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • Education for Sustainability Development
  • Community Service

Entry requirements

Diploma: high-school certificate or equivalent with suitable grades.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Content creator
  • PR specialist
  • Journalist
  • Social media manager

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