Programmer Objective

• Familiarize students with a range of theoretical and methodological approaches to the multidisciplinary field of media, cultural and communication studies
• Provide students with the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in specific subject areas within this field, whilst maintaining breadth of study across it
• Develop students’ ability to undertake independent research in cultural studies and/or language studies
• Develop students’ knowledge and skills in aspects of discourse analysis
• Introduce students to a range of learning methods and methodological practices appropriate to the different subject areas
• Develop in students a high level of communication skills in the presentation of critical and creative ideas
• Offer students the opportunity to engage in practice to a specialist level in up to one area of media production/practice

Why University of Sunderland, UK

• Sunderland has been providing higher education in the city since 1901, and they are an innovative, forward-thinking university with high standards of teaching, research and support.
• Our teaching is enriched by cutting-edge research. We host the Centre for Research in Media and Cultural Studies. In the latest Research Assessment Exercise, 25% of our research was rated ‘world-leading’ and 38% ‘internationally excellent’.
• Shortlisted for Excellence and Innovation in the Arts (Times Higher Education Awards 2014)
• Ranked 11th in the UK for Media and Film Studies by The Guardian University Guide 2017

Student Testimonial

“The lecturers, Dr Catherine Tay and Dr Beverly Yuan, know their work well. Their lessons are interesting and include many personal experiences.
“The lecturers also know how to motivate us, and they treat us as colleagues and not students.”
Mr. Muhammad Haziq Abdul Wahah
MDIS Student 2017
Bachelor of Arts (Hon ours) Media, Culture and Communication (Top-up)

Extracted from The New Paper Special Go Guide - Adult Learners (17 May 2017)
To read more:  https://www.mdis.edu.sg/mastering-the-art-of-damage-control

Career Opportunities

This degree provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of careers in the media.

Possible sectors include:

• Television
• Radio
• Digital Media
• Journalism
• Marketing
• Public Relations
• Organisational Communications
• Advertising

Preparing you for employment is at the heart of everything we do. Our aim is clear. It is to provide you with an outstanding platform so you can develop as a person and for your future career as a current student or a recent graduate.

Recent graduates from Sunderland have gained jobs with regional newspapers, public relations companies as well as international broadcasters.

Fees & Structure
Duration & Structure      Tuition Fees       Non-tuition Fees
 Year 1 (27 Months)        S$33,170.00      S$3,000.00 - S$3,200.00
Year 2 (18 Months)        S$22,470.00      S$3,000.00 - S$3,200.00
Year 3 (9 Months)          S$13,696.00      S$3,000.00 - S$3,200.00

Note:

• International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmers include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing 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 age 17 and above and must possess one of the following requirements:

Year 1 Entry

• International Foundation Diploma in Mass Communications awarded by MDIS OR
• At least two (2) GCE ‘A’ Levels, or equivalent OR
• Relevant qualifications awarded by other Private Education Institutions (PEIs) or recognized Higher Education providers in a media-and-communications-related discipline, (which are deemed by the University to be suitable as pathway programmers for entry onto the Year 1 of the University course) with an entry requirement of 10 years of formal education.

Year 2 Entry

• Higher Diploma in Mass Communications awarded by MDIS OR
• Relevant diploma level qualifications awarded by other Private Education Institutions (PEIs) or recognised Higher Education providers in a media-and-communications-related discipline, (which are deemed by the University to be equivalent to Year 1 of the University course) with an entry requirement of 12 years of formal education OR
• Polytechnic diplomas which have covered the content and learning outcomes of Year 1

 Year 3 Entry

• Relevant polytechnic diplomas in a media-and-communications-related discipline, (which are deemed by the University to be equivalent to Year 1 AND Year 2 of the University course) with a pass grade OR
• Relevant overseas polytechnic diplomas in a media-and-communications-related discipline, (which are deemed by the University to be equivalent to Year 1 AND Year 2 of the University course) with an entry requirement of 10 years of formal education OR
• Higher National Diploma (HND) qualifications in media-and-communications-related discipline related disciplines OR
• Relevant PEI qualification in a media-and-communications-related discipline (which are deemed by the University to be equivalent to Year 1AND Year 2 of the University course) with an entry requirement of 12 years of formal education

English Language Requirements

Applicants are required to possess one of the following:

Possess a minimum C6 grade in English at GCE 'O' Level  ï»¿OR   ï»¿IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR   ï»¿MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)   ï»¿OR    ï»¿Pearson PTE 56 (no element lower than 51)   ï»¿OR
Cambridge English Test Advanced - 169 (no element below 162)   ï»¿OR    ï»¿Pass the MDIS English Placement Test
OR     ï»¿Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
OR     ï»¿Equivalent