Bri-IComm
Study level : ProgramProgramme : UTB
The UTB-SP Bridging Programme in Communication permits students to study for 14 weeks at KIGS and having successfully completed the UTB-SP Bridging Programme, the students will continue to enrol into the related Undergraduate Degree Programme in UTB, subject to satisfying entry requirements. At UTB,students may enter the first year of the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Communication.
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of 140 A`Level points for 3 A`level passes in relevant English medium subjects;
OR
- A minimum of 120 A`Level points for 2 A`level passes in relevant English medium subjects;
OR
- An International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) score of 18 points;
OR
- Relevant qualification which meets the programme-specific entry
requirements of the Centre for Communication, Teaching and Learning such as
subjects that may include but not limited to Commerce, Principles of
Accounting, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics,
Additional Mathematics and any relevant subjects at the discretion of the Centre
AND
- At least a Credit Six in the Malay language at GCE Ordinary Level (applicable only for Bruneians
applying for a Government Scholarship)
- At least a Credit Six in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level or an IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL
minimum overall score 550 or its equivalent.
The following are used for calculation of 'A' level points:
A* : 140
A : 120
B : 100
C : 80
D : 60
E : 40
Assessment:
- Standard assessment requirements as prescribed in the module specifications and UTB regulations.
Eligibility for admission into UTB Business Degree Programmes:
- Student who obtain at least 50% marks per enrolled module will be eligible for admission into the first year of communication degree programme.
Programme Learning Outcomes
- Acquire basic understanding of communication theories and processes.
- Facilitate smooth interpersonal and social relationships in various contexts.
- Apply fundamental communication skills effectively in oral and written modes.
- Use academic skills and techniques for effective learning in real life settings.
- Demonstrate interactive roles and teamwork skills in communicating connections, and information exchanges.
Course Structure
Semester 1 :
- Introduction to Group Dynamics
- Fundamentals of Academic Writing
- Academic Study Skills
- Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
- Introduction to Communication Studies




