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Foundation in Media Studies

Kickstart your creative career in media and communications.

Unlock Your Creativity. Build Your Future.
A one-year pre-university foundation in storytelling, media and design that opens the door to UK and local degrees.

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Programme Details

  • 1 Year

    Duration

  • IACT College

    Award

  • Pre-University

    Pathway

  • Full Time

    Study Mode

  • February, April & August

    Intakes

  • Coursework & Exams

    Assessments

  • R3/0323/3/0004(FA0283)02/31

    Accreditation

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Future Careers

Find your voice in media and communications. Growing demand for creative, practically-skilled talent across content, design and broadcasting.

Entry-Level Roles

  • Public Relations Executive

  • Social Media Manager

  • Digital Content Creator

  • Corporate Communications Executive

  • Copywriter

  • Broadcast Assistant

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

  • The media industry is evolving fast and demands creative talent.
  • Specialist school founded by MAA and 4As Malaysia; award-winning students.
  • Start in April and graduate up to two years earlier.
  • 99% employability with strong industry links.

The Education

Explore the full breadth of media before you specialise.

  • Critical thinking, new age learning and entrepreneurship.
  • Journalism, public relations and broadcasting.
  • Advertising and design fundamentals.
  • Narratives in media, social media and content creation.

The Creative Technology Advantage

Studios, design software and Google, Meta and Adobe microcredentials.

Why It Stands Out

  • Award-winning creativity — Kancil Awards and Huawei XMAGE wins.
  • Accelerated pathway: start in April, graduate up to two years earlier.
  • Google, Meta and Adobe microcredentials built in.

Graduate Ready

A creative portfolio, microcredentials and a clear path into a degree.

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Course Modules

  • New Age Learning
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Introduction to Digital Technology
  • English Language
  • Entrepreneurship
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The Creative Learning Experience

Built around hands-on projects, real briefs and creative exploration.

How You Learn

  • Project-Based Practice

    Real projects, not abstract exercises.

  • Broad Creative Exploration

    Sample every media discipline.

  • Industry Exposure

    Agency visits and studio tours.

  • Competitions

    Student Kancil, Astro A-List and Star Media Awards.

  • Microcredentials

    Google, Meta and Adobe certifications.

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Industry Projects & Certifications

Real projects. Recognised credentials. A confident start. Gain genuine industry exposure through IACT’s creative network, a communication specialist since 1970.

Industry-Standard Tools

Studios and design software, with partners like Lumix, Aputure, ASUS and Konica Minolta.

Partners

  • Lumix
  • Aputure
  • ASUS
  • Konica Minolta

Embedded Creative Credentials

  • Google microcredentials
  • Meta microcredentials
  • Adobe microcredentials
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Career Outcomes

A strong start that opens every door in media.

A launchpad for entry-level roles and, above all, progression into specialised degrees.

Progression Pathways: Bachelor’s degrees in journalism, branding, digital marketing, PR, film or social media — UK and local.

  • Public Relations ExecutiveShape brand perception and strategy.
  • Social Media ManagerGrow online communities and content.
  • Digital Content CreatorCreate content that connects.
  • Broadcast AssistantSupport radio and TV production.
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Student Experience

Join a creative community and discover where your talent fits.

  • Production Facilities

    State-of-the-art media and broadcasting studios.

  • Live Competitions

    Student Kancil, Astro A-List and Star Media Awards.

  • Industry Visits

    Agency visits and studio tours.

  • Strong Industry Links

    Connections with working professionals.

  • Pathway Guidance

    Support to choose the right degree.

  • Campus Life

    A vibrant student culture built for storytellers.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following:

  • 5 Credits in SPM, IGCSE or equivalent; or
  • Minimum 3 B’s in UEC; or
  • A pass in the Certificate in Communication Studies from IACT College.

Note: Trial / forecast results accepted. ~70% coursework-only modules; no internship at foundation level.

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Fees & Financing

Programme Fees

  • Lump SumRM11,900
  • Monthly Instalment (1 Year)RM12,9001st payment RM5,900 + monthly instalment RM700 × 10
  • Resource FeeRM1,000 / yearNon-refundable

0% Interest Instalment Payment Plans
Bank education loans available.

International fees subject to 6% SST from 1 September 2025.

In-house scholarships, sibling waivers, early-bird rebates, study loans, bursaries, EPF, EZ payment and 0% instalment plans available.

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Speak to a Future Advisor

Creative, curious and ready to explore media? Start here.

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