| Approval Code | N/213/7/0312; 06/2022 |
| Accreditation Code | MQA/PA8587 |
| Classification | Master |
| Subject Area | Art and Design |
| Course Mode | Full time and part time |
| Course Duration | Full time: 1 year, part time: 3 years |
| Course Location | Kuala Lumpur |
| Intakes | January, May and September |
Master of Art and Design is a practice-based programme that requires students to provide solutions through innovative design thinking process. Disciplines covered are wide-ranging from multimedia, fine art, animation, graphic, and fashion, amongst others as stipulated under the scope of the creative industry.
Prospective students are required to look into current design issues that are relevant to the national initiatives and global trends in art and design. The programme is led by Professor Dato’ Dr Ahmad Hj. Zainuddin, a prominent design icon supported by qualified industrial-relevant academic staff.
De Institute of Creative Arts and Design produces award-winning students at the local and international levels. Our students being offered jobs upon graduation is a testament to the quality of our programme and curriculum.
- A Recognised Bachelor's Degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75;
or - A Recognised Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design or a relevant field or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with three years of working experience in an Art and Design field;
or - Equivalent qualification and/or experience which is recognised by the Senate / institution.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS minimum Band 5.0
- TOEFL (Paper based) 410 – 413
- TOEFL (Internet based) minimum 34
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) minimum score 160
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) minimum score 180
- Pearson Test of English minimum score 36
- MUET minimum Band 3
- Applicants with degrees and with proof of English Language as the medium of instruction are exempted from the above requirements upon faculty approval.
- Research Methodology
- Graduate Seminar
- Research Planning and Proposal Presentation
- Master Thesis I
- Master Thesis II with Project
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