BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Key Modules

• 1Art History
• 2Life Drawing
• 3Graphic and Image Editing
• 4Packaging & Display Design
• 5Visual Communication
• 6University Life (MPU-U2)
• 7Typography 1
• 8Basic Photography
• 9Brand Design & Campaign
• 10Introduction to Multimedia
• 11Extra-Curricular Learning Experiences 1 (MPU-U4)
• 12Elective: Choose One
• 13Film Studies
• 14Introduction to Advertising
• 15Introduction to Public Speaking
• 16Fundamentals of Marketing
• 17Design and Layout
• 18Typography 2
• 19Web Design
• 20Information & Environmental Design
• 21Multimedia Design 1
• 22Design for Industry
• 23Religions in Malaysia (MPU-U3)
• 24Proposal Writing
• 25Digital Visual Presentation
• 26Practical Training
• 27Extra Curricular Learning Experiences 2 (MPU-U4)
• 28Post-Production
• 29Customer Communication
• 30E-Marketing
• 31Entrepreneurship
• 32Multimedia Design 2
• 33Design Major Project 1
• 34Research Project
• 35Intellectual Properties
• 36Portfolio
• 37Design Major Project 2
• 38Extra-Curricular Learning Experiences 3 (MPU-U4)
• 39Industry Placement
• 40Design for Motion Graphic
• 41Branding
• 42Media Planning & Management
• 43Integrated Marketing Communications
• 44Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
• 45(Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
• 46Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
• 47(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
• 48Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
• 49(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)

Entry Requirements

• Minimum FIVE (5) Credits
• Minimum Grade C in TWO (2) Subjects (GP 2.00)
• Minimum Grade D in TWO (2) Subjects (GP 2.00)
• International Baccalaureate (IB)
• Minimum score of 26/42 credits from SIX (6) Subjects
• Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/AUSMAT/ SACE/ TEE/ NTCE/WACE
• Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average in five (5) subjects inclusive of:
• One Science subject
• National Matriculation
• Minimum CGPA of 2.0
• Other Qualifications Equivalent to STPM/A-Level by MQA
• Minimum average score of 60%
• Advance Diploma (Level 5, MQF)
• Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM)
• Minimum Grade of Jayyid
• Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM)/Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM)
• Subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board's approval
• Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM)
• Other Qualifications Recognised by the Malaysian Government
• Case-by-case basis
• Portfolio Assessment
• Minimum 6 pieces of artwork are required for review
• Note for Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) and Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM):
• The HEPs are to conduct screening and provide necessary guidance specific to the discipline of the programme; OR other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised the Malaysia Government AND pass an interview (online / virtual / conventional) OR submission of student’s portfolio, to be determined by the HEP as required.
• Entry Requirements for Foundation Year
• Minimum 5 credits
• Minimum 3 credits
• Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM / A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
• Minimum overall average of 50%
• Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM / O-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
• Minimum overall average of 60%
• **Equivalency of qualification in accordance to Malaysian Qualification Agency Standards
• Academic Requirements
• English Language Requirements
• For Local Students
• SPM English Language
• SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
• UEC English Language
• In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
• For International Students

Career Prospects

• The graduates are equipped and ready for the industry in the areas of:
• Advertising Agencies
• Multimedia Labs
• Design Studios
• Desktop Publishers
• Photography Studios
• Corporate Art Departments
• Television Network Stations
• Packaging Companies