Bachelor in Digital Media Design with Honors
Sunway University · Sunway City, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #354
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The Bachelor in Digital Media Design (Hons) at Sunway University is a 4-year, industry-driven program equipping students with skills in digital media, graphic communication, and multimedia design. With 123 credit hours, including core, elective, and MOHE/compulsory courses, plus a 6-credit internship, graduates are prepared for careers in digital publishing, web design, and animation.
The program is also based on the BS Graphic Information Technology program at the Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering, Arizona State University.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build design and communication foundations through Graphic Communications and Creative Thinking and Design Visualization
- Develop communication and writing through Public Speaking and English Composition 1
- Strengthen technical fundamentals with Computer Applications and Information Technology, College Algebra, and AI Foundation and Applications
- Start expanding your design portfolio through elective choices (Elective 1, Elective 2)
- Learn publishing and print-to-digital workflows with Digital Illustration in Publishing and Intro to Commercial Print
- Understand how organisations run with Understanding the Enterprise
- Progress web and media authoring skills using Introduction to Web Authoring and 3D Media Production
- Continue professional preparation through English Composition 2 and Elective modules (Elective 3, Elective 4, Elective 5)
- Develop visual storytelling through Commercial Photography and Digital Video Techniques
- Build industry-ready capability in Information Design and Usability, Digital Publishing, and Multimedia Design
- Strengthen product and content delivery skills through Web Content Design
- Apply ethics and protections for creative work through Copyright and Intellectual Property and broaden your profile via Electives (Elective 6, Elective 7)
- Create advanced animation and production outputs with Computer Animation and Digital Workflow
- Demonstrate mastery through Senior Project
- Showcase your work with Professional Portfolio Design
- Build workplace readiness with Graphic Industry Business Practices and complete an Internship
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Compulsory modules plus Elective 1 and Elective 2 | |||
| Year 2 | Compulsory modules plus Elective 3, Elective 4 and Elective 5 | |||
| Year 3 | Compulsory modules plus Elective 6 and Elective 7 | |||
| Year 4 | Compulsory modules plus Elective 8 and Elective 9 and Internship |
Career outcomes
- You are prepared for roles such as Animator and Multimedia Producer by developing hands-on skills across digital illustration, video, publishing, and animation stages of the programme.
- You gain industry-relevant capability for careers like Digital Media Designer and Digital Media / design production roles through core training in multimedia design, web content design, and digital workflow.
- You build job-ready portfolio strengths for client-ready work by combining Senior Project with Professional Portfolio Design and elective options that support your creative direction.
- You develop practical workplace experience through Internship, helping you transition into professional positions such as Web Content Developer and Manager with real industry exposure.
- You prepare for creative business environments by covering Graphic Industry Business Practices alongside technical and design modules.
- Your training supports careers in digital publishing and content creation by progressing from publishing foundations to advanced digital publishing, usability, and information design.
Employability rate
For graduates of digital media design disciplines in Malaysia, an employability rate of around 82% and an unemployment rate of about 18% are typical for entry-level roles, reflecting active hiring but competitive demand for portfolio-ready candidates.
Together, these figures point to a steady outlook where employers value practical creative outputs, internships, and up-to-date digital production skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving or pre-university qualification (international entry) | International applicants can enter using recognised pre-university pathways such as ADTP, STPM, A-Level, Australian Matriculation, Canadian Matriculation, Monash University Foundation Year, Foundation Program, Unified Examination Certificate, International Baccalaureate, O-Level, or an equivalent qualification. The programme page also includes a case-by-case option for applicants with no standard qualification. |
| Portfolio review | International applicants must pass a portfolio review conducted by the university. The portfolio requires a minimum of 5 artworks showing variation and the use of different mediums and applications. |
| Diploma or equivalent | International applicants can apply with a recognised diploma qualification, with the programme page stating a minimum CGPA of 2.0 for diploma entry. Applicants with other equivalent qualifications may be considered, including applicants with no standard qualification on a case-to-case basis. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Art and design / creative media preparation | Portfolio-based fit | International applicants are required to submit a portfolio with at least 5 artworks showing variation and the use of different mediums and applications. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet Sunway University’s English language requirements for this programme. The programme accepts the listed English qualifications, or an equivalent qualification where the medium of instruction is English. In addition, some applicants may be required to complete English support as part of the university’s pathway (depending on the qualification and assessment).
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual course fee | MYR 30000 / per year | Sunway University estimated annual course fee (Year 2026) shown for international students as USD 7,500 and stated to be paid in RM equivalent. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants are required to demonstrate that they can meet tuition and living costs for their studies in Malaysia as part of the Malaysian student pass process. Sunway’s international application guidance includes enrolment and student pass/visa processing payments that are used in your student pass application workflow. Applicants should plan finances early so they can submit documents and payments within the required timelines.
- RM 700 enrolment fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) and the RM 2,400 student pass/visa processing fee paid to EMGS (non-refundable) for international students, as published by Sunway’s international admissions guidance.
- A financial plan for tuition and living costs for Malaysia is required as part of the student pass process; specific blocked-account amounts or bank-statement figures are not stated on the programme page.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - winter intake | April - summer intake | September - winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - winter intake | April - summer intake | September - winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - winter intake | April - summer intake | September - winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Step 1: Check eligibility for the programme and intake
Review the programme’s entry requirements, English language requirements, and the portfolio review requirement before you apply. Confirm your qualification pathway (for example, A-Level, IB, STPM, diploma, or an equivalent) and ensure your documents match what the admissions team expects for international applicants. Sunway’s international guidance asks applicants to email first to confirm eligibility before submitting.
Step 2: Submit your international application and required documents online
Complete and submit the International Student Application Form and upload the required documents with your application. Sunway states that all application documents and initial payment must be submitted to the International Office at least eight weeks before the intake date(s). Incomplete applications cannot be processed, and the International Office may request additional documents if needed.
Step 3: Pay the published enrolment and student pass/visa processing fees
After eligibility is confirmed, proceed with the payments required by Sunway’s international admissions process. Sunway publishes that international applicants pay an enrolment fee of RM 700 and a student pass/visa processing fee of RM 2,400 paid to EMGS (non-refundable). Keep your payment proof for your visa and student pass processing workflow.
Step 4: Receive the offer letter and complete visa actions
Sunway states that successful applicants receive offer letters via email within 3 working days. You must accept the offer as instructed, sign and return the Acceptance of Offer to the International Office, and submit any outstanding documents listed in the incomplete record checklist attached to the Letter of Offer. Sunway also notes that student pass approval processing time can take up to 6–8 weeks after submission of the required materials.
Step 5: Prepare for the intake using the VAL and pre-travel checklist
Once the Student Pass is approved, a Visa Approval Letter (VAL) is issued and you can print the VAL as instructed by Sunway. Sunway notes the student VAL is valid for 6 months from the issued date. Use the latest pre-travel preparation checklist shared by the admission team to finalize travel and onboarding arrangements for your intake.