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Last Updated: 26 May 2026

Mass Communication

To prepare our students for a career in the media industry by offering a robust broad-based curriculum covering integrated marketing communications, design, journalism, radio, TV, and social media.

Course code: N67
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE, DAE, JPAE, Poly EAE, PFP
2026 JAE ELR2B2-A net aggregate: 3 - 11
Course duration: 3 years

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Course details

Field of study
Media and Design
Certification offered

Diploma in Mass Communication

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Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This course is under the Humanities, Arts, Media and Business cluster.

(Additional requirement) Obtain at least a Grade B for both modules during PFP:

  • English Language & Communication 1
  • English Language & Communication 2

SubjectGrade
English Language Syllabus A1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics1-3
Any 1 relevant subject:
  • Art
  • Geography
  • History
  • Humanities (Social Studies, Geography)
  • Humanities (Social Studies, History)
  • Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English)
  • Literature in English
  • Principles of Accounts
1-3
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA
    		1-4
    For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
    SubjectGrade
    English Language1-4
    Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-7
    Any one of the 1st group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type:
    • Art
    • Business Studies
    • Combined Humanities
    • Economics
    • Geography
    • Higher Art
    • Higher Music
    • History
    • Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English)
    • Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Chinese)
    • Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Malay)
    • Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Tamil)
    • Humanities (Social Studies, History)
    • Humanities (Social Studies, Geography)
    • Intro to Enterprise Development
    • Literature in English
    • Literature in Chinese
    • Literature in Malay
    • Literature in Tamil
    • Media Studies (English)
    • Media Studies (Chinese)
    • Music
    		1-6

    Course modules

    Year 1
    • Storytelling Techniques
    • Introduction to Film & Media
    • Integrated Marketing Communications
    • Live Performances & Events
    • Filmmaking
    • Fundamentals of Journalism
    • Digital Marketing & Analytics
    • Audio & Podcast Production
    • Visual Communication
    • Contemporary Media Issues
    • Career and Professional Preparation I
    • Health and Wellness
    • English Language Express (for selected students)
    Year 2
    • Strategic Communications
    • Data Storytelling
    • Radio Production
    • Strategic Brand Engagement
    • Multiplatform Journalism
    • Radio Production
    • Multicamera Production
    • Career and Professional Preparation II
    • World Issues: A Singapore Perspective
    Year 3
    • Capstone Project
    • Internship
    • Industry Immersion Programme (for selected students)
    • Project ID: Connecting the Dots

    Internship

    Internship duration16 weeks
    Internship timeframeYear 3
    Internship periodMar to Aug, or Sep to Feb

    Career prospects

    You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

    • Marketing Communications Executive
    • Content Producer
    • Corporate Communications Executive
    • Content Commissioning Executive
    • Journalist
    • Producer
    • Presenter
    • Advertising Executive
    • Public Relations Executive
    • Researcher
    • UX/UI Designer
    • UX Writer
    • Copywriter
    • Social Media Content Specialist
    Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

    How to register

    Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

    You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

    Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

    You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.

    Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

    You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

    Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

    You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

    Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

    You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.