DIPLOMA IN FASHION DESIGN

About the Course

MSU's Diploma in Fashion Design programme aims to develop creative awareness and understanding of fashion and textiles through the practices of research, drawing, and technical skills, also through an understanding of colour, texture, pattern, and form, and an awareness of fashion and textiles as a three-dimensional experience.

You will be introduced to the research and design cycles and encouraged to develop your design skills besides adding your individual approach to both two-dimensional and three-dimensional work.

Your classes are real-world and use industry technology and software. Your lecturers are industry professionals themselves, experts who developed our curriculum and share our passion in experiential learning.

Their experience and industrial links are important in this fast-moving industry, keeping you abreast with industry happenings.

At the end of your studies, we celebrate your talent by asking you to design for the runway, create pieces from your own unique vision.

Duration
2 ½ years

Credit Hours
90

Courses Offered

Year One

• Sample Making
• Introduction to Visual Design
• Introduction to Fashion
• Basic Marketing for Fashion

Year Two

• Fashion Design Interpretation
• Draping
• Fabric Studies
• Industrial Training

Year Three

• Garment Production
• Visual Display and Merchandising

Career Prospects

• Design Assistant
• Production Assistant
• Junior Pattern-Maker / Cutter

Entry Requirements

ENTRANCE QUALIFICATION BASED ON PROGRAMME STANDARD (ART AND DESIGN) – 2nd Edition:

• i. A pass in SPM with a minimum of three (3) credits in any subject, or its equivalent; OR
• ii. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; OR
• iii. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul in any subject, or its equivalent; OR
• iv. A pass in SKM Level 3 / Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) in a suitable field
  Note: The HEPs are to conduct screening and provide necessary guidance specific to the discipline of the programme.
• v. A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with minimum CGPA of 2.00 or its equivalent; OR
• vi. Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.

AND

Pass an interview OR submission of portfolio determined by the HEP as required.

English Competency Requirement (International Student):

Achieve a minimum score Band 2 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) 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