Diploma in Graphic Design
Study level : DiplomaProgramme : MAIC
The Diploma in Graphic Design is a 2.5-year programme that combines ideas, art, and technology to communicate information visually to the audience. This programme covers an extensive range of areas: typography and editorial design, packaging design, illustration, desktop publishing and photography, and advertising design. Students will develop creative and compelling graphic works that communicate the client`s message. Students will also learn to analyse the demographic and psychographic profiles of the target audience. The programme also exposes students to a series of studio activities and design projects to help build their confidence and marketing acumen.
Entry Requirements
GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of FOUR (4) GCE O Level Credits (Grade A-C), OR
- Minimum of FOUR (4) IGCSE (Grade A-C), OR
- Minimum of FOUR (4) GCSE O Level (Grade A-C), OR
- MAIC Certificate in Business / Creative Design OR
- UMS (*) Certificate in Electronic Media Production/ Certificate in Art and Design OR
[Note: (*) - Applicants using the UMS qualification are subject to approval from the MAIC]
- BDTVEC Pre-National Diploma, OR
- BDTVEC Skill Certificate 3, OR
- National Technical Certificate (NTEC)
OTHER EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATIONS ACCREDITED BY BDNAC
- SQA National Certificate, OR
- NCC Education International Certificate, OR
- NCC Education Level 3 Diploma, OR
- Sijil Pelajaran Ugama Brunei (SPUB) (*), OR
(*) Subject to interview and portfolio submission (Diploma in Graphic Design)
- BTEC Level 2 from relevant courses (from IPTS), OR
- Any other qualifications accredited by the BDNAC/MKPK
FOR MATURE STUDENTS/APPLICANTS:
- At least THREE (3) years of working experience in relevant field with THREE (3) subject GCE O`Level with Grade 1-7 / A-D) in any subject,
AND
- Pass the Drawing Test (for Diploma in Graphic Design only)
- Pass in the Interview
- Letter of approval from employer
- CV and written personal statement.
CREDIT TRANSFER FROM "CERTIFICATE IN GRAPHIC DESIGN" TO "DIPLOMA IN GRAPHIC DESIGN" FOR MODULES:
1. Fundamental of Drawing
2. Principles of Design
3. Art History
4. Typography
5. Introduction to Advertising
6. Visual Communication
7. Color Studies
8. Photography
NOTE:
- Credit transfer applications must be submitted in Semester 1 and subject to the approval from MAIC.
- Total Credit hours eligible for credit transfer from MAIC Certificate in Graphic Design is 24 credits.
Course Structure
Semester 1 :
- Fundamental of Drawing
- Principles of Design
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Semester 2 :
- Essentials of Modern Age Digital Skills
- Typography
- Art History
- Introduction to Visual Art
- Communicative English
- Co-Curricular Project
- Melayu Islam Beraja
Semester 3 :
- Pengajian Islam
- Qualitative and Creative Thinking
- Computer Graphic
- Colour Studies
- 2D Animation
- Visual Communication
- Introduction to Advertising
Semester 4 :
- Ethos of Life for Self and Society
- Photography
- Storyboard Drawing
Semester 5 :
- Packaging Design
- Character Design
- Advertising Copywriting
- Publication Design
- Public Speaking
Semester 6 :
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Corporate Identity System
- Portfolio Development
- Technical Production
- Final Year Project
Semester 7 :
- Industrial Placement
Career Opportunities
- Event Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Web Designer
- Visualiser
- Design Executive
- Digital Image Artist
- Illustrator
- Storyboard Artist
- UI/UX Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Content Write
- Photography
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