Diploma in Multimedia Design

  Institution: Taylor’s University

This programme requires students to investigate the creative application of current and emerging technologies to push the boundaries of producing effective, engaging and impactful communication. While the understanding and use of technology is key, the course also emphasises on students’ design and creative problem-solving capabilities.

Students will learn to conceptualise and create digital pieces that inform and engage users. Using the latest in digital technology and emerging media, they will creatively integrate the elements of text, audio, graphics, animation, video and interactive features.

Learning is anchored to project work, providing a deep understanding of current global industry practices and a seamless transition to the working world.

Strong Multimedia Design Foundation

• Ability to produce highly-engaging visual content for interactive platforms, via modules such as Interactive & Web Design, Digital Electronic Publishing and Digital Video & Sound.
• Gain expertise in animation production through modules such as Animation Fundamentals, 3D Animation, 3D Modelling, Flash Games and Storyboarding.
• Final design project undertaken in the final semester combines all prior learning, and is reviewed by a panel of industry experts.

Exposure to Business and Entrepreneurship

• Understanding of design strategies and its impact on business objectives via modules such as Marketing Principles & Practice and Entrepreneurship.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

• Valuable exposure through participation in field trips and industry site visits that enhance learning.

Dynamic Internship Programme

• 7-week industrial training to develop practical and relevant skills for future employment.

Entry Requirements:

• Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/O Level: Min. 3 credits including a pass in Bahasa Melayu and Art or Visual Aptitude Test (VAT)
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Min. 3Bs
• Other Qualifications: Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

English Requirements

• IELTS: Band 6.0
• TOEFL: 79 (Internet Based Test)
• MUET: Band 4
• UEC English: B4

Students who have completed a full year preparatory / foundation study in English may be exempted from meeting the English requirements.

Source: Taylor’s University