Diploma in Communication

Course details

The HELP Dip Com program is delivered by a team of experts with extensive experience of the media and communication industries, possessing qualifications from institutions that are leaders in the study and teaching of communication. The HELP University Diploma in Communication provides a solid foundation for degree studies in media and communication at HELP University or beyond.

At HELP University it provides direct entry into Year 2 of the Bachelor of Communication (Hons) program with a choice of 3 majors (Media Studies, Marketing Communication and Public Relations). The HELP Dip Com program is delivered by a team of experts with extensive experience of the media and communication industries, possessing qualifications from institutions that are leaders in the study and teaching of communication.

Program Highlights

• Highly practical in nature, involving studio-based production of talk shows and field production of short videos and documentaries
• Provides adequate knowledge and basic skills in all phases of print and media production, advertising, broadcasting and public relations
• Hands-on experience in handling industry standard Panasonic HD cameras and Final Cut Pro editing software
• Internship lasting one semester gives students real world exposure to media and production
• School's close links with industry and government sector help students secure internships and practical exposure at leading television stations, production houses and other media organisations
• Provides pathways to a wide range of degree or postgraduate studies in Journalism, Marketing Communication, Public Relations, Advertising, Filmmaking and Design
• Filmmaking and design in local or foreign universities

Program Highlights

Job Opportunities for Diploma in Communication Graduates

• Assistant Producer
• Media Buyer
• Assistant Copywriter
• Scriptwriter
• Reporter
• Junior Video Editor
• Accounts Executive in advertising agency
• Communications Officer
• Marketing Officer
• Sales Executive

Subject Listing

Year 1
Core Subjects

• DMCH101 Mass Communication
• DMCH104 Human Communication
• DMCH105 English for Academic Purposes
• DMCH121 Broadcasting and New Media
• DMCH122 Public Speaking and Presentation
• DMCH123 Digital Photography
• DMCH132 Integrated Marketing Communication
• DMCH133 Communication in the Global Workplace
• DMCH134 Principles of Design
• DMCH135 Introduction to Advertising

Compulsory MPU Subjects

Local Students

• MPU2163 Malaysian Studies 2
• MPU2213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A
• MPU2223 Communication and Writing Skills

International Students

• MPU2133 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
• MPU2223 Communication and Writing Skills

Year 2
Core Subjects

• DMCH203 Media, Technology and Society
• DMCH205 Public Relations
• DMCH206 Fundamentals of Publishing
• DMCH213 Event Management
• DMCH221 Principles of Journalism
• DMCH231 Writing for Mass Media
• DMCH232 Social & Business Communication
• DMCH250 Internship

Electives - choose any 2:

• DMCH220 Creative Media Production
• DMCH240 Introduction to Translation
• DMCH241 Multimedia Design

Compulsory MPU Subjects

• MPU2313 Introduction to Malaysian Tourism- choose any 1
• MPU2412 Co-curriculum: Sports 1
• MPU2422 Co-curriculum: Community Services 1
• MPU2432 Co-curriculum: Event Management 1