Diploma in Illustration

The One Academy

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, Apr, Aug

Tuition Fees

RM82,250

Course Structure

Fundamentals of Design & Drawing:

  • Illustration is about creating impressive imagery and visuals that capture audiences' imaginations. Here, students will learn the foundation of drawing and producing illustrations. Subjects focusing on drawing, perspective studies, visual communication and more are vital in making sure that students' skills of producing images are honed. This will prepare them as they move into the technicalities of illustration.

Understanding the Technicalities:

  • As students delve deeper, they will undertake more specialised subjects aiming to sharpen their skills, such as Light & Mood Studies, Production Sketching and Figure Anatomy. They will be exposed to both traditional and digital media. Training in pencil, gouache and watercolour will further strengthen students' image making skills and artistic foundation, while proficiency in digital software such as Adobe Photoshop and Blender will ensure students are familiar with the current industry workflow. This exploration of media will allow students to produce excellent artwork with more versatility.

Collaborative Projects & Portfolio:

  • To prepare students for their future careers in the illustration industry, they will learn subjects that improve teamwork, leadership and critical thinking, such as Community Service and Collaborative Project. Students will have the opportunity to create pre-production design for animated short films in collaboration with Digital Animation major students for their Final Project. Additionally, subjects that mirror industry practices such as Cinematic Storyboarding and Concept Design help students to express their creativity and ideas to generate a portfolio that is up to the industry's standard. A professional-standard portfolio will give them the best advantage when beginning their careers in the illustration field.

Studio Courses:

  • Drawing
  • Figure Studies
  • Design Fundamentals
  • Visual Communication
  • Perspective Studies
  • Watercolour Rendering Workshop
  • Light & Mood Studies
  • Watercolour Rendering Workshop
  • Introduction to Digital Photography
  • Production Sketching
  • Illustration
  • Visual Development
  • Story Development
  • Concept Design
  • Digital Matte Painting
  • Cinematic Storyboarding
  • Collaborative Project

Media:

  • Pencil
  • Gouache
  • Watercolour
  • Digital

Software:

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Google SketchUp
  • Blender
  • ZBrush

Business Courses:

  • Business & Marketing

Liberal Art Courses:

  • History of Art & Design
  • Language & Communication Skills
  • Survey of S.E.A Art & Culture

Personal Development:

  • Seminar & Workshops
  • Graduation Campaign

Entry Requirements

  • SPM: Pass with minimum 3 credits (3Cs) including a Pass in Bahasa Melayu and Sejarah
  • IGCSE/O Level: Pass with minimum 3 credits (3Cs)
  • UEC: Pass with minimum 3 credits (3Bs)
  • TOA's Certificate/Other Certificates: Pass The One Academy's Certificate in Communication Design OR Certificate from other Institutions of Higher Learning in related field with minimum CGPA 2.00
  • SKM: Pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3 in art & design field (subject to internal assessment process)
  • Others: Other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government AND
  • Pass Portfolio Review or Drawing Test conducted by The One Academy for candidate who does not have a Pass in Art subject or without an art subject at SPM level or its equivalent

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM2,000

Tuition fees

RM82,250

Other miscellaneous fees

RM9,100

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM93,050

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