Master of Communication Science
Faculty of Social and Cultural Sciences
Master of Communication Science Study Program
Digital and Environmental Communication
The Master of Communication Science Study Program of Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) is designed to produce graduates who excel in digital communication and environmental communication studies. This program combines critical and analytical perspectives on communication, media, and environment in digital culture, with an approach driven by Islamic and Indonesian values.
As a study program oriented toward contemporary issues, the Master of Communication Science of UII offers a curriculum responsive to digital technological development and global environmental challenges. The students will be equipped with a strong theoretical understanding and analytical skills in studying the dynamics of digital communication, media transformation, and environmental impact in the communication ecosystem. With a multidisciplinary approach, this study program encourages sustainable communication research and practices that align with community empowerment.
The study program also excels in presenting visiting professors from around the world who offer global insight and broader academic perspectives. Some of the prominent academics who will participate in the study program include:
- Prof. Kristian Bankov (New Bulgarian University, Southeast European Center for Semiotic Studies) – semiotic expert
- Prof. Merlyna Lim (Carleton University, Canada) – expert in studies of media, digital technology, and politics.
- Prof. Nico Carpentier (Charles University, Prague, Czech) – expert in media and participatory communication theories.
- Prof. Nurhaya Muchtar (Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA) – specialist in journalism, development communication, and environmental issues.
Career Opportunities
Media and Corporate Professionals:
PR manager and consultant
Marketing communication manager
Media manager and consultant
Journalist and editor
Digital-based Professionals:
Social media manager and UX specialist
Green marketing specialist
E-commerce manager
Digital creative manager
Researcher and Social Worker/Activist:
Academics or researchers
Mid-career public service officer (ASN)
Environmental strategist
Media activist and social worker (CSO or NGO Program Manager)
Admission and Selection
A. The admission requirements for prospective students of the Master of Communication Science Study Program are as follows:
- Bachelor’s graduates from accredited study programs of domestic and foreign universities.
- Willing to participate in full-time academic activities.
- Submit the following administrative requirements:
- Scan of Diploma or Certificate of Graduation (SKL) of the Bachelor Program (S1). Bachelor’s graduates (S1) from overseas universities shall include a diploma equalized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology.
- Scan of academic transcript of Bachelor Program (S1).
- Curriculum Vitae (template click here)
- Study permit from the agency/institution (for employees) (template click here)
- Letter of Recommendation from a lecturer or work supervisor (template click here)
- Scanned certificate of English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS/CEPT).
- Recent photo sized 3×4.
B. Admission Procedures:
- Prospective students open the page admisi.uii.ac.id.
- For those with NIU (Primary Identification Number), log in by entering NIU & Password.
- For those without NIU (Primary Identification Number), select “Create Account” and prepare a scanned file of ID card/driving license/family card (KTP/SIM/KK) and a formal photo with a maximum file size of 2 MB in JPEG/JPG/PNG format. Log in using NIU & Password.
- Purchase a form by selecting the Purchase Form menu.
- Select the Degree: Master (S2). Select the track: PMB Postgraduate and select the Number of Study Programs: 1 option. Then select: FPSB and Master of Communication Science.
- Upon completing the process, there will be a billing number on the screen for payment at the bank. Make payment of the registration fee of IDR 500,000 using the billing number via Bank Mandiri. Keep the payment receipt.
- Payment can be made via Teller, ATM, or Mobile Banking.
- Upload the administrative requirements via: bit.ly/PendaftaranMIKOMUII.
- Join the selection interview test as scheduled.
- Check the selection results as scheduled.
- Register (if admitted) as scheduled.
| No. | Stage | Time |
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Admission | 1 April – 2 May 2025 |
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Announcement of administrative selection results | 7 May 2025 |
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Interview test | 11 – 17 May 2025 |
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Announcement of Admitted Students | 21 May 2025 |
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Registration | 25 – 31 May 2025 |
| Term 2 | ||
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Admission | 1 – 30 June 2025 |
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Announcement of administrative selection results | 3 July 2025 |
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Interview test | 7 – 11 July 2025 |
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Announcement of Admitted Students | 17 July 2025 |
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Registration | 21 – 31 July 2025 |
| Term 3 | ||
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Admission | 1 – 22 August 2025 |
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Announcement of administrative selection results | 25 August 2025 |
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Interview test | 27 – 29 August 2025 |
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Announcement of Admitted Students | 31 August 2025 |
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Registration | 1 – 6 September 2025 |
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Semester Key-in | 4 – 9 September 2025 |
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Withdrawal deadline | 3 September 2025 |
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Withdrawal by Directorate of Academic Services | 15 September 2025 |
Estimated Tuition Fees
Registration fee = IDR500,000
Tuition fee per semester = IDR 9,500,000
For more information on tuition fees, click here.
Courses
| SEMESTER | COURSE | CREDITS |
| I | Islam Ulil Albab | 2 |
| Digital Culture and Communication | 3 | |
| Communication Theories and Perspectives | 3 | |
| Qualitative Research Methods | 3 | |
| Quantitative Research Methods | 3 | |
| Total Credits – Semester I | 14 | |
| II | Empowerment and Prophetic Communication | 3 |
| Humanistic and Environmental Communication | 3 | |
| Disaster, Risk, and Crisis Communication | 3 | |
Electives (Students can select two courses with six credits out of the following three electives)
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6 | |
| Total Credits – Semester II | 15 | |
| III | Economic-Political Digital Media | 3 |
| Seminar on Communication Research/Project | 4 | |
| Scientific Publication | 3 | |
Electives (Students can select two courses with six credits out of the following three electives)
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6 | |
| Total Credits – Semester III | 17 | |
| IV | Communication Project/Thesis | 8 |
| Total Credits – Semester IV | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 54 |
Global Mobility Program
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Further Information
Secretariat of the Master of Communication Science
Faculty of Social and Cultural Sciences
Dr. Soekiman Wirjosandjojo Building
Main Campus Jalan Kaliurang Km. 14.5 Yogyakarta 55584
Contact Person:
Website: communication.uii.ac.id/magister
E-mail of Mikom UII: [email protected]
Admin of Mikom UII: +62 822-3092-1007
Thinking about studying other disciplines?
UII offers many choices of education programs which include 1 diploma program, 3 applied degree programs, 28 bachelor programs, 20 masters programs, 6 doctoral programs, and 5 professional programs, with a variety of disciplines in the fields of business, economy, social sciences, law, engineering, mathematics, natural sciences, pharmacy, medicine and many others.
Disclaimer: This information is valid for the Academic Year of 2025/2026 and is subject to change depending on the policies in Universitas Islam Indonesia
| Academic Degree |
| M.I.Kom. – Master (S2) |
| Duration of Study |
| 4 semesters (estimated full-time study) |
| Campus Location |
| Soekiman Wirdjosandjojo Building Main Campus Jln. Kaliurang km 14.5, Yogyakarta 55584 PO Box 75 |
| Accreditation |
| National Accreditation: ❯ BAN-PT International Accreditation : ❯ – |
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