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Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) in Multimedia

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) in Multimedia

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) in Multimedia

(R2/0611/6/0003)(05/28)(MQA/FA 2659)
Intakes: March, June/July & Sept/Oct
Mode of Study: Full Time
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 120
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ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME

The world today is changing rapidly and everyone is experiencing changes in the medium used in their daily activities. The growth in the use of technology has accelerated in recent years. Students may have a deep interest in the roots of technology and how things we use today came about. You may have be inspired to be tomorrow’s creative innovator of IT, especially in the field of Multimedia.

Multimedia can be defined as a combination of text, images, animation, graphics, audio and video. It is a more enjoyable and informative experience compared to plain text. Multimedia applications may include many types of media which involve the programming of code and enhanced user interaction.

Who should take this programme?

Multimedia can be an exciting field for creative individuals who are also tech savvy. If you are interested in image and video editing, graphic design, interactive media design, 3D modelling, animation, game design, desktop publishing and print design, and everything in this line, then multimedia is the right course for you. Through this programme, you will learn in depth about how to come up with the things you use and see every day.

What should I expect?

You will learn in detail about the multimedia elements (text, image, video, audio and animation) and how to manipulate them into making something new and interesting.

You will be equipped with strong knowledge in the authoring process and creative media production, through a combination of individual and practical group projects and lecture materials.

You will also be exposed to a broad range of subjects that reflect established and emerging industry best practice. It aims to produce graduates who are equipped to analyse and resolve multimedia design and production.

An important feature of this programme is practical problem solving in multi-disciplinary teams using current and emerging technologies. Therefore, you will learn to transform 2D graphics into 3D and incorporate them into games, mobile application and computer programmes.

What will I learn?

In the first year, usually the students will learn the basics of computing and programming. Gradually, in the following semesters, students will be exposed into more specialised multimedia subjects such as Multimedia Authoring, Digital Audio and Video, Multimedia Programming, Digital Imaging, Computer Animation etc.

Student will learn and practice to use multimedia authoring tools such as Adobe applications (Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc) to edit various media accordingly to create multimedia presentation, simple games, information kiosks, websites, animation, short films and many other interactive applications.

Why studying this course is a smart choice?

Because of its usefulness in today's technologically advanced society, Multimedia is among the most popular fields of study in IT for its interesting range of subjects and career prospects. As Multimedia becomes increasingly demanding to businesses, both from the marketing and operational standpoints, opportunities in this field continue to grow.

What are the career prospects?

Upon graduation, students can begin their successful career in various industries such as multimedia design and development, graphic design, web design, advertisement, entertainment production etc. Being in this field and working in this area allow graduates to balance their creative side with their skills in technology. Hand drawings and computer generated images are both used in this line of work.

CHECK IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE

STPM Minimum 2 Principal Passes and a C in SPM Mathematics or its equivalent
Diploma Minimum CGPA of 2.50 and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent. Applicant with CGPA above 2.00 and a credit in Mathematics may apply for admission pending internal assessment.
A-Level Minimum 2 Principal Passes and a C in O-Level Mathematics
UEC Minimum 5Bs (including Mathematics)
Foundation / Matriculation Minimum CGPA of 2.00 and a C in SPM Mathematics
SAM/HSC/AUSMAT TER/UAI: average 60% or higher in 5 subjects (including Mathematics)
CPU/CIMP Average of 60% or higher in 6 subjects (including Mathematics)
IB 26 points or higher based on 6 subjects
Other Qualifications As recognised by the Senate of IUKL as equivalent to STPM
UEC: United Examination Certificate,
HND: Higher National Diploma,
SAM: South Australian Matriculation,
HSC: Higher School Certificate,
AUSMAT: Australian Matriculation,
CPU: Canadian Pre-University,
CIMP: Canadian International Matriculation Programme,
IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma,
STPM: Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia,
SPM: Sijil Peperiksaan Malaysia
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
IELTS 5
TOEFL (PBT) 500
TOEFL (IBT) 60
PTE 59
MUET BAND 4
Cambridge English 169

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

Year 1

Fundamental of Information Technology, Fundamentals of Multimedia, Story and Narration, Programming Fundamentals, Computer Architecture, Database Concepts, Discrete Structure, System Analysis & Design, Interactive Skills, Technical & Professional Communication, MPU Subjects (U1, U2)

Free Modules Subjects: Introduction to E-Commerce, Business Economics, Organization Management, Basic Marketing, K-Management, Basic Accounting & Finance, Human Communication, Effective Reading Skills, Innovation Management, Creative Writing, Land Economics & Property Market, Foreign Languages

Field Elective Subjects: Cyber Law, Desktop Publishing and Print Design, Artificial Intelligence, Human Computer Interaction, Introduction to Corporate Multimedia

Year 2

Instructional Design, Object Oriented Programming, Digital Imaging, Ethics And Professional Conducts, Digital Audio and Video,  Data Communication and Networking, Interactive Visual Communication, MPU Subjects (U3), Human Computer Interaction

Free Modules Subjects: Introduction to E-Commerce, Business Economics, Organization Management, Basic Marketing, K-Management, Basic Accounting & Finance, Human Communication, Effective Reading Skills, Innovation Management, Creative Writing, Land Economics & Property Market, Foreign Languages

Field Elective Subjects:  Cyber Law, Desktop Publishing and Print Design, Artificial Intelligence, Introduction to Corporate Multimedia, Mobile Programming, Web Content Management, Information Security System, Vector Graphic

Year 3

Computer Animation, Internet Programming, IT Project I, IT Project II, MPU Subjects (U4), 3D Animation, Post Production

Free Modules Subjects: Introduction to E-Commerce, Business Economics, Organization Management, Basic Marketing, K-Management, Basic Accounting & Finance, Human Communication, Effective Reading Skills, Innovation Management, Creative Writing, Land Economics & Property Market, Foreign Languages

Field Elective Subjects: Cyber Law, Desktop Publishing and Print Design, Artificial Intelligence, Introduction to Corporate Multimedia, Industrial Training / Apprenticeship

HOW MUCH YOU NEED TO PAY

MALAYSIAN STUDENTS
Tuition Fees RM51,600.00
Deposit (Refundable) RM250.00
Insurance RM70.00/year
Other Fees Sem S/Sem
Library
Student Club		 RM160.00
RM80.00		 RM80.00
RM40.00
Total Fees (Approximate) RM53,900.00
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Tuition Fees RM54,000.00
Caution Fee (Refundable) RM1,500.00
International Student Administrative Fee RM6,300.00
Medical Insurance RM600.00/year
Medical Examination RM250.00/year
Visa Processing RM360.00/year
Other Fees Sem S/Sem
Library
Student Club		 RM160.00
RM80.00		 RM80.00
RM40.00
Total Fees (Approximate) RM64,700.00

To view complete fee structure for Malaysian Students, please click HERE

To view complete fee structure for International Students, please click HERE

CAREER CHOICES

  • Multimedia Designer
  • Webmaster
  • Interface Designer
  • Multimedia Producer
  • Computer Game Designer
  • Props Designer and Animator
  • Photographers
  • Video Producers
  • Graphic Designers

MORE ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME

How much will I make?

The average salary for an Animator/ Multimedia Designer is RM 30,000 per year. But, of course, your salary will also depend on the company that you work for.

A word of advice.

Creativity and good eyes are an added asset to join this programme.

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