Overview
The Diploma in Graphic Design provides students with a solid foundation in art and design, placing specific emphasis on graphic design. The programme focuses on equipping students with industry-related skills and technical knowledge to produce static visuals that communicate with their intended target markets.
About the Programme
Assessments
Presentations, quizzes, tests, mid-term exams, final year exams, folio and assignments, among others.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
SPM
Minimum THREE (3) Credits
O-Level
Minimum Grade C in THREE (3) Subjects
STPM
Minimum Grade C in TWO (2) Subjects (GP 2.00)
A-Level
Minimum Grade D in TWO (2) Subjects
UEC
Minimum Grade B in THREE (3) Subjects
SKV
SKM Level 3 in related field. Pass in SPM with 1 Credit
Portfolio Assessment
Minimum 3 pieces of artwork are required for review
Other Equivalent Qualification
Which are recognised by the Malaysian Government
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
MUET
Band 3
SPM English Language
Grade B+
SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade C
UEC English Language
Grade A2
- In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For International Students
MUET
Band 3.0
IELTS
4
Pearson Test of English
36
TOEFL IBT
30 – 31
TOEFL Essentials
5
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
140
- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00920) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and / or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
- The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement may be advised by Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.
Courses Offered
- Fundamental of Drawing 1
- Fundamental of Painting
- Principles of Design
- History of Art and Design
- Creative Thinking Skills
- Extra-curricular Learning Experiences 1 (MPU-U4)
- Fundamental of Drawing II
- Study Skills & Employability (MPU-U2)
- Typography
- Design Communication
- Business Communication
- Editorial Design
- Print Production
- Digital Photography
- Brand Communication Design
- Packaging & Display Design
- Marketing & Consumer Behaviour
- Digital Multimedia Design
- Design Contextual Studies
- Extra-curricular Learning Experiences 2 (MPU-U4)
- Promotional Design Campaign
- Motion Graphics
- Corporate Literature
- Interactive Web Technology
- Business Law – Malaysian Perspective
- Portfolio Project
- Ideation & Innovation
For Malaysian students:
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
For foreign students:
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme are able to find career opportunities in the following:
- Advertising Agencies
- Multimedia Labs
- Design Studios
- Corporate Art Departments
- Television Network Stations
- Animation Houses