Bachelor of Communication Studies
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Ranked 1st in Asia and 4th in the World for Communication & Media Studies, the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) offers a comprehensive and hands-on Communication Studies experience for aspiring media professionals.
Our Bachelor of Communication Studies (Honours) programme gives you the flexibility to focus on one or more areas, including Strategic Communication, Broadcast Media & Cinema Studies, Data Science and Media Studies, or Journalism and Media Policies. The curriculum combines traditional and new media courses, providing a strong foundation while preparing you for the rapidly evolving media landscape.
At WKWSCI, learning goes beyond the classroom. With state-of-the-art facilities, industry placements, and overseas opportunities, you gain real-world experience that mirrors the demands of professional media environments. \ Discover our Experiential Learning opportunities here!
The programme equips you with skills for a wide range of careers—from strategic planning, advertising, and analytics to journalism, media production, and public relations. Even outside the communications field, your versatile skillset gives you a competitive edge across industries.
Graduates leave WKWSCI ready to make an impact in creative, journalistic, research, and professional fields worldwide, armed with a qualification that opens doors to limitless opportunities.
Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ Level
If you are applying using the Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A' level Examination in the English medium, you need to obtain the following:
- H1 level pass in Mathematics or O’ level/equivalent pass in Additional Mathematics
- B grade in General Paper (GP) / Knowledge & Inquiry (KI)
- At least two passes in subjects at H2 level
Diploma awarded by a Polytechnic or equivalent institution in Singapore
You may apply under this category if you are presenting a diploma from
- One of the five local polytechnics in Singapore namely:
- Nanyang Polytechnic
- Ngee Ann Polytechnic
- Republic Polytechnic
- Singapore Polytechnic
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Temasek Polytechnic
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Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)
- LASALLE College of the Arts
- BCA Academy
- National Institute of Early Childhood Development
- Institute of Technical Education (Work-Study Diploma [WSDip])
- Singapore Sports School – Auckland University of Technology (Diploma in Sports Management & Exercise Science only)
International Baccalaureate Diploma
- Mathematics at Standard Level
- Good grade in English at Standard Level
NUS High School Diploma
- Major CAP of 2.0 in Mathematics
- Good overall CAP in English Language
International and Other Qualifications
- Additional Mathematics at Junior High School Level
- Good grade in General Paper/English at Senior High School Level
All polytechnic diploma holders from the five local polytechnics listed below are eligible for exemptions of up to 12 Academic Units (AUs).
- Nanyang Polytechnic
- Ngee Ann Polytechnic
- Republic Polytechnic
- Singapore Polytechnic
- Temasek Polytechnic
Exemptions are only given for non-communication courses under the Broadening and Deepening Electives category. All exempted courses do not carry any grades and will not be included in the computation of cGPA. This is an opt-in exercise and all eligible students will receive instructions on this closer to the start of their first semester.
### Programme Structure & Duration
*Year 1: Foundation Courses *In the first year, students will take core courses and electives of their choice. By receiving an interdisciplinary education, you will be equipped with the fundamentals of theoretical knowledge and practices to prepare you for your further progression.
*Year 2: Choose a Specialisation & Overseas Exchange Opportunities *In Year 2, students can choose to take electives in areas of study of their choice, with the option of going aboard as part of a semester-long exchange programme.
*Year 3: Electives & Professional Internship (PI) *When students return in Year 3, they will continue with electives. In semester 2, all students will embark on a 22-week Professional Internship where you will gain first-hand insights to the industry and build up a personal network of contacts prior to graduating.
*Year 4: Electives & Final-Year Project (FYP) *Final-year students embark on their final-year capstone projects. Many of the projects will achieve a reach wider than just the school, receiving national and international accolades.
Students are required to complete a total of 127 AUs under the following course types:
Students Admitted from AY 25-26
| Major Requirements | Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) | Broadening and Deepening Electives | Total AUs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Prescribed Electives | Common Core | Professional Series | Care, Serve, Learn (CSL) | ||
| 20 | 41 | 14 | 18 | 3 | 31 | 127 |
Students Admitted between AY 21-22 and AY 24-25
| Major Requirements | Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) | Broadening and Deepening Electives | Total AUs | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Prescribed Electives | Common Core | Foundational Core | ||
| 20 | 41 | 17 | 17 | 32 | 127 |
To meet the graduation requirement, students are also required to complete at least 69 Graded AUs from the total 127 AUs requirements.
The detailed curriculum for Communication Studies can be found below:
Students Admitted between AY 21-22 and AY 24-25
Students Admitted from AY 25-26
The undergraduate course listing can be found at this .
Graduates from WKWSCI are highly sought after by leading organisations in Singapore and globally. Our alumni have built careers in diverse sectors, including:
- Public Relations & Corporate Communications – Roles such as PR managers, corporate communications specialists, and media relations officers.
- Marketing & Advertising – Positions like marketing executives, brand managers, and advertising consultants.
- Media & Journalism – Opportunities in journalism, broadcasting, and digital media production.
- Communication Research & Analytics – Careers in media research, audience insights, data analytics, and strategic communications research.
- Event Management & Strategic Communications – Roles in event planning, stakeholder engagement, and crisis communications.
Even beyond the communications field, the versatile skill set developed at WKWSCI provides a competitive edge across industries. Our alumni network spans the globe, empowering changemakers worldwide.
*Majors and Minors *The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information also offers two double major programmes, the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics and Media Analytics, and the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology and Media Analytics, together with the School of Social Science.
Students in the Communication Studies programme can choose to pursue a second major offered by schools within the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. Click to find out more.
Students may also pursue a minor which equips them with broader knowledge and skills, beyond their major disciplines. Refer to this for more information.
*Academic Integrity *The foundation of good academic work is honesty. Maintaining academic integrity upholds the standards of the University. The responsibility for maintaining integrity in all the activities of the academic community lies with the students as well as the faculty and the University. Academic dishonesty affects the University’s reputation and devalues the degrees offered.
*FAQs*Please refer to this for a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
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