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The 21st century communication designer is one who not only develops a message content for printed or electronic media, with emphasis on aesthetics in media, but also has the ability to create new media channels to ensure the message reaches its target... Read more audience. This programme aims to nurture passionate, creative thinkers who have a good understanding of key communication and information design concepts towards the application of these to new design trends and projects. It builds on and values the understanding of historical and contextual referencing and the capability to source for original materials through research. You will be engaging with traditional areas of communication as well as having access to cutting edge design, technology, software and digital media. From a broader perspective, you will be encouraged to not only develop your individual creative skills, but also your teamwork and networking skills through participation in creative collaboration teams. On successful completion of the programme, graduates will also be awarded a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.Read less
Program overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The 21st century communication designer is one who not only develops a message content for printed or electronic media, with emphasis on aesthetics in media, but also has the ability to create new media channels to ensure the message reaches its target... Read more audience. This programme aims to nurture passionate, creative thinkers who have a good understanding of key communication and information design concepts towards the application of these to new design trends and projects. It builds on and values the understanding of historical and contextual referencing and the capability to source for original materials through research. You will be engaging with traditional areas of communication as well as having access to cutting edge design, technology, software and digital media. From a broader perspective, you will be encouraged to not only develop your individual creative skills, but also your teamwork and networking skills through participation in creative collaboration teams. On successful completion of the programme, graduates will also be awarded a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.Read less
Admission Requirements
8+
24+
6+
55+
80+
Entry Requirements
STPM - Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals) and a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu
A-Level - Minimum 8 points (Minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects)
Note: For A-Level points calculation
A = 10 points
B = 8 points
C = 6 points
D = 4 points
E = 2 points
Australian Matriculation - ATAR 55%
Canadian Matriculation - 55%
Monash University Foundation Year - 55%
Sunway Foundation in Science Technology - CGPA 2.00
Unified Examination Certificate - Maximum 28 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)
International Baccalaureate - Completed with 24 points (excluding bonus points)
Sunway Diploma in Related Field - CAVG 50% or CGPA 2.0 *Sunway Diploma holders may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.
Other Qualifications - Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-to-case basis
APEL.A - An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning)
Portfolio Requirements - Pass a Portfolio review by the University
Why is a Portfolio Necessary?
A portfolio provides some indication of your ability in design and allows us to assess your creative potential.
What should a Portfolio contain?
A portfolio should contain 5 - 15 examples of your own original creative work. Its purpose is to demonstrate how you express your concepts through media. Any form of media is acceptable. Photographs, drawings and 3-D work will be accepted as digital photographs. For media work, links to streaming sites such as Vimeo, YouTube or SoundCloud are acceptable. Otherwise, Video files must be H.264 QuickTime file. Games or other applications must be playable on both Macintosh and Windows operating systems.
English Language Requirements
IELTS or equivalent 6.0
MUET Band 4
SPM English B3 or B+
UEC English B4
O-Level English (1119) Credit
Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
ESL / English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English
3 Years
Jan
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
36,000 USD
International
8,257 USD
Scholarships
Sunway University Postgraduate by Research Scholarship
Sunway University Postgraduate by Research Scholarship
BA (Hons) Design Communication
No. 5, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway, MY, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
# 201-260QS Subject Rankings
36 monthsProgram duration
8,257 USDTuition Fee/year
2Scholarships
Program overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Read more audience.
This programme aims to nurture passionate, creative thinkers who have a good understanding of key communication and information design concepts towards the application of these to new design trends and projects. It builds on and values the understanding of historical and contextual referencing and the capability to source for original materials through research. You will be engaging with traditional areas of communication as well as having access to cutting edge design, technology, software and digital media. From a broader perspective, you will be encouraged to not only develop your individual creative skills, but also your teamwork and networking skills through participation in creative collaboration teams.
On successful completion of the programme, graduates will also be awarded a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University. Read less
Program overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Read more audience.
This programme aims to nurture passionate, creative thinkers who have a good understanding of key communication and information design concepts towards the application of these to new design trends and projects. It builds on and values the understanding of historical and contextual referencing and the capability to source for original materials through research. You will be engaging with traditional areas of communication as well as having access to cutting edge design, technology, software and digital media. From a broader perspective, you will be encouraged to not only develop your individual creative skills, but also your teamwork and networking skills through participation in creative collaboration teams.
On successful completion of the programme, graduates will also be awarded a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University. Read less
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
Note: For A-Level points calculation
*Sunway Diploma holders may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.
Portfolio Requirements - Pass a Portfolio review by the University
Why is a Portfolio Necessary?
What should a Portfolio contain?
English Language Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
Sunway University Postgraduate by Research Scholarship
Value
100% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
1 Jul 2025
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
Sunway University Taught Masters Scholarship
Value
50% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
1 Jul 2025
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
QS subject rankings
Subject: Art and Design
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