Foundation in Communication

About the course

This foundation pathway at Penang campus prepares students for undergraduate study in Media & Communication. Students build media literacy, presentation skills, and introductory communication theory for degree pathways. The programme builds academic English, media literacy, and introductory communication concepts for degree entry.

Career outcome

Graduates typically use this foundation qualification as a pathway into undergraduate Media & Communication degrees. The pathway leads into undergraduate media, journalism, and communication degrees. Supporting progression into undergraduate Communication and media studies programmes.

Living Costs in Penang**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) RM 9 - 12	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) RM 870 - 1,150	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) RM 576 - 762
Transportation (Daily) RM 3 - 4	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) RM 239 - 316

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)