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| Description | Master of Design in Creative Industry by Coursework is a new programme that aims to produce Professional Graduates with Creative Thinkers, ensure Professional Practice & Ethics in the field of design are always maintained and be able to solve problems innovatively using the latest software and technology in the field of design. The program offerings take into account the changes in the world of education and the development of the creative art industry where offering more innovative and up-to –date course in strategies places. It will be able to produce graduates skilled in making critical and pragmatic decisions in the field of design and to meet the needs of the National Creative Industry agenda. The rapid development in Fourth Industrial Revolution 4.0 makes individual competence in critical and pragmatic decision making indispensable. These skills are core competencies that enable decisions to be made effectively based on evidence (evidence-based). The planned curriculum is centered on an outcome oriented educational approach or Outcome Based Education (OBE) and teaches to Student Centered Learning (SCL), Each learning outcome in each course will be tested throughout and at the end of the semester through audit sessions to ensure that each learning outcome can be achieved. In addition, the curriculum structure also takes into account the needs in the industrial world by offering relevant courses in the Design Industry. Self-skilled courses are also offered to equip their teams with the basics of research as well as skills in terms of problem solving, communication skills, works ethic, adaptability, lifelong learning, self-confidence, ethics and integrity that will be assessed throughout the course. This programme is expected to bridge the gap between undergraduate students and working adults who wanted to pursue a master’s degree. According to a recent survey, the programme is expected to attract a large number of application from media professionals, particularly in the fields of Graphic Communication, New Media Design & Technology, and Product Design. |
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| Name of Institution | UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA (USM - MAIN CAMPUS) |
| Qualification | Master's Degree |
| Course Duration | 24 months |
| NEC Field | Audio-visual techniques and media production |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants should possess the following: Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in New Media Design & Technology, Communication Graphics and Product Design from Universiti Sains Malaysia OR other institutions recognized by the Senate of Universiti Sains Malaysia or the MQA with a CGPA of at least 2.75 and above; OR Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in New Media Design & Technology, Communication Graphics and Product Design from Universiti Sains Malaysia OR other institutions recognized by the Senate of Universiti Sains Malaysia or MQA with ONE (1) year work experience in a related field if having a CGPA of less than 2.75 (Benchmark CGPA 2.50), OR Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in any field offered from Universiti Sains Malaysia OR other institutions recognized by the Senate of Universiti Sains Malaysia or MQA can apply with conditions. ONE (1) year work experience in a related field OR any industry OR Passed the ‘Interview’ provided by School of The Arts. CGPA 2.50 and above. Diploma holder in Art & Design, Design & New Media Technology, Communication Graphics and Product Design from other institutions recognized by the Senate of Universiti Sains Malaysia and MQA who have a CGPA of at least CGPA 2.75 and apply through the MQA APEL Certificate. |
| English Requirement | (Applicable for International Applicants only) Overseas applicants MUST meet the English language requirements before being accepted into this programme. The minimum score for each programme can vary from the list below, candidates are asked to check each programme requirement. Minimum score of 46 for TOEFL (Internet-based); OR A Minimum Band 8 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); OR A minimum of Band 5.5 for IELTS; OR A minimum score of 51 for PTE; OR A minimum score of 160 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); OR A minimum score of 160 Linguaskill Online; OR A minimum score of 108 for CIEP Level (ELS); OR A minimum of Band 4 for MUET Exemption can be given if: English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; OR The candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium in instruction is English. |
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| Scholarship | No Scholarship Available |
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