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SCHOOL OF THE ARTS   |  UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA

BFA Product Design with Honours

Where innovation meets aesthetics to shape your world.

PRODUCT DESIGN

Product Design merges Design, Science, and Engineering to improve Function and Appearance.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Product Design with Honours program at the School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a comprehensive and rigorous course that prepares students for a career in product design. This four-year program focuses on developing students' design skills, creativity, and critical thinking abilities while equipping them with technical skills in various design tools and software.

The program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in design theory, aesthetics, and human-centered design. Students will learn about various design methodologies, research techniques, and design history to help them understand the role of design in society and its impact on people's lives. The curriculum also emphasizes the importance of sustainable design practices and ethical considerations in product design.

Throughout the program, students will undertake a range of design projects that will challenge them to apply their learning to real-world scenarios. They will work on projects individually and in teams, collaborating with industry partners, and gaining valuable experience in problem-solving, prototyping, and production processes.

The program's faculty comprises experienced academics and industry professionals who bring their expertise to the classroom, providing students with insights into the latest trends and techniques in product design. The School of the Arts, USM has state-of-the-art facilities, including design studios, workshops, and computer labs, where students can work on their design projects and experiment with various materials and techniques.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Product Design with Honours program will be well-prepared for a career in the product design industry. They will have a solid grounding in design theory and practice, as well as technical skills in design tools and software. They will also have the ability to work collaboratively and independently, using their creativity and critical thinking abilities to develop innovative and sustainable design solutions.

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 Admission Requirements

Minimum entry requirements to all programmes are Malaysian Higher School Certificate of Education and Malaysian Certificate of Education with a credit pass in Bahasa Malaysia. Applicants with previous professional/industrial experience may be accepted in lieu of some, or all, of the formal academic requirements.

 

As for the international students, academic qualifications which are considered to be equivalent will be placed into consideration. Applicants will be advised on the matter.

  • STPM with PNGK 2.00, MUET-band 2, interview & audition, art & design portfolio (to be reviewed during interview)

  • Matriculation with PNGK 2.00 (for applicants from matriculation programme only)

  • Diplomas with PNGK 2.00 that are recognized by the university senate (for applicants from diploma programme only) AND pass the USM interview.

For further information, please visit:USM's Admission Department

Fees
Malaysian Students

Fees
International Students

Awards Achievement

Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) Product Development and Design Program based on a Modular Flatpack Concept for Sustainable Product Applications 2026

MIFF Furniture Design Competition 2025

National Runner-Up James Dyson Award 2025

BRONZE MEDAL-4TH DIGITALIZED INTERNATIONAL INVENTION, INNOVATION & DESIGN JOHOR (DIIID2021)

Sustainable Wood Furniture Design Competition (SWFDC) 2025

Oil Palm Trunk Creativity and Innovation Challenge 2024

DEPARTMENT ENGAGEMENTS

Product Design students presenting Gift Design with industry partner Jin Huo Gold & Jewellery 2025

International Design Summer Camp - USM with Telkom University (Indonesia)

Strategic Engagement Between SOTA USM & Local Furniture Industry

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Start your academic adventure with us!

For further information please contact:
Mdm. Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid
Chairperson
Product Design
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04-653 4652

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