Programme 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 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.

Programme 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 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.

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Admission Requirements

IELTS

6+

ATAR

55+

A-levels

8+

International Baccalaureate

24+

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 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

Program Duration

3 Years

Starting Month(s)

Jan

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

9,410 USD

International

Starts from

9,477 USD

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