Mass Communication — study plan
- Credit hours
- 128
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 43
- Degree
- bachelor
The Mass Communication study plan at University of Bahrain is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 128 credit hours across 43 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Semester 1 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISLM101 | Islamic Culture | 3 |
| ARAB110 | Arabic Language Skills | 3 |
| ITBIS105 | Elementary Computing | 3 |
| ENGL115 | English for Humanities I | 3 |
| HRLC107 | Human Rights | 2 |
Year 1 - Semester 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB210 | Language Syntaxes | 3 |
| ENGL116 | English for Humanities II | 3 |
| STAT105 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| MEDCO110 | News Writing & Reporting (in Arabic) | 3 |
| MEDCO120 | Strategic Communication Principles | 3 |
| GSE | General Studies Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 3 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL222 | English for Humanities III | 3 |
| MEDCO130 | Digital Media Fundamentals | 3 |
| MEDCO140 | News Writing & Reporting (in English) | 3 |
| MEDCO210 | Media Writing (in Arabic) | 3 |
| MEDCO220 | Communication Theories | 3 |
| GSE | General Studies Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 4 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HIST122 | Modern History of Bahrain and Citizenship | 3 |
| MEDCO230 | Visual Communication and Graphic Design | 3 |
| MEDCO240 | Media Writing (in English) | 3 |
| MEDCO250 | Visual Production Skills | 3 |
| MEDCO260 | Media Research Methods | 3 |
| GSE | General Studies Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 3 - Semester 5 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MEDCO310 | Multiplatform Journalism | 3 |
| MEDCO320 | Media Translation | 3 |
| MEDCO330 | Media Laws and Ethics | 3 |
| MEDCO331 | Strategic Communication Management | 3 |
| MEDCO332 | Integrated Marketing Communication | 3 |
| GSE | General Studies Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 3 - Semester 6 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MEDCO410 | Data Journalism | 3 |
| MEDCO420 | Media and Society | 3 |
| MEDCO333 | Writing for Strategic Communication | 3 |
| MEDCO334 | Intercultural Strategic Communication | 3 |
| MEDCO335 | Social Media Strategies | 3 |
| GSE | General Studies Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 4 - Semester 7 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MEDCO430 | International Communication | 3 |
| MEDCO431 | Social Marketing | 3 |
| MEDCO432 | Strategic Communication Campaign Planning & Design | 3 |
| MEDCO433 | Crisis Communication & Spokesperson Skills | 3 |
| MEDCO434 | Branding & Identity Design | 3 |
| GSE | General Studies Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 4 - Semester 8 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MEDCO435 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Strategic Communication | 3 |
| MEDCO490 | Practical Training | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Mass Communication
How many credit hours is Mass Communication at University of Bahrain?
Mass Communication at University of Bahrain requires completing 128 credit hours to graduate, spread across 43 courses.
How many years is Mass Communication at University of Bahrain?
The study plan for Mass Communication spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Mass Communication award?
Mass Communication at University of Bahrain awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 128 credit hours.
Is Mass Communication offered at other universities?
Yes, Mass Communication is offered at at least 8 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.