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Diploma in Graphic Design

R/214/4/0176 (MQA/FA8888) 02/27

Course Information

Mode: Onsite
Duration: 2 years 4 months
Intakes:

JAN, JUN, OCT
Campus: First City UC
Type: Full-time Study
Conducted in Malaysia: Yes
Level of Study: Diploma Level
Faculty: Faculty of Design & Built Environment
Awarding Country: Malaysia
Exam Body: Internal Diploma, Malaysia
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Course Overview

This programme prepares students for a career in the design industry. Students will be trained in conceptual thinking, practical skill sets and apply up-to-date software technologies under the supervision of highly qualified lecturers.

Students will undergo internships with various advertising, social media marketing, packaging, publication and exhibition companies.

The Programme objectives are to:

  1. Empower students with knowledge and technical competency in creative and vocational skills.
  2. Equip students with the ability to make informed decisions based on basic research and analysis of information
  3. Enable students to develop personal visual skills and vision through exciting and challenging practical projects
  4. Produce responsible and professional individuals and team players

Curriculum

YEAR 1

  • Color Studies
  • Drawing
  • Design Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Art History
  • English
  • Illustration
  • Typography
  • Photography
  • Digital Imaging
  • Visual Culture
  • Creative Studies
  • Graphic Design History
  • Introduction to Advertising Design

YEAR 2

  • Publication Design
  • Narrative Drawing
  • 2D Animation
  • Packaging Design
  • English for Communication
  • Digital Publication
  • Professional Practice
  • Motion Graphics
  • 3D Animation
  • Corporate Identity Design
  • Industry Placement
  • Industry Placement Simulation

YEAR 3

  • Design Showcase
  • Brand Communication
  • Design Major
  • Environmental Graphic Design

Entry Requirements

  • SPM – Minimum 3 credits OR Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3 with SPM 1 credit with a skill certificate in Art and Design
  • UEC – Minimum 3Bs
  • GCE O-LEVEL – Minimum 3 credits
  • OTHER QUALIFICATIONS – Other equivalent qualifications which are recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency
  • AND Pass Portfolio interview

Career Prospects

  • Graphic Design
  • Advertising
  • Print Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Publication Design
  • Branding & Identity Design
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Exhibition & Production
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Study Abroad Pathway

A fast track programme for SPM/O-Level holders. Upon successful completion, they will gain entry into Year 2 of our BA (Hons) in Graphic Design programme

  • All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.

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