Graphic designing for creative minds

PTPL offers ample chances to explore one's talent

At PTPL, students who study graphic design have many opportunities to expand their knowledge.

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GRAPHIC designing involves working closely with creative people in the media as well as the advertising world.

It holds special interest for those interested in communication design and visual arts. This field provides ample chance to display and explore one's creative talent.

SHAH ALAM: PTPL College offers a comprehensive Diploma in Graphic Design for those interested in a career in this field.

The field of visual communication is attracting greater public attention.

One of the advantages of this programme is that students get to learn subjects that will prepare them for the real working world by providing lots of hands-on experiences.

The subjects under the course include visual communications, typography, communication skills, advertising design, interactive multimedia and software development.

These subjects will help students understand the concepts involved in communication design, and later apply the skills in their working life.

Those who complete the course will have an opportunity to become graphic designers in companies involved in desktop publishing, advertising or media.

This 21/2-year diploma programme requires a pass in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia or Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia Vokasional, with three credits in any subject, or a PTPL certificate in a relevant field with passes in all subjects.

Diploma holders can pursue higher studies at university colleges, the Management & Science University (MSU) or other institutions of higher learning.

The PTPL diploma enables students to transfer their credits to the second year of degree-level studies at MSU.

Other programmes offered by PTPL's School of Information Science & Engineering at diploma and certificate levels include electrical and electronic engineering, multimedia technology, information technology, e-commerce and computer science.