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Fields of Study: Arts and Design

by StudyMalaysia.com on March 17, 2017

Do you like arts and design; and enjoy music, dance, paintings, performing and/or creating things particularly because you have an artistic or creative talent?
Arts and Design

What’s It About ?

The arts is the study of creating and performing works of art, music, dance and drama; and includes the study of design. This field aims to develop an understanding of the artistic and technical aspects of the creation, production and performance of music, dance and drama, as well as of design and craft. It also includes the study of the history, development and theory of performing arts, fine arts, visual arts, design and more.

In performing arts you will acquire the skills to arrange, transcribe and conduct musical compositions and scores, play musical instruments, sing as a soloist or member of a group. You may learn to critique, choreograph and produce performances. In design and fine arts, you will use techniques to harmonise line, colour, design and form; develop ideas for artistic presentation; and select artistic media, methods and materials to produce artistic objects and creations.


Possible Occupations

  • Actors
  • Agents and Business
  • Managers
  • Art, Drama, and Music Teachers
  • Choreographers
  • Cinematographer
  • Commercial and Industrial Designers
  • Craft Artists
  • Creative Directors
  • Curators
  • Dancers
  • Directors
  • Directors- Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, and Radio
  • Event Managers
  • Exhibition Designers
  • Fashion Buyers
  • Fashion Designers
  • Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
  • Interior Designers
  • Make-up Artists
  • Model Designers
  • Music Composers and Arrangers
  • Music Directors
  • Musicians
  • Photographers
  • Poets, Lyricists and Creative Producers (TV, Film, Radio and Print)
  • Productions Managers
  • Program Directors
  • Set and Exhibit Designers
  • Singers
  • Talent Directors
  • Visual Display Artists
  • Writers and Authors
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Courses Offered In This Field

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Study Arts and Design in Malaysia

Study Arts and Design in Malaysia

Is performing in front of an audience something you enjoy doing? Are you artistic, creative or musically inclined? Are you a visual person? This could be the field of study for you.

Career Options in Arts and Design

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So You Wanna Be a Fashion Designer

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So You Wanna Be a Graphic Designer

So You Wanna Be a Graphic Designer

If you have lots of creative ideas, and you enjoy using text and images to communicate with others, this could be the job for you. Graphic designers enjoy the challenge of coming up with attractive designs to captivate their audience's attention.

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Venturing Into Interior Design

Today, interior design is an essential part to every day modern living as there is a high demand of living with style because of our lifestyle has improved with better economic opportunities mushrooming around us. Read more here.

Must-Read Articles on Arts and Design

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How Much You Should Expect To Be Paid When You Graduate In Arts / Media / Communication

If you’ve just graduated or will be graduating soon, you might be wondering how much salary to expect when applying for your first job in Arts / Media / Communication. Here is a guide to the average salary of entry level job in Malaysia for Arts / Media / Communication according to JobStreet.com’s 2017 salary report.

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Is There A Hidden Artistic Side In You?

Do you appreciate art? Do you like music, dance, paintings, performing, and creating things? Have you ever wondered if you could be an artist? If you’re wondering what opportunities there could be in the arts and design field, why not begin by experiencing if first hand as a spectator? Here are some interesting things happening in June and July to get you started.

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Source: Education Guide Malaysia 14th Ed.

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