Communication Studies Concentration (COMM)

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  • Programme Information

         The Master of Arts in Communication - Communication Studies Concentration aims to equip students with the critical thinking acumen necessary to develop effective communication strategies, through the application of:

    •  research

    •  advanced analysis

    •  creativity

    •  ethical behavior

      Students will enhance their professional portfolio and prepare themselves to become effective leaders in the global communication industry.


    Study ModeFull-Time
    Part-Time
    Study Period1 year2 years
    Credit Unit Requirements for GraduationStudents must complete a total of 27 units, i.e. 6 units of Core Courses and 21 units of Elective Courses of which at least 15 units must be from this concentration
    Tuition FeeRMB 170,000 per student  (Enrolled in 2025-26 Academic Year)
    Application FeeRMB 270 for each application
    Official Medium of InstructionChinese
    Study LocationBeijing Normal – Hong Kong Baptist University (Zhuhai, Guangdong Province)


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  • Admission Requirements

    Admission Requirements


    Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized tertiary institution; or

    Professional experience would be preferred.

    Applicants with academic achievements or who can demonstrate research potential may also be considered.


    Language Requirements


    Applicants whose first language is not English, or previous degree not obtained with English as medium of instruction are required to prove their language abilities by means of performance in any one of the tests listed below:

    • College English Test Band 4/6≥430;or

    • IELTS(Academic)≥5.5;or

    • TOEFL(iBT)≥65

    *Test results of IELTS Indicator/IELTS One Skill Retake, TOEFL-iBT Home Edition or Duolingo English Test will not be considered.



  • Required Application Materials

    Required Application Materials


    1) Full Official Academic Transcript

    Either in Chinese or in English, with the official stamp of the university. If the transcript does not indicate the Cumulative Grade Point Average (cGPA) and the full scale Grade Point Average (GPA), proof of cGPA or full scale GPA should be provided.

    2) University Degree and Graduation Certificate

    Scanned copies of the original documents are required; a graduating student can provide a letter of enrollment status with the official stamp of the university.

    3) Two Reference Letters

    Two reference letters with the signature of the referee (either in Chinese or in English); students can also provide the contact information of their referees via the online application system.

    4) English Proficiency Test Report

    Provide the corresponding English proficiency test report according to the English requirements of each programme; if the medium of instruction at the applicant's previous university was English, a proof of English as the medium of instruction can be used as a substitute.

    5) Personal Statement

    Either in Chinese or in English, within 500 words. Please fill in your personal statement in the designated location in the application system. Attachment uploaded is not accepted.

    6) Scanned Copy of Identity Document

    Students from Mainland China: ID card (both sides);

    Students from Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan: Mainland Travel Permit;

    International student: Passport.

    7)  Any Other Supporting Documents (not compulsory)

    Including but not limited to: portfolio (published papers, news works, GitHub, personal websites, etc.), professional qualification certificates, and award certificates, if any.



  • Contact us

    If you have any questions regarding application, please contact:


    Phone: 0756-3620377

    Email: gstpg@uic.edu.cn


    If you have any questions regarding the programme , please contact:


    Phone: 0756-3620936

    Email: macomm_apply@uic.edu.cn


    For more information, please scan the official QR Code of Graduate School below: 


  • Q&A

    Do I need to attend an interview?

    The admission selection process varies among programmes. In case an interview is required, shortlisted applicants will be informed by the Faculty/School directly.