Faculty of Communication & Media Arts
September 18, 2024 2024-10-21 17:32Faculty of Communication & Media Arts
Our aim is to train and develop highly dedicated, highly skilled, and socially committed media professionals and communications specialists who will contribute to the development, enrichment, and understanding of Cambodian society and culture, as well as that of the surrounding region and the world at large.
We strongly believe in combining classroom work with “real life, practical experience. All undergraduate majors are required to complete a professional internship in a media-related field during their final term.
Why Study Media & Communication?
Some things to consider:
- Currently, there is a great need in Cambodia for qualified Communications and Media Specialists.
- Many employers in Cambodia are now actively looking for qualified students in the Communications field.
- Many newspapers, magazines, TV stations, and radio stations need qualified writers, reporters, producers, editors, and support staff.
- Many companies need people with knowledge and skills in advertising, public relations, sales/ promotions, and marketing.
- With about 800 organizations (NGOs) registered with the government, communications jobs are expected to rise above the average level.
- The government often hires press officers to respond to media inquiries and many NGOs, embassies, trade unions, and schools also seek qualified public relations officers to serve as spokespersons.
Our majors provide excellent preparation for careers in:
- Newspapers and magazines
- TV and Radio
- Human Resource Management
- Sales and Promotion / Advertising
- Public Sector/Government / NGOs
- Peace Building / Community Development
- Social Affairs
And, in any fields where writing well, speaking well, solving problems, and working with diverse groups of people are necessary skills.
Majors & Program
FALH offers programs of study leading to the undergraduate degrees of Associate of Arts (A.A., 60 credits), Bachelor of Arts (B.A., 129 credits), and the graduate degrees of Master of Arts (M.A., 45 credits) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD, 57 credits).
Undergraduate programs provide general knowledge, skills and knowledge in the major field of study, and the 21st Century skills of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity demanded by employers. The A.A. degree is designed for students who have graduated from high school and wish to focus on practical, employment skills. Students who complete the A.A. may apply the 60 credits towards the B.A. degree. Students who have graduated from high school and passed the National Exam, or equivalent, may enter the B.A. program directly from high school.
Master’s students should possess a bachelor’s degree and excellent academic reading and writing skills. Graduates will possess superior analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills and be well-prepared to advance in their careers. The PhD is a rigorous academic program, requiring a relevant master’s degree to enter. Graduates will have expertise in their area of specialization and be capable of independent research and building the capacity of others.
The following programs are offered:
Announcement
Student Research
Students are warmly welcome to apply to be employed in the PIARD Data Analysis Lab. To qualify, undergraduates must be enrolled, have completed some coursework in basic social statistics and methods, have high grade points and be recommended by advisors or professors. Graduate students may qualify by being enrolled in a PUC master’s or doctorate program, have superior preparation by coursework and experience, and be recommended by advisors or professors. All applicants must show evidence of capability to master professional procedures of scientific interviewing and have good communication skills. Studies conducted by PIARD cover many of the most exciting and relevant topics of contemporary life including culture, public health, education, environment and natural resources, and technology. Some of the benefits of being employed by PIARD are:
- Chance to work on many interesting current-day studies
- Paid training
- Friendly work environment
- Flexible hours
- Periodic raises based on time worked and performance
Contact Us
Address
Paññāsāstra Institute of Academic Research and Development (PIARD)
Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia
No. 89, Street 313 Boeung Kak II, Khan Tuol Kork, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia
Phone : (855) 99 34 55 67
URL : www.piard.puc.edu.kh
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