Master of Communication and Culture, XMUM

03/04/2026

We are pleased to share that the Dean of the School of Communication, Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong, will serve as a co-host of the 6th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication, taking place on 12–13 November in Bali, Indonesia.

All postgraduate students are warmly encouraged to participate and present their media research, research proposals, or dissertation work at the conference. A special discounted registration rate will be available for participants from our co-hosting institution.

For more information, please visit the conference webpage:

The 6th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication (MSDC 2026) explores the transformative power of media in a rapidly evolving

03/04/2026

Call for book chapter submissions for those interested in contributing to the edited volume Algorithmic Screen Culture and the Platformization of Global Media. The book, edited by myself, is planned for publication by the end of 2026 or early 2027.
Please click the link below to submit your chapter proposal:
https://www.igi-global.com/.../call-for.../call-details/9896

06/01/2026

We are pleased to announce the publication of "Cultural Transformation and Disruption Through Media and Communication" (December 2025), edited by Professor Wang Changsong, Dean of School of Communication, Xiamen University Malaysia. The volume examines how media and communication both reflect and actively shape processes of cultural transformation in contemporary societies.
He authored the opening chapter, which advances a critical perspective by rethinking communication not as a neutral conduit, but as a contested social practice embedded in relations of power, resistance, and change.

For more information about the book, please visit:

The evolution of media and communication technologies transforms global cultures, disrupting traditional norms, reshaping identities, and altering how people connect, consume information, and engage with society. From social media platforms and streaming services to instant messaging and digital act...

28/11/2025

On 20–21 November, the 5th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication (MSDC2025) was held in Bangkok, Thailand. Chaired by Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong, Dean of the School of Communication at Xiamen University Malaysia, this year’s conference centred on the theme “Media and Communication in a World Reimagined”.

Bringing together more than 70 presenters from over 20 countries, the conference featured both physical and virtual presentations. The programme included three keynote speeches, six plenary sessions, one invited guest talk, and two workshops, delivered by distinguished scholars and experts from institutions across the globe.

The conference will return to Malaysia in 2026. Stay tuned for updates via our official website: https://themediasci.com

20/10/2025

Once, you were Student No.001.
Once, our MCC classes were filled with unstoppable discussions.
Once, we shared laughter and birthdays in the café.
Once, there were countless struggles in publishing your thesis.

And today, on September 20, 2025
you have made history —
becoming the pioneering graduates of our Master of Communication and Culture programme.

The legacy of our postgraduate community in the School of Communication, Xiamen University Malaysia will continue to grow stronger because of you.
May you always remember to share your next chapter with us. 💫

04/07/2025

🎓 Congratulations to Our Master's Graduates!
We are proud to celebrate four outstanding students from the 3rd cohort of the Master of Communication and Culture, graduating in June 2025.
👏 Congratulations to:
- Chong Jia Hui
- Ng Wen Zhi
- Sun Jing Wen
- Woon Pei Ying

A special shoutout to their dedicated supervisors:
Professor Dr Wang Changsong, Associate Professor Ahadzadeh Ashrafsadat, Assistant Professor Prasana Rosaline Fernandez, Assistant Professor Tan Poh Ling, and Assistant Professor Dr Sang Kun.

🎓 Interested in joining the next cohort?
Visit our program page to learn more and register: https://www.xmu.edu.my/PostgraduateProgramme/list.htm

13/06/2025

🎉 Congratulations to MARKLEN DICKSON ROGER, a student of the Master of Communication and Culture program, for winning First Prize in the Poster Presentation competition!
His research, titled "Instagram Influencers' Source Credibility on Gadget Product Purchase Intention Among Indonesian Gen Z: The Mediating Role of Parasocial Interaction," explores how influencer trustworthiness and expertise impact consumer behavior.

📲 Curious to learn more? Read the full story here:
🔗 https://www.xmu.edu.my/2025/0610/c16257a492530/page.htm

13/06/2025

📣 Exciting Announcement!
Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong, Dean of the School of Communication, will serve as the Conference Chair for the 5th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication (MSDC), to be held on 20-21 November 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand.

🌏 Recognized as one of the largest international conferences in the region within the field of media and communication studies, the event offers:

🎓 Pre-conference workshops
🧑‍💻 Hybrid participation (onsite & online)
📚 Multiple publication opportunities

Don’t miss the chance to connect with global scholars, researchers, and industry experts.

🔗 Learn more and get involved: https://themediasci.com

Abstract Submissions open until - 17th of June 2025
View Tracks: https://themediasci.com/call-for-papers/
Submission Link: https://themediasci.com/abstract-submission/ -abstract

27/03/2025

The 5th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication (MSDC) co-hosted by School of Communication, Xiamen University Malaysia, is now open for submissions. The conference will take place on November 20-21, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand.

For more information, please visit the conference website:

Participate in MSDC 2025, the premier conference in Bangkok, Thailand, on November 20-21, 2025, focusing on 'Media and Communication in a World Reimagined.' Connect with global experts and explore the future of media science.

16/09/2024

Dr. Wang Changsong has published an editorial titled "Exploring the Interdisciplinary Intersection of Communication and Culture in Today's Mediated World." This editorial marks a significant milestone following his appointment as Associate Editor for a special issue of Frontiers in Communication. The topic is inspired by the Master of Communication and Culture program offered by the School. The issue, which began in May 2023, took over a year of dedicated effort to complete.

The full issue can be found at the link below:
https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/55966/exploring-the-interdisciplinary-intersection-of-communication-and-culture-in-todays-mediated-world/articles

09/06/2024

Time really does fly! it's already my 4th year chairing the International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication 🌐✨ But this year, things are looking even more exciting! Here's what's different:

🌴 We're taking the conference to one of Asia's most enchanting tourist destinations - Bali, Indonesia!
📚 Plus, we've got some incredible publication opportunities, including special issues with journals by Taylor and Francis (WoS & Scopus).
🤝 I'm thrilled to announce we now have a co-chair joining us starting this year!

If you're as excited as I am about these updates and want to join us at the conference, don't forget to use my network discount code for registration: RPN-MSDC100. Let's make this year's MSDC unforgettable together!

Conference website: https://themediasci.com