Diploma

Diploma in Graphic Design


 

Programme Overview:

This programme works as a key entry into the world of graphic design where it engages students with creative talent, guiding them to the next level through the training of strong technical skills in conceptual development and design processes. Students will indulge into creative areas such as advertising layout, illustration, typography, photography, commercial design, infographic, digital imaging with specialised skills in both print and digital media.

Duration:

2 Years 

Intake:

May

Campus:

Kuala Lumpur Main Campus (R/213/4/0139)(08/23)(AA 0084)

Academic Progression:

Graduates may be admitted into Year 2 of Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Graphic Design.

General Progression Route:

Programme Outline:
  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • Creative & Critical Thinking
  • Design Fundamentals
  • Drawing Dry Media
  • Introduction to Art
  • Basic Photography
  • Colour Studies
  • Design for Print
  • Introduction to Advertising
  • Drawing: Wet Media
  • Typography
  • Fundamentals of Web Page OR Introduction to Drama
  • Arts Law
  • Applied Photography
  • Drawing: Mixed Media
  • Digital Typography
  • Packaging Design
  • Digital Illustration OR Music Appreciation
  • Design for Creative Industry
  • Print Production
  • Commercial Design
  • Editorial Design
  • Exhibit Design
  • Graphic Design Final Project

Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:

  • English for Tertiary Studies, Academic English, Professional English, Pengajian Malaysia 2, Bahasa Kebangsaan A, Social & Work Etiquette, Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism, *Co-curricular

* MPU-2COQ Compulsory Co-curriculum Course to be taken in Year 2 Semester 2.

Minimum Entry Requirements:
Career Prospects:
  • Visualisers
  • Illustrators
  • Photographers
  • Signage Designers
  • Graphic Designers
  • In-House Designers
  • Character Designers
  • Typography Designers
  • Web Page Designers
  • General Merchandisers
  • Instructional Designers
  • Event Display Designers
  • Sale Promotion Designers
  • Support staff in Mass Media Organisation
  • Advertising Agencies & Publishing Agencies
  • Graduates may work in a range of profession related to advertising, publishing, packaging design or printing
Fees & Financial aids:

Estimated Total Fees: RM 18,500 (Malaysian Students), RM32,200 (International Students)

The estimated total fees may vary by 10%.

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  • Other scholarship

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Financial Aid

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Contact Information
Graphic Design
Mr Tan Tay Guan
Ext No.: 3497
Mr Jeremy Joseph Pinto
Ext No.: 3497

Contact Us


FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
JALAN GENTING KELANG
SETAPAK
53300 KUALA LUMPUR

TELEPHONE: +603-41450123 / 41450100
Ext no. 3583, 3532
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FAX: 603-41423166
EMAIL : fcci@tarc.edu.my

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