University of Nottingham Malaysia, Selangor

Bachelor in International Communication Studies (Hons)

Semenyih, Malaysia Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

The University of Nottingham Malaysia, Selangor, located in Semenyih, offers a British-style education on a modern international campus. Established in 2000, the campus hosts a diverse student community and provides access to more than 85 programs across sciences, business, engineering and the humanities. International students find a supportive environment with dedicated services, strong academic standards and pathways to study at the UK campus when desired.

Academically, the university combines research-informed teaching with practical learning and industry links. Small class sizes encourage active participation and close mentorship from staff, while well-equipped laboratories and collaborative study spaces support project work and innovation. The campus fosters interdisciplinary opportunities that prepare graduates for global careers and further study, with recognition for quality and employability in regional and international markets.

Student life in Semenyih balances campus facilities with access to Malaysia's multicultural cities and cultural experiences. Accommodation options, student clubs and career services help newcomers settle quickly, and English-medium instruction eases the transition. Prospective international students should review entry requirements, scholarship options and pathway programs early; the university's admissions team is responsive to questions about programs, living costs and visa support to help applicants plan effectively.

About the Program

The Bachelor in International Communication Studies (Hons) is a 3-year degree that teaches students about communication, media, and culture. It's taught in English at the University of Nottingham Malaysia. This program helps students learn languages like French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, or Spanish.

The curriculum includes core modules like Media and Communications Theory, Culture and Society, and Researching Culture, Film and Media. Students also learn about Political Communication, Public Relations, and Propaganda, as well as Digital Communication and Media. In the final year, students take modules like Advanced language classes, Cultural, Film and Media Dissertation, and Writing for the Media.

Graduates can work as Public Relations Specialists, Digital Media Managers, Content Creators, or Translation Specialists. They can work in industries like media, publishing, or public relations, for employers like news organizations, advertising agencies, or government institutions.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 65% below the typical bachelor's in Malaysia.

Median tuition for that cohort is 26,383 USD, across 147 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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