DMC - Department of Media and Communication

Department of Media and Communication (DMC) was established in 2001 as the first academic training centre for communication, journalism, and media in Cambodia.

Since its inception, DMC has received funding from Konrad Adenauer Foundation and technical support from German Development Service (DED), German Academic Exchange Program (DAAD), Ohio University, Mittweida University, University of Hamburg, Ateneo de Manila University, and DW. Throughout the years, DMC has evolved from merely a school for undergraduate course in media and communication into a mor

e dynamic institute in terms of teaching and learning, social issues, and research. We have at the moment a balanced mix of international and local educators, are running Cambodia Communication Institute as a journalism training center, and have regularly been organizing workshops for working professionals in such topics as online blogging, community media, journalism for peace and development, and documentary production. Within eight years, we have produced dozens of graduates, and a considerable number of our graduates are now communication professionals in various organizations including UNDP, PSI and Action Aid; program producers including with BBC World Trust Service and ABC Radio Australia; and journalists for local print media working on subjects ranging from politics to economy, and entertainment to social issues. These individuals have increasingly been involved and in certain instances taken the lead, through their work, in many aspects of Cambodia’s development including, but not limited to, social conditions of the poor and vulnerable, environment, governance and education. Moreover, DMC itself has received an 18-month grant for a research project on the perception and applications of the Internet for knowledge building among students. The research aspect of DMC’s vision does not end here though, while it aims to thrive also as a dynamic research ground in media and social domains. Through its work and its intellectual offspring, i.e. graduates, DMC has grown more mature and been making impact, though modest, in a number of ways. We envision a more dynamic role DMC will play in the course of national development, a role where DMC could contribute to a sustainable and inclusive development with respect for the basic rights Cambodians are entitled to. With this in mind, DMC’s media and social programs will be a closer step towards contributing to the nation’s development, through its media content production expertise and media research capacity.

11/05/2026

👏 Congratulations to our student from DMC Batch 25, Phin Sayya, who has begun an internship as a reporter at Kiripost. We wish her great success on this journey!

We are excited to welcome Phin Sayya, a Batch 1 trainee from the Kiripost Digital Journalism Training Program, who officially begins her internship with Kiripost today as a reporter.

Welcome to the team, Sayya 👏

11/05/2026

[DMC Alumni's 25th Anniversary Video]

Check out the DMC 25th Anniversary celebration video from Mr. Chey Sambath (Batch 5), currently the Chief Executive Officer at BlackBox +.

09/05/2026

[DMC Alumni's 25th Anniversary Video]

Check out the DMC 25th Anniversary celebration video from Ms. Chan Phalkun (Batch 12), currently the Media Officer at the EU Delegation to Cambodia.

08/05/2026

[Message from GIZ Cambodia]

We are honored to share a video message for the DMC 25th Anniversary from Mr. Manuel Erbenich, Program Coordinator of the Civil Peace Service, GIZ Cambodia.

Photos from DMC - Department of Media and Communication's post

08/05/2026

👨‍🏫 A full-day workshop on "Lighting in Filmmaking," the 3rd Chaktomuk Film Insight, held at the Department of Media and Communication, RUPP, on May 7, 2026.

This workshop focused on lighting in filmmaking, taught by Mr. Richard Chen, an expert fashion and commercial videographer from Singapore. He shared knowledge about lighting use and group lighting practices, especially how to use an app to control lighting settings remotely or set them to presets. And it was these direct practices that created a fun, lively, and knowledge-filled atmosphere.

Special thanks to the Chaktomuk Short Film Festival and Mr. Richard Chen for making this full-day workshop happen at the DMC! This session helped our students gain a better understanding of lighting techniques to enhance their future projects✨

07/05/2026

[Message from KAS Cambodia]

We are honored to share a video message for the DMC 25th Anniversary from Ms. Natalie Russmann, Country Director of KAS Cambodia.

07/05/2026

"DAAD has been proud to strengthening quality journalism in Cambodia – with German expertise and partnership." 🌟

As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, Mr. Felix Wagenfeld, Director of the DAAD Regional Office Hanoi, reflects on the depth of expertise and partnership built in Cambodia since 2002. He mentioned that seeing DMC graduates go on to shape Cambodia's media landscape and public discourse has made this a very meaningful partnership in the region.

06/05/2026

[Message from Chairman of DMC Advisory Council]

We are honored to share a video message for the DMC 25th Anniversary from H.E. Dr. Som Ratana, Undersecretary of State of the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports, and Chairman of DMC Advisory Council.

06/05/2026

🎉💙 For 25 years, the Department of Media and Communication at the Royal University of Phnom Penh has grown with purpose, transformed with vision, and remained committed to academic excellence. This year, we celebrate a legacy that continues to shape the future. Rooted in excellence. Ready for the future.

02/05/2026

📸🎉 DMC Alumni Gathering & 25th Anniversary Celebration. 💙

On April 30, 2026, the Department of Media and Communication (DMC) of the Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP) hosted the DMC Alumni Gathering & 25th Anniversary Celebration.

The celebration brought together our university and faculty management and offices, the Advisory Council, DMC industry and development partners, former heads of department, department staff, lecturers, alumni, and current students.

Together, we reconnected and connected, shared cherished memories, and celebrated the remarkable growth of our DMC family throughout this incredible 25-year journey. We reflected on how far we have come and looked ahead to the exciting road that lies before us.

Rooted in excellence, ready for the future — 25 years of steadfast commitment to transforming media education in Cambodia.

Photos by: Sokheng and Vouchngim

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Telephone

(855) 23 88 44 08

Website

http://dmc-cci.edu.kh/

Address

Department Of Media And Communication, Confederation De La Russie
Phnom Penh
TOULKORK,PHNOMPENH12156

Opening Hours

Monday	07:30 - 11:30
	14:00 - 17:30
Tuesday	07:30 - 11:30
	14:00 - 17:30
Wednesday	07:30 - 11:30
	14:00 - 17:30
Thursday	07:30 - 11:30
	14:00 - 17:30
Friday	07:30 - 11:30
	14:00 - 17:30
Saturday	07:30 - 11:30