Diploma in Multimedia Applications
Lincoln University College · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Diploma in Multimedia Applications at Lincoln University College is designed to help students design and develop effective multimedia systems using software tools and established techniques used in the multimedia industry.
International applicants follow the programme's listed entry requirements and English proficiency requirement, and students are assessed through coursework, projects, and final examinations, with compulsory attendance requirements for final exam eligibility.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- DCM 115 Fundamental of Computer Applications & Technology Studies
- DCM 116 Internet Fundamental & Applications
- DCM 113 Principle of Multimedia
- ENG 413 English I
- Elective in digital audio and video, web design and publishing, or digital animation techniques
- DCM 135 Fundamentals of Graphics Design
- DCM 136 Operating System
- DCM 137 Introduction to Database Systems
- DCM 214 Human Computer Interaction
- DCM 223 Multimedia Management Skill
- DCM 225 Visual Programming
- DCM 212 Visual Reality & VRML
- DCM 233 Multimedia Authoring
- DCM 313 Multimedia Project
- DCM 314 Cyber Law
- DCM 318 Introduction to Cyberpreneurship
- DCM 312 Game Design
Curriculum
Diploma in Multimedia Applications (MQA/A5133). Programme credits are provided in the official course/module list with a total of 90 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory core modules + English I | Fundamental of Computer Applications & Technology Studies | 3 | 12 |
| Internet Fundamental & Applications | 3 | |||
| Principle of Multimedia | 3 | |||
| English I | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Elective module + compulsory modules | Elective (choose any one module): Kursus Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (Philosophy and Current Issues) | 3 | 12 |
| Elective (choose any one module): Malay Language Communication 1 | 3 | |||
| Elective (choose any one module): Digital Audio & Video | 3 | |||
| Elective (choose any one module): Web Design & Publishing | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | Core modules | Elective (choose any one module): Digital Animation Techniques | 3 | 12 |
| Elective (choose any one module): Quantitative Method | 3 | |||
| English 2 | 3 | |||
| Fundamentals of Graphics Design | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | Core modules | Operating System | 3 | 11 |
| Introduction to Database Systems | 3 | |||
| Visual Reality & VRML | 2 | |||
| Human Computer Interaction | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 | Core modules | Essential of E-Commerce | 3 | 12 |
| Networking Essential | 3 | |||
| E-Learning Development | 3 | |||
| Visual Programming | 3 | |||
| Semester 6 | Project and advanced modules | Multimedia Management Skill | 3 | 10 |
| Java Programming | 3 | |||
| Co-curriculum | 2 | |||
| Creative Problem Solving | 2 | |||
| Semester 7 | Core modules | 3D Modelling & Animation | 3 | 13 |
| Multimedia Authoring | 3 | |||
| Multimedia Project | 4 | |||
| Cyber Law | 3 | |||
| Semester 8 | Final core modules | Introduction to Cyberpreneurship | 3 | 8 |
| Constitution and Society | 2 | |||
| Game Design | 3 | |||
| Total | All listed programme modules and credits from the official programme course/module list | 90 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build practical skills to develop multimedia applications, including web development, 3D animation, and digital audio and video workflows.
- You gain job-ready ability to design and develop multimedia systems using software tools and techniques used in real production environments.
- You learn how to structure and manage multimedia projects, supporting roles that require both creative output and technical delivery.
- You develop a foundation for working in digital content, interactive media, and e-learning development, where multimedia authoring is a core requirement.
- You strengthen employability with exposure to human-computer interaction and visual design fundamentals that are commonly used in UI/UX-focused multimedia work.
- You graduate with a project-focused capstone (Multimedia Project) that helps you build a portfolio for multimedia development and related roles.
Employability rate
For multimedia and digital content roles in Malaysia, graduates from programs focused on multimedia applications typically see an employability rate of about 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting ongoing demand but strong competition for entry-level positions.
Together, these figures suggest a generally stable outlook when you build a strong portfolio through the program’s multimedia project work.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher secondary / SPM-equivalent | International applicants: pass Certificate of Education (SPM) with at least three (3) credits in any subject or any other qualification recognized equivalent. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Information and Communication Systems | Direct match |
Language requirements
For international applicants, the program requires proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. As an example, the university states that IELTS 5.0 (or its equivalent) can be used to meet this English requirement; if the requirement is not met, the university indicates that HEPS must offer English proficiency courses to ensure the student’s proficiency is sufficient for the programme.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
International students are required to pay the EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services) visa processing fee before tuition fees are paid after visa approval. You may also need to show that you have sufficient funds for your stay in Malaysia when completing your visa process, following the official EMGS/student-pass guidance.
- EMGS (visa processing) fee of 800 USD as stated in the university’s international student FAQ
- Tuition fees are paid after visa approval (international students are expected to make the required tuition payments following visa approval)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your international eligibility documents
Confirm that you meet the programme entry requirement using your foreign or school-leaving qualification that is recognized equivalent to SPM with at least three credits. Prepare your passport and academic transcripts in advance, as these are part of the core application documentation the university references. If you are planning to submit any academic documents that are not in English, ensure you can provide the required English documentation as part of your application package.
Submit your online application during the intake window
Apply through the university’s official online application process during the published intake months. Fill in the required personal and academic details and upload the requested documents in the required format. If you do not meet the English requirement at admission, the university indicates that English proficiency courses may be offered to help you reach the level needed for the programme.
Complete processing after you receive an offer
After your offer is processed for student-pass requirements, international students are required to pay the EMGS (visa processing) fee as part of the visa processing steps described by the university. The university also states that tuition fees are to be paid after visa approval, and that international students must make the full payment for the first year fees after visa approval and before arrival. Follow the university’s instructions for payment timing so your student-pass and enrolment can proceed smoothly.