DIPLOMA IN ANIMATION DESIGN

The Animation Design Programme is designed to provide skills of animation and design expertise to work in the multimedia industry. Develop creative skills with the use of the most elegant tools. Gain understanding of the principles and development of team projects for industry and apply the skills in real-world practice.

• 100% project-based, hands-on training
• Fully equipped with the state-of-the-art facilities
• Learn from experts and honed diverse set of creative skills
• Through APEL, take advantage of your prior learning experiences to gain admission, with a further opportunity to reduce your study duration and costs
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• Programme Core Modules
• Fundamentals of Drawing
• Fundamentals of Design
• History and Introduction to Animation
• Introduction to Digital Graphics
• Illustration and Character Design
• 2D Animation
• Application of Multimedia
• Audio Visual Technique and Digital Video Production
• Creative Thinking
• Visual Communication
• 3D Modeling and Visualisation
• Web Animation
• Storytelling, Scriptwriting and Storyboarding
• Motion Graphic and Compositing
• Professional Practice
• Animation Production Design
• Final Project
• Industrial Training

English Core Modules

• English 1
• English 2
• English 3

University Core Modules

• Community Service
• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (Int)
• Skill Enhancement/Bahasa Kebangsaan A
• Culture and Society

Career Prospects

• Multimedia/ Graphic Designer
• Production Designer
• Motion Designer
• 2D & 3D Animator
• Lighting and Rendering Artist
• Compositor
• Layout Artist
• Game Designer
• Concept Artist
• Videographer
• Photographer
• Video and Audio Editor
• Illustrator
• Storyboard Artist
• Script Writer
• Creative/ Content Writer
• Film Maker

Entry Requirements

• SPM with a minimum of three (3) credits in any subject, or its equivalent, OR
• Pass in Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with minimum 3Bs, OR
• A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; OR
• A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul in any subject, or its equivalent; OR
• A pass in SKM Level 3 / Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) (Note: The HEPs are to conduct screening and provide necessary guidance specific to the discipline of the programme); OR
• A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) with minimum CGPA of 2.00 or its equivalent; OR
• Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government;OR
• “Entry requirements into the Diploma’s program (level 4, MQF) through APEL A. Applicants must be/have:
  1. A Malaysian citizen; and
  2. The candidate should be more than 20 years of age in the year of application
  3. Relevant work experience / prior experiential learning; and
  4. Pass the APEL Assessment”

AND

• Pass an interview OR submission of student’s portfolio determined by the HEP as required.

Language Requirements

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT

International Students

Minimum score of Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET), IELTS 4.5 or equivalent

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university