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Diploma in Mass Communication (R32)

School of Business, Diploma in Mass Communication (R32)

What You Will Learn

Share your story and impact the world.

Fulfil your dreams of becoming a multimedia storyteller and content strategist with the Diploma in Mass Communication (DMC), where you will gain essential skills across digital, print, and broadcast media.

You will be equipped to be a creative communicator with a mediapreneurial mindset, wielding expertise in multimedia storytelling, data-driven integrated communication solutions, and content creation. Pursue your passion and carve out a successful career with DMC!

  • Become a highly sought-after multimedia storyteller and content strategist, known for creativity and resourcefulness in generating compelling content across various media platforms and formats to engage your target audience
  • Develop skills as a culture and trend spotter by analysing data to generate insights for data-driven communication decisions, while becoming a socially conscious global citizen committed to making a difference in your community
  • Receive training as a mediapreneur, equipping you with essential skills in content creation, acute business acumen, and the courage and confidence to start your own content-related business

General Modules

Discipline Modules

Elective Modules

Customise your learning pathways by selecting ONE of the following options:

Option A: Select Elective modules totalling 12 Modular Credits (MCs) from the List of Electives below and/or from the list of modules in applicable Minor Programmes

Option B: Select a Minor Programme

Option C: Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective module(s) from the List of Electives below or from the list of modules in applicable Minor programmes (only for eligible students)

List of Electives:

Learn how you can customise your learning pathways here

Industry Orientation Programme Modules

One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

And select one module from the list below:

GCE O-level

Aggregate TypeRange of Net ELR2B2 for 2024 JAEMinimum Entry Requirements/Grade
ELR2B2-A 11 to 17
  • English Language: B4
  • Mathematics (Elementary/Additional): D7
  • Any one of the 1st group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type: C6

Click here to view the aggregate computation for ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type.

Nitec/Higher Nitec

Minimum net GPA Relevant Qualifications
Nitec ≥ 3.5
  • NT16 Video Production
  • NT18 Business Administration
  • NT41 Multimedia Technology
  • NT44 Digital Media Design/ Digital Media Design (Interactive Media)
  • NT46 Product Design
  • NT52 Digital Animation
  • NT54 Digital Media Design (Digital Video Effects)
  • NT56 Digital Audio & Video Production
  • NT70 Interactive Media Design
  • NT71 Visual Communication
  • NT72 Visual Effects
  • NT80 Social Media & Web Development
Higher Nitec ≥ 2.0
  • BS23 Retail & Online Business
  • BS24 Financial Services
  • BS25 Business Administration
  • BS27 Tourism
  • BS81 Early Childhood Education
  • BS82 Banking Services
  • BS83 Hospitality Operations
  • BS84 Business Studies (Event Management)
  • BS85 Business Studies (Accounting)/Accounting
  • BS86 Business Studies (Administration/ Secretarial)
  • BS87 Business Studies (Logistics)/Integrated Logistics Management/Logistics for International Trade/International Logistics
  • BS88 Business Studies (E-Commerce)/Business-Information Technology
  • BS89 Business Studies (Sport Management)/Sport Management
  • BS90 Business Studies (Service Management)/Service Management
  • BS91 Beauty & SPA Management / Beauty & Wellness Management
  • BS92 Visual Merchandising
  • BS93 Community Sport & Recreation Management
  • BS94 Retail Merchandising
  • BS96 Performance Production
  • BS97 Filmmarking (Cinematography)
  • BS98 Event Management
  • BS99 Human Resource & Administration
  • IT63 Games Design & Development
  • IT65 Leisure & Travel Operations
  • IT81 Broadcast & Media Technology
  • IT82 Games Art & Design
  • IT83 Games Programming & Development
  • IT84 Interactive Design
  • IT92 Motion Graphics
  • IT93 Visual Effects
  • IT96 Immersive Applications & Game

GCE A-Level

Minimum Entry Requirements

Note:

For more details on admission using Singapore Cambridge GCE A-levels qualifications, please refer to this webpage.

Note:

Admission to RP is based on academic merit and subjected to available vacancies of our diploma programmes. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee that applicants will be offered a placement in the diploma programme. These requirements are set in place to ensure fairness to all applicants.

Career Opportunities

As a DMC graduate, you can look forward to exciting careers in the media and creative industries. You will be well-positioned to take on roles such as:

Commercial Enterprises

  • Corporate Communications Executive
  • Marketing Communications Executive

Media And Creative Industry

  • Advertising Executive
  • Assistant Producer
  • Digital Content Creator
  • Journalist / Writer
  • Public Relations Executive
  • Social Media Executive

Further Studies

You can pursue a wide range of mass communication degrees including journalism, PR, broadcast, and film. You can also pursue your studies in the fields of social sciences, business and law at local or overseas universities.

Business

  • Bachelor of Business Administration (Specialisation) 
  • Bachelor of Commerce 
  • Bachelor of Management (Marketing)

Mass Communication

  • Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) 
  • Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies 
  • Bachelor of Communication
  • Bachelor of Creative Arts
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Last updated on 12 Dec 2024