The Diploma in Visual Communication gives students the theoretical and practical design knowledge and skills needed to become professionals in the graphic design industry. Students hone their capabilities in devising creative and practical solutions through studio-based learning projects, combined with critical thinking, conceptualisation and computer software skills.
Career Opportunities
– Graphic Designer
– Brand Identity Designer
– Print and Publication Designer
– Packaging Designer
– Wayfinding System Designer
– Video and Photographer
– Web Designer
– Motion Graphic Designer
– Digital Illustration Artist
– Freelancer
Programme Modules
| – Academic Writing – Academic Reading – English for Communication – Foundation Sketching and Drawing for Designers – History of 20th Century Design and Culture |
– Ethics Appreciation and Civilisation / Malay Language Communication 1 – Design Principles – Gen-AI for Design Exploration – Digital Image Processing |
– Teamwork and Leadership / Bahasa Kebangsaan A – Storyboard & Art Direction – Fundamentals of Typography – Digital Photography |
| – Digital and Applied Illustration – Wayfinding System Design – Creative Techniques – Publication Design |
– Video & Motion Graphic – Packaging Design – Web Design – Identity System Design |
– Integrity and Anti-corruption – Creative Portfolio Design – Final Project |
| – Internship |
Entry Requirements
SPM: Credits in 3 subjects
O-level: Credits in 3 subjects
UEC: Grade B in 3 subjects
Others: Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysia Government which will be considered on a case by case basis
Additional Requirement: Pass RU Portfolio Assessment and Interview
Malaysian Student
English Requirement
MALAYSIAN ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
No Minimum English Requirement
* A Learning Assistance Sessions (LAS) (from Week 7 to Week 12) will be provided at no cost if the student failed the English assessment in week 4
International Student
English Requirement
INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
IELTS: 4.0
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 5
TOEFL iBT: 30-31
PTE: 36
MUET: Band 3
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 140
