FACULTY OF ARTS & DESIGN
VISUAL
COMMUNICATION
Diploma in Visual Communication
study pathway
Diploma in Visual Communication
DIPLOMA IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION
2 Years 4 Months
*Credit Transfer available
MASTER OF DESIGN
1 Year / Part-Time
DOCTORATE PROGRAMMES
3 - 6 Years / Part-Time
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
Career Opportunities
Diploma in Visual Communication
– 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
Diploma in Visual Communication
| – 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 |
| – 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 |
| – Internship |
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*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.
TAN Yuan Yi
Graphic Design (2017)
I am honoured to be studying Graphic Design in Raffles University as the university has given me a good platform to solidify what has been my passion since childhood. I have learnt ow to use my passion for design in a matured way and it makes me ready to face any challenges in the future
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
MALAYSIAN ENGLISH ENTRY 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
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International Student
INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
IELTS: 4.0
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 5
TOEFL iBT: 30-31
PTE: 36
MUET: Band 3
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 140
*Students who did not meet the English Requirement are required to take the RU English Preparation Programme (EPP) AND achieve the requirement of any equivalent English qualification.
Application Fee: RM4,500
Admission Fee: RM11,000
Indicative Tuition Fee: RM40, 050
Total Fee: RM55,550
(Approx. USD 12,000)
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