Teesside University
R/0323/6/0029(FA9236)02/29
Your Fast Track to a UK Media Degree
You don’t just want a degree. You want a global edge. With IACT’s UK Transfer Degree Programme (2+1), you begin your journey in Malaysia and complete your final year at Teesside University, UK — graduating with a prestigious British degree that is recognised worldwide. This is your launchpad into the global media, creative and marketing industries.
Awarded by:
Teesside University
Duration:
3 Years (2+1)
Study mode:
Full time
Intakes:
February, June & September
Course Structure
& Overview
- BA (Hons) Digital Media and Communication
- BA (Hons) Journalism
- BA (Hons) Film and TV Production
- BA (Hons) Graphic Design
- BSc (Hons) Marketing
Why Teesside University?
Today, Teesside is recognised for excellence:
- Modern University of the Year 2026 (Daily Mail)
- University of the Year 2025 (Times Higher Education)
- Ranked 1st in Graphic Design (Guardian University Guide 2026)
- Ranked 1st for Value Added in Media & Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2026)
- Ranked for strong Career Prospects in Business & Management
Teesside graduates go on to work with global organisations including BBC, Aston Martin, British Aerospace, Disney, Microsoft, Rolls-Royce, HSBC, Goldman Sachs, Vodafone and more.
When you graduate from Teesside, you graduate into opportunity.
The IACT + Teesside Advantage
Your Journey Begins Here.
Industry-Relevant from Day One
Your modules are aligned with real industry needs — blending creativity, strategy, production and digital performance skills that employers demand.
Learn by Doing
You don’t just sit in lectures. You create. You produce. You design. You analyse. You pitch. From media production to digital marketing, you build a professional portfolio before you even graduate.
Graduate with a UK Degree
Spend your final year in the UK, experience British university life and expand your global network.
Future-Focused Learning
From artificial intelligence and digital transformation to global communication and cultural studies, your education keeps pace with how media is evolving.
Earn Microcredentials from the
WORLD’S BEST UNIVERSITIES
& INDUSTRY GIANTS
Learn in Cutting-Edge Labs & Smart Classrooms
Train like a tech professional in industry-grade computer labs and smart classrooms equipped with the latest cybersecurity tools, software, and simulation environments, giving you the edge from day one.
Learn in Cutting-Edge
Labs & Smart Classrooms
Train like a tech professional in industry-grade computer labsand smart classrooms equipped with the latest cybersecurity tools, software, and simulation environments, giving you the edge from day one.
COURSE MODULES
- Computer Graphics
- Photography
- Public Relations Practices
- New Media Studies
- Writing for the Media
- Print Journalism
- Communication in the Globalised World
- Online Marketing
- Popular Culture
- Research Methods
- Film Fundamentals
- Media Ethics
- Creative Communication
- Media History
- Motion Graphics
- Introduction to Social Media A
- As per modules offered at Teesside University
(Choose 1 Track) *
Track 1 – Public Relations
- Corporate Communication
- PR Campaign and Strategies
Track 2 – Digital Journalism
- Convergent Journalism
- Publication Production
Track 3 – Digital Video Production
- Scriptwriting
- Video Production
Track 4 – Digital Advertising & Marketing
- Advertising Campaign Management
- Cross Cultural Studies for Marketing and Advertising
Track 5 – Digital Marketing
- SEM and SEO
- Digital Content Marketing
Track 6 – Social Media Management
- Introduction to Social Media B
- Community Engagement
Track 7 – Digital Design
- Drawing Techniques
- Design Theory
*Subject to availability
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (Malaysian Students) / Malay Communication 2 (International Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Serving Our Society (S.O.S)
- National Language A (for students without Credit in Bahasa Melayu – SPM)
Career Opportunities
With a Media & Communication degree, you won’t just understand media — you’ll know how to create it, manage it and lead it.
- Media Executive
- Step into the strategic engine room of media organisations. Plan, schedule and manage content across television, radio, digital platforms and streaming services. Analyse audience behaviour, interpret ratings and data insights, coordinate production teams, manage budgets and ensure campaigns or programmes reach the right audience at the right time. You become the bridge between creativity and commercial success.
- Public Relations Consultant
- Become the strategic voice behind brands, corporations and public figures. Develop communication frameworks, craft press materials, manage stakeholder relationships and navigate crisis communications with confidence. Design and execute integrated PR campaigns that strengthen brand credibility, protect reputation and build long-term public trust across global markets.
- Journalist or Content Creator
- Research deeply. Ask better questions. Tell powerful stories. Whether working in newsrooms, digital publications, broadcast media or as an independent creator, you’ll produce compelling content that informs, influences and shapes public discourse. From investigative features to viral digital storytelling, you’ll master both editorial integrity and platform optimisation.
- Digital Content Strategist
- Turn creativity into measurable impact. Develop data-driven content strategies across social media, YouTube, podcasts, websites and emerging digital platforms. Use analytics, SEO, audience segmentation and behavioural insights to optimise engagement, conversions and brand growth. You don’t just post content — you engineer performance.
- Graphic Designer / Concept Artist
- Transform ideas into striking visual experiences. Create brand identities, campaign visuals, motion graphics, digital illustrations and immersive concept art for advertising, entertainment, gaming and multimedia platforms. Blend design theory with technical mastery to produce visuals that communicate emotion, narrative and strategic intent.
- Marketing Manager
- Operate at the intersection of creativity and commerce. Plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital, experiential and traditional channels. Manage budgets, lead cross-functional teams, analyse performance metrics and refine brand positioning in competitive markets. Your decisions directly influence revenue growth and brand equity.
- Entrepreneur or Creative Founder
- Build something that’s truly yours. Launch your own agency, production house, digital consultancy, content studio or creative brand. With your expertise in communication strategy, digital performance, media production and branding, you’ll have the confidence and capability to turn ideas into scalable ventures — locally or globally.
ABOUT THE COURSE
- Awarded By: Teesside University
- Mode of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 3 Years (2+1)
- Intake: February, June & September
Course Entry Requirements
- 5 Credits in SPM (including English), or
- 2 A-Level passes / 2 STPM Principals or equivalent, ors
- 5 B’s in UEC or equivalent, or
- A recognised Foundation or Diploma
Programme Fees
RM22,000
Resource Fee: RM1,000
RM22,000
Resource Fee: RM1,000
As per
Teesside University
RM27,000
Resource Fee: RM1,000
RM27,000
Resource Fee: RM1,000
As per
Teesside University
Why study Media and Communication?
- Because brands need storytellers.
- Because organisations need strategists.
- Because audiences need creators.
- Because the future belongs to digital leaders.
- Start locally.
- Graduate globally.
- Build a career without borders.
- Your UK media degree starts here.
Your UK media degree starts here.