Diploma · Mass Communication
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.
A three-year, full-time diploma in the Faculty of Creative Industries at City University Malaysia, Petaling Jaya. You learn how electronic media are used in mass communication, together with the core theories of the field, and you practise writing for a wide audience. It suits students who want to start in media, journalism or communication roles, or move on to a degree.
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 40,875
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 26,880
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 300
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 40,875 | 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 26,880 | 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 300 | 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
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
i) A pass in SPM or its equivalent, with a minimum of three (3) credits including English ; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
ii) A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) or its equivalent, with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any subject and a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
iii) Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) – minimum of three (3) B’s , including English ; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
iv) A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul and a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
v) Pass SKM (Level 3, MQF) ( HEP is required to implement a screening and bridging program which corresponds to the program field ); OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
vi) A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) or its equivalent and a credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
vii) A Certificate in Media and Communication or its equivalent.
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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The promotional price excludes students from the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain. Students from other Middle Eastern countries are on the list. Ask us to check your nationality.
Yes, a Student Pass through EMGS, applied for by the university while you are outside Malaysia. See our student visa guide for the steps and documents.
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 40,875; Total tuition (promotional price): MYR 26,880. 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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