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<p>The objective of Bachelor of Digital Media Design (BDMD) with combination of various disciplines of art, design knowledge, communication, interactive content and digital media technology is to produce a digital talent and expert in digital media technology.</p>
<p class="rtejustify">Graduates who can master the elements of digital media technology with high quality of knowledge in design, development and management of digital media, especially the web, multimedia and mobile technology as its main platforms will have the skills that are needed to serve the society and the nation; creating professional who is creative with critical thinking and able to transform their unique skills into a more diverse domains.</p>

<p><strong>Normal Entry</strong><br />i. A pass in STPM with at least Grade C (GP 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects; OR<br />ii. A pass in STAM with at least grade Jayyid; OR<br />iii. Matriculation of Foundation with at least CGPA of 2.00; OR<br />iv. A Diploma (Level 4. MQF) with at least CGPA of 2.00; OR<br />v. An Advanced Diploma (Level 5, MQF) with at least CGPA of 2.00; OR<br />vi. A Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM)/ Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) subjected to HEP Senate/ Academic Board&rsquo;s approval****, OR<br />vii. A Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) subjected to HEP Senate/ Academic Board&rsquo;s approval****; OR<br />viii. Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government AND<br />ix. Submission of student&rsquo;s portfolio<br />Note for (vi) &amp; (vii): The HEPs are to conduct screening and provide necessary guidance specific to the discipline<br />of the programme.</p><p><strong>APEL. A Entry</strong><br /> Possess an APEL.A certificate from MQA for admission into Bachelor programmes.<br /> For more information, please click : <a href="https://apel.oum.edu.my/apel-a-access-purpose/">https://apel.oum.edu.my/apel-a-access-purpose/</a><br /> Submission of a portfolio containing a compilation of creative works is required for this program.<br />NOTE:<br />Table of bridging courses (kursus pengukuhan) and entry requirements for graduate student from Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM), Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) dan Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM). (Rujukan Surat Kelulusan MQA.600-2/14/88 (42) Bertarikh 30 Ogos 2021). <br /><br /><strong>Minima Grade</strong> <br />C (2.00)<br /><br /><strong>List of Courses</strong><br />(1 Semester)<br />1. CDCT2203 Information Technology and Environment<br />2. BDKO1103 Basic Interpersonal Communication<br />3. CDMT2103 Basic of Multimedia Technology</p><p><strong>Entry Requirements</strong></p><p>The minimum requirements for a Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree (Level 6, MQF) or its equivalent are as follows:<br />i. Pass Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM)/ Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM)/ Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) with at least a CGPA of 2.50 subject to the approval of the relevant Institution&rsquo;s Senate/Academic Board;<br />OR<br />ii. Pass DKM/ DLKM/ DVM with at least CGPA 2.00 AND have at least two (2) years of working experience in related fields.</p>

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Bachelor Of Digital Media Design With Honours

The Aviation & Maritime stream is taken up by the students who wish to make a career in the esteemed Navy and Air Force wings of the country. The students who are interested and possess skills necessary and relevant to the Aviation & Maritime Industry should definitely opt for the courses that are available in this stream.

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<h3 class="common-heading">Arts &amp; Design</h3>

<p class="common-text">Arts &amp; Design is one of the major disciplines in Malaysia that most of the students prefer to study after completing their school education. The students can get ample of lucrative employment opportunities for them in this field, once they graduate in Arts &amp; Design stream.</p>

<h3 class="common-heading">Basics &amp; Overview</h3>
 <p class="common-text">The field of Arts & Design is one of the most academic as it incorporates the study of human culture, interactions and communication in general. In the field of Arts and Design, there are multiple sub fields that allow a student to approach different opportunities as a career option. The stream of Arts is also popular among the international students as it provides different exciting avenues for employment.</p>
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		<p class="common-text"><strong>Communication &amp; Broadcasting: </strong> Communication &amp;Broadcasting is the stream that deals with the study of electronic mass communication. In short, it will analyses the electronic mass communication medium to send the content or messages through electromagnetic spectrum to a dispersed audience.</p>
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		<p class="common-text"><strong>Arts: </strong> This is the broad stream for all the subjects that come under the purview of the Arts &amp; Design stream.</p>
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		<p class="common-text"><strong>Performing Arts: </strong> Performing Arts is another niche branch of Arts &amp; Design. This branch of study incorporates the study of visual arts, and other art forms that are produced using the voices and/ or movements of the bodies.</p>
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		<p class="common-text"><strong>Fashion Design: </strong> Fashion Designing is the art of applying design and aesthetics or natural beauty to clothing, apparels and accessories etc.</p>
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		<p class="common-text"><strong>Interior Design: </strong> Interior Designing is the art and science of creating functional spaces by understanding the people&rsquo;s behavioural requirements.</p>
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<h3 class="common-heading">Eligibility Requirements</h3>

<p class="common-text">Applicants can register under bachelor programs available in the discipline of Arts &amp;Design based on their credits obtained in the basic level studies or intermediate or marks obtained in any other entrance exam specified for this purpose.</p>

<h3 class="common-heading">Education Pathway</h3>

<p class="common-text">The students wishing to start their education in this stream have to opt for similar subjects in their basic level of school education. Once they leave their schools, there are ample of universities and colleges in Malaysia that offer quality and economical degree programs in the stream of Arts &amp; Design. Students may complete their bachelor first from a reputed university and then move on to the master level and doctorate levels.</p>

<h3 class="common-heading">Career Information</h3>

<p class="common-text">The students graduating from Arts &amp; Design stream can find following career opportunities &ndash;Fashion Designer, Interior designer, Arts Professional, Psychologist, Social Worker, Entrepreneur, Politician, Geologist, Writer, Author, Artist, and any other similar creative fields. The students who opt for this stream can also apply for several advanced competitive exams conducted by the government from time-to-time for various state services.</p>
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A bachelor degree is the three year degree program undertaken by the students after schools to get a fair knowledge of their chosen discipline. The bachelor degree program is mandatory for students who wish to pursue higher education in their chosen fields. It also provides an edge to the students who wish to be a part of the industry in the desired fields post qualification. 

Degree

<div class="col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 engineering-details-left-top"><p class="common-text">A bachelor degree is the three year degree program undertaken by the students after schools to get a fair knowledge of their chosen discipline. The bachelor degree program is mandatory for students who wish to pursue higher education in their chosen fields. It also provides an edge to the students who wish to be a part of the industry in the desired fields post qualification.</p><h3 class="common-heading">Basics or Overview of a Bachelor Degree Program</h3><p class="common-text">Students prefer bachelor degree programs to gain more knowledge of Industry as well as academics. Generally, a bachelor degree takes three years for completion and it&rsquo;s available in almost any discipline that one wishes to study. Those students who take Mathematics &amp; Science in their PUC or Intermediate can enroll themselves in a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) course. The course can be especially beneficial for students who wish to be a future scientist or interested in pursuing any other scientific career options. Similarly, a bachelor program also provides students an eligibility to participate in different competitive examinations conducted periodically by the government for several state services.</p>&nbsp;<h3 class="common-heading">Branches or Fields-</h3><p class="common-text">A bachelor program can be availed by the students in a number of disciplines, including Arts &amp; Science Engineering/ Technology, Commerce, Business Administration, Computer Applications, Fine Arts, Journalism, Fashion Designing.<br /><br />Students can chose their respective field of study as per their subjects studied in 10+2 or class 12th or according to their future career choices to be made in the long run.</p><h3 class="common-heading">Eligibility or Minimum Requirements</h3><p class="common-text">In order to enroll under a bachelor level study program, students should be PUC or intermediate qualified from the recognized state boards of Malaysia. .</p>&nbsp;<ul class="eligibility">		<ul>		<li>		<p class="common-text">For B.Sc Course: Intermediate passed with Mathematics or Science Group of subjects, i.e. Chemistry, Physics and Biology</p>		</li>		<li>		<p class="common-text">B.Com Course: Intermediate passed with Commerce, Accountancy and Economics or Business Studies</p>		</li>		<li>		<p class="common-text">BA Course: Intermediate passed with History, Civics, Geography, Fine Arts, Music, Mass Communication or any other subjects of Arts Stream</p>		</li>		<li>		<p class="common-text">BCA: 10+2 or PUC in Computer Studies or Computer Applications</p>		</li>		<li>		<p class="common-text">BBA: Higher Secondary School Certificate passed with Business Administration or any other Commerce group of subjects</p>		</li>		<li>		<p class="common-text">BE/ B.Tech: 10+2 with Mathematics as a compulsory paper</p>		</li>	</ul></ul><div class="clearfix">&nbsp;</div><br /><br />&nbsp;<h3 class="common-heading">Relevance of a Bachelor Degree Program</h3><p class="common-text">Now-a-days, the bachelor programs are specifically designed for the students to prepare them for the upcoming market and industrial or academic scenarios. As, more technical and scientific fields have emerged in the market that demand more specific skills for their work, hence, those students who have a specialization in the stated discipline prove to be indispensable. A bachelor program also provides the necessary edge to the students in terms of eligibility to apply for various vacancies announced periodically by the government in the job market.</p><h3 class="common-heading">Career Options</h3><p class="common-text">A student with a regular bachelor degree has more than 99% of chances of being short listed under various academic and professional fields on its successful completion. A student who has successfully completed, its three years of graduation will be considered eligible for the mid to senior level positions in any organization both private and public as per their demands as compared to a student who has a normal education.</p><ul class="eligibility">	Some interested facts &ndash;	<ul>		<li>		<p class="common-text">&bull; Recently, the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia has put forward the idea of collaborating the Malaysian Higher Education institutions with the leading business houses so that the curriculum quality along with the moving out graduate would improve successfully.</p>		</li>		<li>		<p class="common-text">&bull; The Malaysian Universities have made it to the top in the world rankings in Early May, in terms of the international education that it offers to the young graduates from across the world.</p>			</ul>	</li></ul></div>

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Bachelor Of Digital Media Design With Honours

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