Diploma in Fashion Design

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

Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

2 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jun, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM19,800

Course Highlights

  • This programme provides academic and specialised practical knowledge to prepare you for a career in the fashion industry
  • You will be given the opportunities to perform competitively within the local and international fashion industry, combining creative and intellectual approaches to visual-design innovations
  • Focus on acquiring the technical and professional skills required by the fashion industry, while developing a personal fashion signature
  • Over 35,000 students in 6 campuses across Malaysia

Entry Requirements

  • SPM: 3 Credits in the relevant subjects
  • O Level: 3 Grade C in the relevant subjects
  • UEC: 3 Grade B in the relevant subjects
  • Certificate:
    • Relevant certificate accredited by MQA OR
    • Relevant Skilled/Technical/Vocational Certificate accredited by MQA or recognised by the Malaysian Government

Compulsory subject:

  • SPM, O Level and UEC: 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 AND
  • SPM, O Level, UEC and Certificate must pass a specified portfolio test to be conducted by TAR UMT

Notes:

  • a) SPM holders must have at least a pass in Bahasa Melayu and SPM holders from the year 2013 onwards must also have at least a pass in Sejarah.
  • b) Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of their Diploma.
  • c) Equivalent qualifications or qualifications from other Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • d) Subject to the Ministry of Higher Education’s latest requirements.

Course Structure

  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • Fashion Fundamentals
  • Draping
  • Figure Drawing
  • Fashion Design Concepts
  • Costume History
  • Introduction to Art
  • Basic Photography
  • Fashion Illustration and Presentation
  • Colour Studies
  • Textiles Materials
  • Fashion Image
  • Pattern and Garment Constructions
  • Applied Photography
  • Embroidery Handwork
  • Fashion Accessories
  • Computer Aided Textile & Fashion Design
  • Fashion Synthesis
  • Fashion Retailing
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Fashion Design Project
  • Fashion Productions

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

  • English for Tertiary Studies
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Academic English
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism OR Bahasa Kebangsaan A *
  • Professional English
  • *Co-curricular

Notes: 

  • * Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory for students without Credit in Bahasa Malaysia at SPM level.
  • *Students will take co-curricular course in Year 2 Sem 3.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM19,800

Total payable amount

RM19,800

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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