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Chinese Media & Communication
The only local programme that nurtures bilingual storytellers specialising in content production across media platforms, with sound understanding of the Chinese language and culture.
Course details
| Field of study | Media and Design |
| Certification offered | Diploma in Chinese Media & Communication |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Humanities, Arts, Media and Business cluster.
(Additional requirement) Obtained one of the following:
- Grade B4 for O-Level Higher Chinese Language
- Grade B3 for O-Level Chinese Language
- Grade 1 for N(A)-Level Chinese Language
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any 1 relevant subject:
| 1-3 |
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
To be eligible for selection, you must have also sat for Additional Mathematics or Mathematics.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-6 |
| Higher Chinese or Chinese | 1-4 or 1-3 |
Any one of the 1st group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type:
| 1-6 |
Course modules
- Media Writing in Chinese
- Speech Communication in Chinese
- Storytelling with Visuals
- Publication Design and Production
- Academic Communication & Thinking
- Career and Professional Preparation 1
- Health and Wellness
- Audience Research
- Fundamentals of Translation
- UI & UX Design
- Radio & Vodcast Production in Chinese
- Workplace Communication Skills
- Innovation Made Possible
- New Media in Southeast Asia
- Integrated Marketing Communication
- Digital Journalism in Chinese
- Video Production
- Career Kickstart
- Media Ethics and Regulation
- Digital Marketing & Advertising
- Feature Production
- Chinese History & Literature
- World Issues: A Singapore Perspective
- 6-month Internship
- Elective 1: Extended Internship
- Elective 2: Industry-Based Project
- Project ID: Connecting the Dots
- Elective 3: Frameworks for Solutioning
- Elective 3: Social Sustainability
- Elective 3A: Understanding Social Challenges OR Understanding Place-Based Challenges
- Elective 3B: Digital Strategies for Social Change OR Communicating to Create Social Change
Internship
| Internship duration | 22 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
| Internship period | Mar to Aug, or Sep to Feb |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Assistant Producer
- Content Producer
- Marketing Communications Executive
- Radio Presenter
- Radio Producer
- Reporter
- Video Editor
- Video Journalist
- TV Producer
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.