Master of Communication
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Overview
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Overview
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About the Programme
The Master of Communication programme focuses on managing communication within an international context, with an emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region. Informed by international scholarships in a range of disciplines and by professional practice, the programme will develop students’ professional and intellectual skills to prepare them for a career in communication and media-related professions, including but not limited to public relations, corporate communication, web communication, media liaison or consultancy related to the media and creative industries. Its purpose is also to develop students’ skills and independent learning ability to future-proof their personal development.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Master of Communication from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Master’s Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDuration16 monthsIntakesJanuary, May & SeptemberAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinations -
About the Programme
The Master of Communication programme focuses on managing communication within an international context, with an emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region. Informed by international scholarships in a range of disciplines and by professional practice, the programme will develop students’ professional and intellectual skills to prepare them for a career in communication and media-related professions, including but not limited to public relations, corporate communication, web communication, media liaison or consultancy related to the media and creative industries. Its purpose is also to develop students’ skills and independent learning ability to future-proof their personal development.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Master of Communication from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Master’s Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDuration16 monthsIntakesJanuary, May & SeptemberAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinations
RANKING & ACCREDITATION
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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Modules
- Communication Management: Professional Perspectives
- Critical and Ethical Issues in Communication
- Global Media: Asia-Pacific Perspectives
- Health Communication
- International Strategic Communication and Culture
- Research Project in Communication
- Strategic Communication
- Web Strategy
(Choose 1 of the 2 units)
- Social Media Analysis
- Web Research
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which includes:
- A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year of relevant work experience; OR
- Students who have completed a Graduate Certificate and 5 years of managerial work experience may be eligible for up to 12 credit points of advanced standing, subject to approval by the University; OR
- Students who have completed Murdoch University’s Graduate Certificate in Communication may be eligible for up to 12 credit points of advanced standing, subject to approval by the University; OR
- Satisfactory preparation for the course through formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the University.
English Language Requirements- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent.
Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement. Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which includes:
- A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year of relevant work experience; OR
- Students who have completed a Graduate Certificate and 5 years of managerial work experience may be eligible for up to 12 credit points of advanced standing, subject to approval by the University; OR
- Students who have completed Murdoch University’s Graduate Certificate in Communication may be eligible for up to 12 credit points of advanced standing, subject to approval by the University; OR
- Satisfactory preparation for the course through formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the University.
English Language Requirements- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent.
Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement. Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsApply Now
Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Tuition FeeThe total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$25,244.40 payable in 3 instalments
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Student Development FeeS$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
Mode of PaymentClick here to learn about available payment modes.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate of 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Please refer to the following scenarios for how GST will be applied:
Scenario 1
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered in 2023
8% GST will apply.
Scenario 2
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered on or after 1 Jan 2024
- Payment collected on or after 1 Jan 2024
9% GST will apply.
Scenario 3
- Invoice generated on or after 1 Jan 2024
9% GST will apply.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsApply Now
Full-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Tuition FeeThe total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$28,449 payable in 3 instalments
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Student Development FeeS$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
Mode of PaymentClick here to learn about available payment modes.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate of 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Please refer to the following scenarios for how GST will be applied:
Scenario 1
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered in 2023
8% GST will apply.
Scenario 2
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered on or after 1 Jan 2024
- Payment collected on or after 1 Jan 2024
9% GST will apply.
Scenario 3
- Invoice generated on or after 1 Jan 2024
9% GST will apply.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
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International ApplicantsApply Now
Full-time (International Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Tuition FeeThe total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$31,298.40 payable in 2 instalments
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$31,588.20 payable in 2 instalments
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Non-Refundable Application FeeS$523.20
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Administration FeeS$1,199*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance.
Mode of PaymentClick here to learn about available payment modes.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate of 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Please refer to the following scenarios for how GST will be applied:
Scenario 1
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered in 2023
8% GST will apply.
Scenario 2
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered on or after 1 Jan 2024
- Payment collected on or after 1 Jan 2024
9% GST will apply.
Scenario 3
- Invoice generated on or after 1 Jan 2024
9% GST will apply.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
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DurationDuration
- 16 months
Maximum allowed candidature period- 12 credit points: 24 months
- 24 credit points: 48 months
- 36 credit points: 60 months
- 48 credit points: 72 months
- 72 credit points: 120 months
- 96 credit points: 144 months
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120 credit points: 144 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
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DurationDuration
- 6 months
Maximum allowed candidature period- 12 credit points: 24 months
- 24 credit points: 48 months
- 36 credit points: 60 months
- 48 credit points: 72 months
- 72 credit points: 120 months
- 96 credit points: 144 months
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120 credit points: 144 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
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A Supportive Environment
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Scott Goh