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MQA/PA 0541 KPT/R2/213/6/0310 | (08/2029)
January, May and September
The focus of the Bachelor of Graphic Design (Honours) programme is on the job market. Students will graduate with a strong portfolio of practical work and will be industry-ready to produce effective materials for print or online publishing. The programme starts with a foundation period in which students will learn about design principles, drawing skills, typography, creativity and idea development. Students will improve their software knowledge by doing practical work throughout the programme using the Adobe Creative Suite. They will then learn how to apply their designs on print, digital, or interactive platforms with the right media.
The course starts with a foundation period in which students will learn about design principles, drawing skills, typography, creativity, and idea development. History of Design and Graphic Design are also covered and will reflect on the students as a background knowledge and inspiration for their future work.
Students will improve their software knowledge by doing practical work throughout the course using the Adobe Creative Suite. They will then learn how to apply their designs on print, digital, or interactive platforms with the right media.
There are three (3) Major Studio projects and a compulsory internship, which will prepare students to deal with the industry, giving them real-life situations to work with.
Students will learn what to expect when working in a studio, developing and selling their ideas, meeting with clients and dealing with deadlines. Students will graduate with a strong portfolio of different art forms and will be able to create artwork for printed media like magazines, outdoor media like installation art or even advertisements for digital platforms.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
|---|---|---|
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– Design Principle |
– Digital Image Processing – Drawing for Designers – Visual Exploration – Historical and Critical Studies |
– Print Media and Graphic Design – Screenplay and Storyboarding – U2: Creative Thinking / Bahasa Kebangsaan A – Web Design |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
|---|---|---|
| – Project Management – Digital and Applied Illustration – Digital Photography – U1: Ethics Appreciation and Civilisation /Philosophy and Current Issue – U3: Malaysian Innovation |
– Integrated Design Project – Motion Graphics – Identity System Design – UI/UX Design |
– Environmental Graphic Design – Advertising Design – Packaging Design – Sustainable Design |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
|---|---|---|
| – Final Major Project 01 – Graphic Design and Society – U1: Philosophy and Current Issue / Malay Language Communication 2 – U4: Community Service |
– Final Major Project 02 – Professional Practice – Law for the Creative Industries – Entrepreneurship and New Business Development |
– Industry Experience |
*The programme module structure shown on this page is based on Intake A. The module is subject to change.
*The MPU Modules are translated to English. Please visit [here] for the original module name.
STPM: Full Pass in 2 subjects
A-Level: Full Pass in 2 subjects
UEC: 5Bs
Foundation / Matriculation: min. CGPA 2.00
Diploma / Advance Diploma: min. CGPA 2.00
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”
– Advertising Art Director
– Editorial Designer
– Illustrator
– Website Designer
– Branding and Packaging Designer
– Communication Designer
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