First City UC has launched the annual event for Diploma in Interactive Design & Interior Design titled ‘STARDUST Diploma Showcase April 2018’ which commences from 18th April to 20th April 2018 at its modern urban campus in Bandar Utama.

The private launch was graced by First City UC’s Director, Y Bhg Prof Tan Sri Dato’ (Dr) Teo Chiang Liang, Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr. Mak Chai, Chief Operating Officer, Ms Yeong Yin Cheng, Dean Faculty of Design and Build Environment, Ms. Siow Yin Yoong, potential employers, corporate partners, faculty staff, students, parents and the public.

With more than two decades of academic excellence, First City UC takes pride in its design events by striving in commitment to meet the demand for creative designers by highlighting top-notch graduates who will be assets to the design industry.

Professor Dr. Mak Chai, First City UC’s Vice-Chancellor, said in his opening speech “The Stardust exhibition is to present the achievements of the students to industrial partners for a strong support.”

The event saw wearable works of art presented by the Diploma in Interactive Design as a part of their syllabus study. The thirteen (13) pairs of canvas shoes are all designed and painted by the students and were displayed eye-catchingly.

The ongoing three-day public viewing exhibition features thirty-five (35) outstanding creations produced by the Art & Design diploma students, exploring the influence of their experiences and skills developed in First City UC over their final year project. The fourteen (14) weeks ‘LIVE’ projects proposed by a Creative and Communication industry partner were not only accomplished successfully but have also wowed the attended industry partners and other attendees.

At the event, the Art & Design diploma students’ ingenious design creations comprised various brands from carbonated beverage, bread spread, cosmetic to sweet confectionery that served a focal point and platform at the ‘STARDUST’ exhibition as graduating students by exposing their portfolio to their parents, friends, public and potential employers.

Wong Kai Ying, a first class student in Diploma in Interior Design, presented her exhibit of pottery store and service concept shared, “It was a great experience organizing this event and working together as a group.

“And I have interest in making pottery art but here in Malaysia there aren’t many pottery stores or services for people to try out and I feel our country should have more pottery stores for people to understand it better, Wong added.”

The word ‘STARDUST’ in the title is shadowed by an innovative logo that signifies the exhibition. The theme of the showcase was expressed with a logo in the shape of a star to symbolize the students’ study journey in First City UC. The small star located in the middle of the logo signifies the beginning of their journey when the students started their studies. When viewed in its entirety, the star illustrates how the students have grown in wisdom and experience as they work together, united for this occasion.

In First City UC, students may commence with the Foundation in Art & Design programme. This one year course enables students to gain experience in practical studio work, 2D and 3D design, research, and writing. It develops students’ skills in visual analysis, fundamental drawing, color studies, research and critical writing skills and creates pathways for students to enroll in Bachelor’s degree programmes such as, BA (Hons) Furniture & Product Design, BA (Hons) Graphic Design, BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design and BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing.

Alternatively, students can choose to pursue diploma programmes if they already have a clear interest in specific programmes. After two years of studies, students should acquire an advanced standing to continue to Year 2 of related degree programmes at First City UC. The Faculty of Design & Built Environment is equipped with state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities such as a Laser Cutter, 3D Printing Studio Electronic Vacuum Forming Machine, Wood Workshop, Macintosh and PC Lab, White Canvass gallery, and Photography Studio.

First City UC is renowned for producing award-winning and highly sought after graduates. Placing emphasis on student achievements, First City UC showcases the students’ projects and portfolios in specially-designed public exhibitions which attract potential employers, corporations and the public, where in many instances students of First City UC are offered employment on the spot by industry leaders.

To ensure constant association with industry leaders to expose students into the ever-growing design industry, the institution collaborates with Kuala Lumpur-Selangor Furniture Association (KLSFIA) and professional bodies such as Wrega (The Graphic Design Association of Malaysia) and the Malaysia Institute of Interior Design (MiiD) to enable students in the design programmes to be in touch with the profession. Recognising the importance of industry exposure, the institution pays the subscription fees for its students’ membership for the association annually. First City UC also has an established relationship with the MiiD where students and staff are active members.

Affordable quality education

First City University College provides value for money education and financial assistance in the form of scholarships, incentives and attractive discounts. Various types of scholarships are offered to those in needs or to academically exceptional students, including the Founder’s Scholarship – Teo Soo Cheng Foundation, Merit Scholarship, Sports Scholarship, UEC Scholarship, Student Leader and Top Office Bearer Scholarship and Sibling Incentive.

Students can apply for these scholarships based on their SPM/O-levels, STPM/ A-level, or UEC results. Alumni Incentives are available for current students who intend to study new programmes.

For more photos, please visit: https://firstcity.edu.my/en/gallery/photo/stardust-diploma-showcase-april-2018/