Program Overview

Diploma in Visual Communication

Study Pathway

• FOUNDATION IN LIBERAL ARTS (1 Year)
• DIPLOMA IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION (2 Years 4 Months) *Credit Transfer available
• BACHELOR OF GRAPHIC DESIGN (HONOURS) (3 Years)
• MASTER OF DESIGN (1 Year / Part-Time)
• DOCTORATE PROGRAMMES (3 - 6 Years / Part-Time)

Programme Details

Diploma in Visual Communication

• MQA/FA 4739 | KPT/R2/0211/4/0122 (07/2029)
• The Diploma in Visual Communication gives students the theoretical and practical design knowledge and skills needed to become professionals in the graphic design industry.
• Students hone their capabilities in devising creative and practical solutions through studio-based learning projects, combined with critical thinking, conceptualisation and computer software skills.

Programme Length

• 2 Years 4 Months

Programme Credit

• 90 Credit Hours

Intakes

• January / May / September

Presentation Showcase

Industrial Fieldtrip

Personalised Learning

Industry Project

Career Opportunities

• Graphic Designer
• Brand Identity Designer
• Print and Publication Designer
• Packaging Designer
• Wayfinding System Designer
• Video and Photographer
• Web Designer
• Motion Graphic Designer
• Digital Illustration Artist
• Freelancer

Programme Modules

YEAR 1

• Academic Writing
• Academic Reading
• English for Communication
• Foundation Sketching and Drawing for Designers
• History of 20th Century Design and Culture
• Ethics Appreciation and Civilisation / Malay Language Communication 1
• Design Principles
• Gen-AI for Design Exploration
• Digital Image Processing
• Teamwork and Leadership / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
• Storyboard & Art Direction
• Fundamentals of Typography
• Digital Photography

YEAR 2

• Digital and Applied Illustration
• Wayfinding System Design
• Creative Techniques
• Publication Design
• Video & Motion Graphic
• Packaging Design
• Web Design
• Identity System Design
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Creative Portfolio Design
• Final Project

YEAR 3

• Internship

Student Portfolio

• Noon Tea Festival
• Back to Memories 忆起
• SHAN HAI – Mystic Beast Tale Incarnation

Entry Requirements

Diploma in Visual Communication

• SPM: Credits in 3 subjects
• O-level: Credits in 3 subjects
• UEC: Grade B in 3 subjects
• 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

Malaysian Student

• English Requirement: No Minimum English Requirement
• A Learning Assistance Sessions (LAS) (from Week 7 to Week 12) will be provided at no cost if the student failed the English assessment in week 4

Fee Structure

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International Student

• English Requirement:
  • IELTS: 4.0
  • TOEFL Essentials (Online): 5
  • TOEFL iBT: 30-31
  • PTE: 36
  • MUET: Band 3
  • Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 140
• Fee Structure:
  • Application Fee: RM4,500
  • Admission Fee: RM11,000
  • Administration Fee: RM1,000
  • Indicative Tuition Fee: RM43,500
  • Total Fee: RM60,000 (Approx. USD 13,500)
• Contact us to receive the latest information about tuition fees.
• Click here to check the available scholarships.