Bachelor's Degree · Journalism
City University Malaysia (Petaling Jaya, main campus), Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Details last verified 27 Oct 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.
Details last updated 27 Oct 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.
The Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) (Hons) equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to excel in journalism and the evolving media industry. Covering news reporting, feature writing, media ethics, digital journalism, and strategic communication, the programme develops strong storytelling, critical thinking, and analytical abilities. Graduates are prepared to produce accurate, engaging, and responsible content while understanding the impact of media on society and upholding the highest professional standards.
Total tuition (standard price)
Standard 2026 tuition for the whole programme, as published by City University. Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 121,000
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Total tuition (promotional price)
Special promotional tuition for intakes from 1 Feb to 31 Dec 2026, only for students from South and Southeast Asia, Africa (except Nigeria), Central Asia and the Middle East (except UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain). Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 36,000
Applies to: International studentsfrom 1 Feb 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Application fee
One-time application fee, paid with the first payment. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 1,000
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Other compulsory fee
Resource fee, charged every semester. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 500
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Other compulsory fee
One-time international student fees: EMGS visa collection RM2,940, international fee RM8,000 and completion processing fee RM1,000. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 11,940
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
| Fee | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Total tuition (standard price)Standard 2026 tuition for the whole programme, as published by City University. Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026 | MYR 121,000 | International students |
| Total tuition (promotional price)Special promotional tuition for intakes from 1 Feb to 31 Dec 2026, only for students from South and Southeast Asia, Africa (except Nigeria), Central Asia and the Middle East (except UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain). Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026 | MYR 36,000 | International studentsfrom 1 Feb 2026 to 31 Dec 2026 |
| Application feeOne-time application fee, paid with the first payment. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026 | MYR 1,000 | International students |
| Other compulsory feeResource fee, charged every semester. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026 | MYR 500 | International students |
| Other compulsory feeOne-time international student fees: EMGS visa collection RM2,940, international fee RM8,000 and completion processing fee RM1,000. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026 | MYR 11,940 | International students |
Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
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Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
- Candidates with a pass in English at SPM level or its equivalent must take an English reinforcement subject equivalent to SPM level . This subject must be offered before enrolment.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
- Candidates without an English subject in their admission qualification must take an English reinforcement subject equivalent to SPM level . This subject must be offered before enrolment.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
- Students are required to pass the English reinforcement subject before being allowed to take related core courses.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
- Students from Matriculation / Foundation or its equivalent may be exempted from taking the English reinforcement subject, provided that the English subject offered at that programme level is equivalent to or higher than English offered at SPM level .
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
1) A pass in STPM or its equivalent, with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two subjects and a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
2) A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid and a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
3) A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
4) A Diploma in Media and Communication (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
5) A Matriculation / Foundation Certificate or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
6) A Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 , subject to the HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval ; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
7) A Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 , subject to the HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval ; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
8) Other relevant and equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government . Candidates may be admitted if their admission qualification contains an English subject equivalent to English at SPM level . If it is not equivalent, an English reinforcement subject equivalent to SPM level must be offered before enrolment. Notes:
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: IELTS 5.0
IELTS · minimum score 5
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
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Updated 19 Oct 2026
Intakes stored for this course: January, February, May, June, September and October. Intakes can change, so confirm the date before you apply.
36 months, full-time, as stored for this course.
Total tuition (standard price): MYR 121,000; Total tuition (promotional price): MYR 36,000. Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.
Stored for this course: IELTS, minimum score 5. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.
City University Malaysia (Petaling Jaya, main campus), Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
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