Master of Arts in Creative Arts and Media
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Arts in Creative Arts and Media provides students with an opportunity to carry out interdisciplinary research and contribute new understanding and insights to disciplines aligned with the School of Arts.
The programme is research-based culminating in a thesis (which may include a practical creative arts component, where applicable), and includes one taught module, Research Methods, before proceeding to the Proposal Defence.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Complete the taught core module Research Methods before proceeding to the Proposal Defence.
- Build the fundamentals of academic research and postgraduate-level methodologies for an independent research project.
- Attend an intensive class schedule for Research Methods, followed by tutorials for research project work.
- Independently design and carry out an extensive research project with the assistance of a supervisor.
- Develop research outcomes that demonstrate mastery of advanced points, craft, and discipline in the chosen research area.
- Progress through the thesis work culminating in the thesis, which may include a practical creative arts component where applicable.
- Publicly disseminate research results to engage with the scholarly community.
Career outcomes
- You graduate with a research-based Master of Arts in Creative Arts and Media that strengthens your profile for roles in creative industries and arts and culture organisations.
- You develop disciplined, postgraduate-level research skills that support career pathways into academia and research-focused work.
- Your thesis work lets you specialise within supervised research areas such as Digital Worlds and Media, Culture and Heritage, Performance and Creation, or Cities, helping you align your qualification with the work you want to do.
- The programme’s interdisciplinary approach prepares you for modern media and creative-sector roles that combine creative practice with analytical and interpretive inquiry.
- By publicly disseminating research outcomes, you build professional visibility that can help open doors in creative and scholarly communities.
Employability rate
Employment figures and unemployment rates for graduates specifically from a Master of Arts in Creative Arts and Media are not published on the official Sunway University pages.
You should still expect a practical career outlook because this research-based master is designed for creative industries, academia, and arts and culture pathways in Malaysia.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75, or a CGPA between 2.50 and 2.75 that may be accepted subject to a rigorous internal assessment. Applicants may also be considered with APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-7) or, if the CGPA is less than 2.50, with at least 5 years of relevant working experience. For all options, candidates must pass an interview conducted by a panel from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. |
Language requirements
For this Master of Arts programme, international applicants must meet Sunway University’s English Language requirement. The programme page specifies IELTS as proof of English proficiency.
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 | MYR 45700 / total program | Estimated Total Course Fee (Year 2026) for international students: RM45,700. International students must pay fees in RM equivalent; USD shown is indicative only. |
| Enrolment Fee | MYR 700 / one time | RM700 enrolment fee (non-refundable, non-transferable). |
| Student Pass/ Visa processing fee | MYR 2400 / one time | RM 2,400 Student Pass/ Visa processing fee paid to EMGS (non-refundable). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should prepare proof of funding for tuition and living costs for their study period in Malaysia. The exact financial-proof evidence can be requested during the admissions eligibility check and/or student pass processing.
- Proof of funding for tuition and study in Malaysia as requested during the eligibility check
- Documentary evidence if your studies will be financed by scholarship or study loan (where applicable)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your documents and eligibility details
Review the programme entry requirements and confirm your Bachelor’s degree, CGPA, or recognised alternative pathway (including APEL.A or relevant work experience if applicable). Prepare your curriculum vitae, Bachelor’s degree transcripts, completion certificate, and a report from 2 academic or professional referees for the eligibility check. If you plan to submit a creative-focused application, prepare a portfolio as described by the programme page.
Submit your application for eligibility check
Send the completed Sunway Postgraduate Application Form with the required supporting documents for an eligibility check. After passing the eligibility check, the faculty administrator will brief you further on the application process and any additional documents needed for your submission. Submit your research proposal and other requested materials when instructed during the eligibility outcome.
Provide programme documents (research proposal and portfolio where relevant)
Submit a 2,000-word research proposal including the required sections (introduction, problem statement, research questions, research objectives, literature review, methodology, and proposed timeline). If your application is aimed at creative outputs, submit a portfolio containing 5 to 15 examples of original creative work in an accepted media format. Ensure your documents match the programme guidance given by the faculty administrator after the eligibility check.