UK Degree Transfer Programme · Media & Communication De Montfort University
Be a global graduate — two years at IACT and your final year at De Montfort University, Leicester.
Media, Marketing & Communication — Finish at DMU.
A UK degree in media, marketing or communication from DMU — two years at IACT, final year in Leicester.
Programme Details
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3 Years
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De Montfort University
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UK Transfer Degree — 2 years at IACT + 1 year in the UK
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Full Time
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R/0323/6/0029(FA9236)02/29
Future Careers
Turn communication and marketing into a global career. Demand spans media, marketing, advertising, branding and communication.
Core Roles
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Marketing Executive
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Advertising Account Executive
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Media Producer
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Communications Officer
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Brand Manager
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Content Producer
Why This Programme Matters
The Reality
- Media, marketing and communication are growing fast.
- DMU ranked #1 in the world for international student satisfaction (2024 ISB).
- Industry-designed courses with innovative block teaching.
- A globally recognised UK degree with a real year in the UK.
The Education
Theory and hands-on practice under a global creative faculty.
- Computer graphics, photography and new media.
- Writing for the media, journalism and PR practices.
- Media and cultural studies, history and ethics.
- Advertising, marketing communications and online marketing.
Specialise
Elective tracks in PR, journalism, video, advertising and digital marketing.
Why It Stands Out
- Two years at IACT, final year at DMU in the UK.
- #1 in the world for international student satisfaction.
- Innovative block teaching.
Graduate Ready
A UK Honours degree from DMU, an industry portfolio and global confidence.
Course Modules
- Computer Graphics
- Photography
- Public Relations Practices
- New Media Studies
- Writing for the Media
- Print Journalism
- Communication in the Globalised World
- Online Marketing
- Popular Culture
- Research Methods
- Film Fundamentals
- Media Ethics
- Creative Communication
- Media History
- Motion Graphics
- Introduction to Social Media A
- As per modules offered at De Montfort University
- Track 1 – Public Relations: Corporate Communication; PR Campaign and Strategies
- Track 2 – Digital Journalism: Convergent Journalism; Publication Production
- Track 3 – Digital Video Production: Scriptwriting; Video Production
- Track 4 – Digital Advertising & Marketing: Advertising Campaign Management; Cross Cultural Studies for Marketing and Advertising
- Track 5 – Digital Marketing: SEM and SEO; Digital Content Marketing
- Track 6 – Social Media Management: Introduction to Social Media B; Community Engagement
- Track 7 – Digital Design: Drawing Techniques; Design Theory
- Choose 1 track (subject to availability)
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (Malaysian Students) / Malay Communication 2 (International Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Serving our Society (S.O.S)
- National Language A (for students without Credit in Bahasa Melayu (SPM))
The Creative Learning Experience
Media and marketing are learned by doing. The programme combines theory with hands-on practice across your two years at IACT, before a final year at DMU.
How You Learn
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Theory and Practice
Understanding plus creative work.
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Industry-Designed Courses
Built with industry experts.
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Block Teaching
One subject at a time.
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Global Creative Faculty
International teaching team.
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International Experience
A final year at DMU.
Industry Projects & Certifications
Real practice. A global faculty. A world-class UK degree. Work on real briefs through IACT’s creative network, a communication specialist since 1970.
Industry-Standard Tools
Professional media and marketing tools, with a final year at DMU.
A Globally Recognised Degree
- A UK Honours degree from De Montfort University.
Career Outcomes
Graduate ready for the media and marketing industry, in Malaysia and worldwide.
Opportunities span marketing, advertising, media production and communication.
Career Pathways: Agencies, brands, media organisations and in-house teams.
Progression Pathways: Final year at DMU; progress to postgraduate study or straight into industry.
- Marketing ExecutiveDeliver campaigns.
- Advertising Account ExecutiveManage client work.
- Media ProducerProduce content.
- Communications OfficerShape messaging.
- Brand ManagerBuild brands.
Student Experience
Begin in a creative community at IACT, then experience UK student life.
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IACT Facilities
State-of-the-art studios and edit suites.
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Global Creative Faculty
International teaching team.
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Block Teaching
One subject at a time.
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Leicester City Centre
A lively urban campus.
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Campus Life
A culture built for storytellers.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- IACT Foundation in Media Studies — CGPA 2.0.
- An IACT Diploma — CGPA 2.0.
- A-Level — Grade D in 2 subjects.
- STPM — Grade C in 2 subjects, CGPA 2.0.
- UEC — Grade B in 5 subjects.
- SAM, AUSMAT or CPU — 5 subjects, minimum 50%.
- Matriculation or Foundation — CGPA 2.0.
- Any other qualification recognised by the Ministry of Education Malaysia.
English: SPM 1119 C6, IGCSE English Grade C, or IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each component).
Fees & Financing
Programme Fees
- Year 1RM22,000
- Year 2RM22,000
- Year 3As per De Montfort University
- Resource FeeRM1,000 / year
- Year 1RM27,000
- Year 2RM27,000
- Year 3As per De Montfort University
- Resource FeeRM1,000 / year
Final-year fees are set by De Montfort University (studied in the UK).
International fees are subject to 6% SST from 1 September 2025.
Scholarships, PTPTN, EPF and instalment plans are available.
Speak to a Future Advisor
A UK degree in media, marketing or communication, finished at DMU.
Speak to a future advisor at IACT.