Diploma in Graphic Design
About
The Diploma in Graphic Design at Sunway College Ipoh is approved and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and offers a quality learning experience guided by a qualified and experienced academic team. This program builds a strong foundation in graphic design, covering key areas such as corporate identity, publication design, environmental graphics, advertising, and multimedia applications. Students also develop fundamental skills in drawing, illustration, and typography, preparing them for creative excellence.
Through exposure to real-life projects in areas like packaging, branding, advertising, photography, and more, students gain valuable hands-on experience. The program prepares graduates for exciting roles in design houses, advertising agencies, or related departments within organizations. It also offers advanced entry into related programs at Sunway University, making it an ideal pathway for both career and academic growth.
Key facts
Qualification | Diploma |
Study mode | Full-time |
Duration | 2.5 years |
Intakes | January, April, August |
Total estimated cost (local) | S$ 10,074 |
Total estimated cost (foreign) | S$ 11,268 |
Subjects
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Art
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Creative Arts & Design
Duration
2.5 years
Tuition fees
Description | Local students | Foreign students |
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Tuition fee | S$ 9,910 | S$ 9,910 |
Miscellaneous fees | S$ 164 | S$ 1,358 |
Total estimated cost of attendance | S$ 10,074 | S$ 11,268 |
Estimated cost per year | S$ 4,029 | S$ 4,507 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
The students need to meet the following Entry Requirements:
- SPM/O-Level: Pass with minimum 3 credits including puss in Portrollo
- UEC: Pass with minimum 3 Grade Bs including a pass in Portfolio
- Certificate: Pass a Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 including a pass in Portfolio
- Pass a Portfolio review by Sunway College Ipoh
Curriculum
The following are the modules studied in the Diploma in Graphic Design program:
First Year
- Life Drawing
- Creative Studies I
- Principles of Design
- Basic Computer Graphic
- Typography
- Image Manipulation
- Figure Drawing
- Creative Studies II
- Art & Design History
- Packaging
- English for Business
- Basic Photography
- Illustration I
- Introduction to Advertising Design
- Study Skills
Second Year
- Electronic Publishing
- Illustration II
- Advanced Photography
- Corporate Identity
- Globalisation
- Communication Studies
- Animation
- Art Direction and Storyboarding
- Web Design
- Advertising Design
- Professional Studies and Portfolio Development
- Video Editing
- Community Service Learning
- Pengajian Malaysia
Third Year
- Final Project
- Practical Training