BA (Hons) in International Communication Studies with Film and Television Studies
About
About
The BA (Hons) in International Communication Studies with Film and Television Studies at the University of Nottingham Malaysia is a dynamic three-year programme that blends critical theory with hands-on media production. Students examine the political, cultural, and economic contexts of global communication while specialising in film and television through modules on media theory, visual communication, and the history of cinema and TV. Practical components such as documentary filmmaking provide opportunities to create and edit original content. With a focus on language proficiency in a European or Asian language and access to advanced digital media labs, the programme prepares graduates for diverse careers in media, advertising, content creation, and international communications.
Key facts
QUALIFICATIONBachelor's Degree
STUDY MODEFull-time
DURATION3 years
LOCAL COSTMYR 126,000
FOREIGN COSTMYR 150,000
SUBJECTSCommunication, Film & Television, Media
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | MYR 126,000 | MYR 150,000 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | MYR 126,000 | MYR 150,000 |
| Estimated cost per year | MYR 42,000 | MYR 50,000 |
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements
A Level: BCC (excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies)
IB Diploma: 24 points overall
STPM: BC+C+ (excluding Pengajian Am)
UEC: 3 B3s and 2 B4s (excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language)
Australian Year 12: ATAR 78 (with consideration for relevant subjects)
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 75% average across 6 subjects
Canadian Diplomas (other provinces): Assessed individually based on university requirements
China (Gaokao + Senior High School Diploma):
Gaokao: 68% average (converted from 750)
Senior High School Diploma: Minimum 70% overall
India (CBSE/CISCE - Class XII): 75% average from best 4 subjects (excluding local language, Environmental Education, general studies, and PE)
Advanced Placement (AP): 4, 3, 3 in relevant subjects
Diploma - Local Institutions:
Entry to Year 2 is case-by-case
Typically requires a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 and strong grades in relevant subjects
Foundation - Local Institutions:
Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
Good grades in relevant subjects
Admission at School’s discretion
University of Nottingham Foundation Programme: Successful completion required
Note: This list is not exhaustive—other qualifications may be accepted upon submission of a complete application.
English Language Requirements
Accepted Tests and Minimum Scores
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each component)
TOEFL iBT: 90 overall
Writing: minimum 19
Listening: minimum 19
Reading: minimum 20
Speaking: minimum 22
PTE (Academic): 71 overall (minimum 65 in each component)
Other Accepted Qualifications
GCE A Level / AS Level English Language or Literature: Grade C
SPM: CEFR Level B2
GCSE O-Level: Grade C / 4
IGCSE (First Language): Grade C / 4
IGCSE (Second Language): Grade B / 6
MUET: Band 4.5
UEC: Grade A2
IB English A1 or A2 (SL/HL): 4 points
IB English B (HL): 4 points
IB English B (SL): 5 points
OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U): 75%
CBSE/CISCE Class XII or X English: 75% overall
Must include a letter confirming English was the medium of instruction from Class X to XII
Additional Notes
IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted
IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted
IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE test results must be less than 2 years old
MUET results are valid for 5 years
OSSD results must come from standard 30-credit courses (no fast-track or exemptions)
CBSE/CISCE applicants must submit a confirmation letter of English-medium instruction
A Level: BCC (excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies)
IB Diploma: 24 points overall
STPM: BC+C+ (excluding Pengajian Am)
UEC: 3 B3s and 2 B4s (excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language)
Australian Year 12: ATAR 78 (with consideration for relevant subjects)
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 75% average across 6 subjects
Canadian Diplomas (other provinces): Assessed individually based on university requirements
China (Gaokao + Senior High School Diploma):
Gaokao: 68% average (converted from 750)
Senior High School Diploma: Minimum 70% overall
India (CBSE/CISCE - Class XII): 75% average from best 4 subjects (excluding local language, Environmental Education, general studies, and PE)
Advanced Placement (AP): 4, 3, 3 in relevant subjects
Diploma - Local Institutions:
Entry to Year 2 is case-by-case
Typically requires a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 and strong grades in relevant subjects
Foundation - Local Institutions:
Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
Good grades in relevant subjects
Admission at School’s discretion
University of Nottingham Foundation Programme: Successful completion required
Note: This list is not exhaustive—other qualifications may be accepted upon submission of a complete application.
English Language Requirements
Accepted Tests and Minimum Scores
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each component)
TOEFL iBT: 90 overall
Writing: minimum 19
Listening: minimum 19
Reading: minimum 20
Speaking: minimum 22
PTE (Academic): 71 overall (minimum 65 in each component)
Other Accepted Qualifications
GCE A Level / AS Level English Language or Literature: Grade C
SPM: CEFR Level B2
GCSE O-Level: Grade C / 4
IGCSE (First Language): Grade C / 4
IGCSE (Second Language): Grade B / 6
MUET: Band 4.5
UEC: Grade A2
IB English A1 or A2 (SL/HL): 4 points
IB English B (HL): 4 points
IB English B (SL): 5 points
OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U): 75%
CBSE/CISCE Class XII or X English: 75% overall
Must include a letter confirming English was the medium of instruction from Class X to XII
Additional Notes
IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted
IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted
IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE test results must be less than 2 years old
MUET results are valid for 5 years
OSSD results must come from standard 30-credit courses (no fast-track or exemptions)
CBSE/CISCE applicants must submit a confirmation letter of English-medium instruction
Curriculum
Year 1 – Core Modules
Beginners French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
Culture and Society
Media and Communications Theory
Producing Film and Television
Reading Film and Television
Optional Module (choose one):
Global Music Studies
Year 2 – Core Modules
Film and TV in Social and Cultural Context
Intermediate French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
Music in Film
Political Communication, Public Relations and Propaganda
Researching Culture, Film and Media (full year)
Plus:
One literature module and one linguistics module from the School of English
Optional Modules (select from):
Community Interpreting
Cultural Politics
Introduction to Translation
Reading Japanese Literature I
Year 3 – Core Modules
Advanced French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
Cultural, Film and Media Dissertation (full year)
Digital Communication and Media
Documentary Film and Documentary Practice
Gender, Sexuality and Media
Media and Conflict
Writing for the Media
Southeast Asian Film
Beginners French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
Culture and Society
Media and Communications Theory
Producing Film and Television
Reading Film and Television
Optional Module (choose one):
Global Music Studies
Year 2 – Core Modules
Film and TV in Social and Cultural Context
Intermediate French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
Music in Film
Political Communication, Public Relations and Propaganda
Researching Culture, Film and Media (full year)
Plus:
One literature module and one linguistics module from the School of English
Optional Modules (select from):
Community Interpreting
Cultural Politics
Introduction to Translation
Reading Japanese Literature I
Year 3 – Core Modules
Advanced French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin or Spanish (full year)
Cultural, Film and Media Dissertation (full year)
Digital Communication and Media
Documentary Film and Documentary Practice
Gender, Sexuality and Media
Media and Conflict
Writing for the Media
Southeast Asian Film