Raffles University · Malaysia

Bachelor in Graphic Design (Honours)

Campus Bachelor Full Time

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Delivery

Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Level

Bachelor

Starts

Fall, Spring

Introduction

Bachelor in Graphic Design (Honours) is a Bachelor program taught at Raffles University, Malaysia. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 years) options.

The Bachelor in Graphic Design (Honours) at Raffles University focuses on design work for the job market. Students start with a foundation in design principles, drawing skills, typography, creativity, and idea development. They build software knowledge through practical work using the Adobe Creative Suite and learn how to apply designs on print, digital, or interactive platforms.

The programme runs for 3 Years and includes a structured module plan across Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3. It includes studio-focused modules such as print media, web design, motion graphics, and information design, plus major work including Final Major Project 01 and Final Major Project 02. The curriculum also includes Industry Experience.

Modules

Principle of Design
Typography
Visual Studies and Exploration
20th Century Design & Culture– Digital and Gen-AI Image Processing
Digital Illustration and Visual Storytelling
Drawing for Designers
Ethics Appreciation and Civilisation/ Malay Language Communication 2
Print Media and Content Design
Screenplay and Storyboarding
Creative Thinking / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
Web Design
Project Management

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor in Graphic Design (Honours) at Raffles University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

program specific academic requirment set by Raffles University.
English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Raffles University as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor in Graphic Design (Honours).

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

STPM: Full Pass in 2 subjects
A-Level: Full Pass in 2 subjects
UEC: 5Bs
Foundation / Matriculation: min. CGPA 2.00
Diploma / Advanced Diploma: min. CGPA 2.00
Other International Entry Requirement: [Learn More]
Others: Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysia Government which will be considered on a case by case basis
Additional Requirement: Pass “RU Portfolio Assessment and Interview”

Programme Admission Criteria through APEL.A: At least 21 years old in the year of application. Have relevant work experience. Pass the APEL.A assessment for Bachelor’s Degree level.

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
IELTS: 5.0
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 7.5
TOEFL iBT: 40
PTE: 47
MUET: Band 3.5
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 154

Students who did not meet the English Requirement are required to take the RU English Preparation Programme (EPP) AND achieve the requirement of any equivalent English qualification.