Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Fashion Design

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)

Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jun, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM36,600

Course Highlights

  • The curriculum blends creative and intellectual approaches to visual-design innovations, encompassing learning in both traditional and computer-generated designs
  • Develop your own sense of design and style, and hone your personal fashion signature as you prepare for entry-level employment, namely costume designer, assistant fashion buyer, fashion designer or seamstress
  • This programme integrates theoretical and specialised practical knowledge and focuses on teaching you the technical and professional skills required by the fashion industry
  • Over 35,000 students in 6 campuses across Malaysia

Entry Requirements

  • STPM: Grade C in 2 relevant subjects
  • Level: Grade D in 2 relevant subjects
  • UEC: Grade B in 5 relevant subjects
  • TAR UMT: Foundation in Arts (Track C) or Relevant Diploma 
  • Other IHL: Relevant Foundation/Diploma accredited by MQA 

Compulsory subject:

  • STPM, A Level, UEC and Other IHL qualifications: Students who do not have at least a pass in English Language (SPM/O Level/UEC) must attend TAR UMT Essential English Skills course during their first semester in the programme
  • STPM, A Level, UEC, TAR UMT and Other IHL qualifications must pass a portfolio test conducted by TAR UMT.

Note:

  • Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of Bachelor Degree.
  • TAR UMT Diploma will be accepted on credit transfer into Bachelor Degree programmes.
  • Equivalent qualifications/qualifications from other Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Subject to the Ministry of Higher Education latest requirements.

Course Structure

  •  Introduction to Art
  • Fundamentals of Fashion Design
  • Garment & Pattern Construction 1
  • Figure Drawing for Fashion
  • History of Costume
  • Fashion Design Illustration
  • Fashion Design Concepts OR Print Design
  • Basic Photography OR Digital Illustration
  • Colour Theory
  • Draping 1
  • Garment & Pattern Construction II
  • Software Application for Fashion
  • Advanced Fashion Design Illustration
  • Painting Techniques OR Applied Photography
  • Research For Arts & Design
  • Malaysia Costumes & Cultural Studies
  • Textile: Exploration and Practices
  • Draping II
  • Fashion Buying & Merchandising
  • Sculpture OR Batik Appreciation
  • Industrial Training
  • Media & Advertising for Fashion
  • Garment & Pattern Construction III
  • Fashion Design Project Planning
  • Fashion Embroidery
  • Fashion Business Management
  • Fashion Design Project & Portfolio
  • Fashion Event Management
  • Design & Society
  • Type in Motion OR Fashion Accessories
  • Professional Practices for Designers

Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A
  • English for Tertiary Studies
  • Academic English
  • English for Career Preparation
  • Tamadun Islam dan Asia
  • Contemporary Malaysian Issues
  • Hubungan Etnik
  • Critical Thinking
  • *Co-curricular

Note: *Co-Curricular Courses can be taken in any semester of the study.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM36,600

Total payable amount

RM36,600

Scholarships

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)

Kuala Lumpur Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur

TAR UMT Merit Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)

Kuala Lumpur Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur

TAR UMT Sports Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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