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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Animation
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APU-DMU DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMME
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
| GENERAL REQUIREMENTS | |
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| STPM | • A Pass in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects. |
| A-LEVEL | • 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level. |
| UEC | • 5 Grade B’s in UEC. |
| MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION | • A Pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.00. |
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| RELATED DIPLOMA | • A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
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| PORTFOLIO | Note: Pass an Interview OR submission of Design Portfolio as required. |
Equivalent qualification and / or experience which is recognised by the Senate / institution.
| ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | • IELTS : 5.5 |
| Portfolio & Interview Guide For Application Into APU Design Programmes |
Application Process
As part of the entry requirements into the APU Design Degrees, it is mandatory for the applicant to submit either one of the following for evaluation together with complete educational documents:
• Portfolio Submission
• Interview
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
“Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive.” - Walt Disney
Animation is one of the fastest-growing industries worldwide. It has been a huge technological development in the last decade, from traditional 2D hand-drawn to digital 3D animation. In today’s digital world, the application of animation isn’t simply restricted to films. It facilitates exciting career opportunities in various sectors like Advertising, Print media, TV production and Gaming.
This programme aims to develop you as a creative animator. The animation route offers the opportunity to specialize in modeling, animating and compositing based applications in the creation of character filmmaking.
The programme focuses on the many aspects of the fundamental animation processes and design skillsets in the creative industry, while exploring on different animation techniques ranging from 2D traditional to CG animation.
You’ll be involved in the development of animated content, with emphasis on critical, analytical and problem-solving skills. You will also gain production experience through industrial training as emphasis is placed on professional practice for greater employment prospects through animation.
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
- Solid animation and design fundamentals, strong technical skills, critical, analytical thinking skills and good communication skills. .
DEGREE LEVEL 1 |
Year 1 focuses on many aspects of the fundamentals in animation and design skillsets in the creative industry, especially in the animation field. You will explore thoroughly on different animation techniques ranging from 2D traditional to CG animation.
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DEGREE LEVEL 2 |
Year 2 involves the development of animated content in greater depth, that emphasise on critical and analytical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. This includes character creation, character performance, motion design, rigging, effects and simulation. You will also gain production experience through industrial training towards the end of the second year.
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INTERNSHIP (16 WEEKS) |
Students will undertake a short Internship/ Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
DEGREE LEVEL 3 |
In Year 3, you will be specialised in your area of interest to produce a series of animation project which showcases your significant talent and ability to work in a team. Emphasis is placed on professional practice in preparation for graduation and greater employment prospect through animation.
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MQA COMPULSORY SUBJECTS* |
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(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.) | |
COLLABORATIVE INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS
| APU is recognised as the First Toon Boom Centre of Excellence (COE) in Malaysia! The Toon Boom Centre of Excellence program recognises key academic institutions that are contributing, at an exceptional level, to the teaching of the latest industry techniques and technology in storyboarding and animation. Under the COE Certification, our students are entitled to various privileges such as Free Desktop Subscription of the award-winning software and granted full assess to Toon Boom Learning Resources. |
STUDENT PORTFOLIOS
Animation Showreel 2022
Ninja Omali by Lina Elbarawy, Elvis Wairia & Ayesha Nabila - SoMAD
Peegoo Pigeon by Adrian Au Tak Fung
Burn-out by Gyeth John Ojur Dennis
Animation Showreel 2021
"Sister" - Short Animation Film by Sharon Ng, Waad Al Alawi & Elaine Wong
"Layla" - Short Animation Film by Waad Sayed Hameed Al Alawi
"Cup of Joe" - Short Animation Film by Yee Sook May
CINTIQ DRAWING STUDIO
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CAREER OPTIONS
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COURSE FEES
Malaysian Students | International Students |
Year 1: RM 31,700 | Year 1: RM 32,000 (USD 8,000) |
* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
MQA ACCREDITATION
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(R/0211/6/0034)(07/29)(MQA/FA11863) |
| All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement. |
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