Overview
The BA (Hons) Graphic Design embraces a philosophy that respects the lineage of design while keeping in mind the demanding needs of design for tomorrow’s industry. Focusing on conceptual problem-solving, creativity, formal design and even cutting-edge design for 6 multimedia, the programme’s curriculum revolves around the practice of design.
* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2020. (Source: ge.mohe.gov.my/)
Academic Requirements
STPM / A-Level
Minimum 2 principals
UEC
Minimum 5 credits
International Baccalaureate
Minimum score of 26/42 points from 6 subjects
National Matriculation
Minimum CGPA of 2.0
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM / A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum Average 60%
UCSI Foundation
Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.0
Diploma
Minimum CGPA 2.0
*Pass Portfolio Assessment.
Entry Requirements for Foundation Year
SPM / O-Level
Minimum 5 credits
UEC
Minimum 3 credits
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM / A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum overall average of 50%
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM / O-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum overall average of 60%
**Equivalency of qualification in accordance to Malaysian Qualification Agency Standards
Note / Legend:
Discretion is given to the Head of School to deal with applicants who have results borderline to the Academic Requirements.
SPM Credit – 'A+' to 'C'O-Level Credit – 'A' to 'C'
UEC Credit – 'A1' to 'B6'
STPM principal – 'A' to 'C'
A-Level principal – 'A' to 'E'
English Language Requirements
For Local Students (Diploma and Degree)
- English language competency requirements are as follows: Minimum grade of B+ in SPM English Language; or a minimum grade of C in SPM English Language 1119/O-Level English/IGCSE; or a minimum grade of A2 in UEC English language; or minimum Band 3 of MUET.
- 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 (Degree)
- English language competency requirements are as follows: Minimum Band 3 in MUET (Malaysian University English Test); or a minimum Band 5.0 in IELTS; or a minimum score of 500 in TOEFL (Paper based); or a minimum score of 40 in TOEFL (Internet based); or a minimum score of 180 in Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE); or a minimum score of 180 in Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE); or a minimum score of 42 in Pearson Test of English.
- 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.
- Art History
- Life Drawing
- Graphic and Image Editing
- Packaging & Display Design
- Visual Communication
- University Life (MPU-U2)
- Typography 1
- Basic Photography
- Brand Design & Campaign
- Introduction to Multimedia
- Extra-Curricular Learning Experiences 1 (MPU-U4)
Elective: Choose One
- Film Studies
- Introduction to Advertising
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Design and Layout
- Typography 2
- Web Design
- Information & Environmental Design
- Multimedia Design 1
- Design for Industry
- Religions in Malaysia (MPU-U3)
- Proposal Writing
- Digital Visual Presentation
- Practical Training
- Extra Curricular Learning Experiences 2 (MPU-U4)
Elective: Choose One
- Post-Production
- Customer Communication
- E-Marketing
- Entrepreneurship
- Multimedia Design 2
- Design Major Project 1
- Research Project
- Intellectual Properties
- Portfolio
- Design Major Project 2
- Extra-Curricular Learning Experiences 3 (MPU-U4)
- Industry Placement
Elective: Choose One
- Design for Motion Graphic
- Branding
- Media Planning & Management
- Integrated Marketing Communications
- Ethnic Relations
- Islamic Civilisation and Asian Civilisation
- Malaysian Studies
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
The graduates are equipped and ready for the industry in the areas of:
- Advertising Agencies
- Multimedia Labs
- Design Studios
- Desktop Publishers
- Photography Studios
- Corporate Art Departments
- Television Network Stations
- Packaging Companies
| IDP Programme | Pathway | University | Country | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Graphic Design | 2+1 / 1+2 | Middlesex University | United Kingdom | £ 9250 |
| BA (Hons) Graphic Design / Animation / Graphic Design & Animation / Photography | 1+2 | University of Huddersfield | United Kingdom | £ 9250 |
| BA (Hons) Graphic Design | 1+2 / 2+1 | University of Hertfordshire | United Kingdom |
For enquiry, please contact us at [email protected] or call us at +603 9101 8880 ext 2066.
