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Master of New Media and Communication Studies

MILA University

  • Nilai, Malaysia
  • 1.25 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

A coursework master's in digital media, Communication and analytics.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Learners studying New Media and Communication Studies can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
  • Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
  • Audience and ethical considerations
  • And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
  • Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • Digital media strategist
  • Social media manager
  • Digital marketing manager
  • Media analyst
  • Public relations specialist
  • Media researcher

Curriculum

  • Coursework master (42 credits) in six blocks: new media theories
  • Information literacy
  • Media psychology and propaganda
  • Integrated marketing communication
  • Digital media promotion
  • New media analytics
  • Two electives (for example AI for media content
  • Media relations
  • Crisis communication)
  • Research methodology and a capstone project.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor degree (MQF Level 6) with CGPA 2.50 in a related field
  • CGPA 2.00-2.50 admitted after internal assessment
  • Experience or prerequisite courses. Grade guidance from source: Bachelor degree (MQF Level 6) with CGPA 2.50 in a related field
  • CGPA 2.00 - 2.50 admitted after internal assessment
  • Work experience or prerequisite courses.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (MQF Level 6) or equivalent recognised by the Malaysian Government.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 60
  • PTE Academic 59

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Application Form
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy
  • Health Declaration.

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements on the programme page and apply at least 2 months before intake. Confirm eligibility with a MILA counsellor and receive a Letter of Eligibility (valid 7 days). Email the application form with passport copy
  2. Certified certificates and transcripts
  3. English result
  4. Photo and health declaration to enquiry@mila.edu.my
  5. Pay the non-refundable RM3
  6. 112 application fee
  7. Which includes the EMGS fee. Receive the Official Offer Letter
  8. MILA submits the EMGS visa application (about 2 months). Get the Single-Entry Visa
  9. Pay initial fees
  10. Then complete medical screening and Orientation on arrival.

Other costs

Tuition per yearRM28,493 MYR
Application feeRM3,112 MYR
DepositRM1,000 MYR

Program details

CampusMILA University Campus, Nilai
Faculty or schoolSchool of Management and Business
DepartmentNew Media and Communication Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value42
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteScholarship availability is indicated in the supplied dataset, Funding, Eligibility, Value and dates vary by programme and admission cycle.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

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    March 2027

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1.25 years.