Overview

This innovative media-based Mass Communication (English) programme from Abu Dhabi University will provide you with specialist knowledge of the concepts, theories, practices, and methods that characterize contemporary media and communication and will help you thrive in the industry.

You will be equipped with essential research and analytical skills, as well as the ability to write media reports and features for print and electronic media. An in-depth study into the role and impact of mass media in the Middle East will enable you to effectively deal with a myriad of on-going communication challenges at a local, regional, and global level.

Career Prospects

This programme prepares you to work as specialized practitioners across a wide range of media and communication organizations. Media institutions, government agencies, educational institutions, and private companies consistently seek well-qualified communication professionals.

Potential employers include Abu Dhabi Media, Sky News Arabia, MBC Network, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company, ADNOC, UAE Armed Forces, Injazat, Petroleum Institute, Sakher Media, twoFour54, Etihad Airways, Weber Shandwick, M&C Saatchi, and White Label PR

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Writing for Mass Media

Public Speaking

Photojournalism

Media Appreciation and Critique

International Communication

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-29 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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Language

English

PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 21 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in United Arab Emirates

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A high school certificate duly attested by the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Embassy of UAE in the country where the certificate is issued.

A copy of the student’s passport (valid for at least 6 months);

Passport-size photograph;

A letter of adequate funds (5000 USD or convertible currency for tuition, accommodation and cost of living); and

A standard form indicating that the applicant will abide by the Abu Dhabi University rules and regulations.

Police Clearance

Good conduct letter from the school

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

46515 AED / year

≈ 46515 AED / year

Additional Details

National students:

Abu Dhabi Campus fee per credit: 1620 AED

Living costs

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

5000 - 8600 AED / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Abu Dhabi

Funding

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