FOUNDATION IN ART & DESIGN OVERVIEW
The Foundation in Art & Design is a one-year programme that provides a general art & design education which enables students to gain experience in practical studio work as well as 2D and 3D design and research.
Furthermore, the programme develops a student’s skills in visual analysis, fundamental drawing, color studies, and critical writing skills. These skills will be crucial for their future Bachelor Degree programme.
- Students will become artists in the classical sense of the profession, and at the same time experimenters
- Students will be knowledgable in the theory and practice of contemporary art & design,
- Students will develop their creative potential and critical thinking as young artists.
• Introductory & Diagnostic Projects
– Visual Analysis
– Colour Studies
– Fundamental of 2D & 3D Designs
– Workshops (Printmaking, Photography and Computer)
• Drawing 1
– Basic Skill and Techniques
• Critical Studies 1
– Research and Critical Writing
– History and Theory of Art & Design
• English 1
– Academic Writing Skills
– Grammar and Mechanics
• Pre Specialist Projects
– Applied 2D and 3D Designs
– Applied Drawing and Colour
• Drawing 2
– Advanced Skills and Techniques
• Critical Studies 2
– Research and Critical Writing
– History and Theory of Art & Design
• English 2
– Academic Writing Skills
– Research and Presentation Skills
• Specialist Projects
– Final Project: Indication towards choice of degree studies in various specialisations: Graphic Design, Interior Architecture & Design, Furniture & Product Design and Fashion Marketing
• Drawing 3
– Drawing in Specialised Areas
This programme prepares students for undergraduate degree studies in Design & Built Environment.
Minimum 5 credits (including English)
Minimum 3Bs (including English)
Minimum 5 credits (including English)
Other equivalent qualifications which are recognized by the Malaysian government
Note: Portfolio review required
