StudyLink logoHome
Students on a university campus

Masters Degrees in Design in Malaysia

Highlighted course

Product Design Postgraduate Diploma

School of The Arts (SOTA), USM Malaysia

Find out more

Looking for your first degree in Design? See bachelors degrees in Design in Malaysia

Study a Design Masters in Malaysia in 2025

A masters degree in design is an opportunity develop your knowledge and skills. You will be able to blend classroom study with practical experience, and build on the foundation you created at undergraduate level. Your degree will cover more advanced topics, preparing you for a future in the design industry.

Admission requirements normally include a bachelors degree in a subject related to design, and proof of language proficiency. International students usually have to pay tuition fees, but can often access scholarships and grants. You can find out more about this on the course pages here on StudyLink or on the institution websites.

Design graduates can choose to move on to further education, such as a PhD, or pursue a career. Job roles could include UX designer, creative director, and branding and marketing manager, among others.

Malaysia

Malaysia is a great study abroad destination for students who want to explore a diverse and vibrant country. There are lots of different ethnic groups and cultures who all mingle peacefully, and you can take advantage of the modern cities, gorgeous beaches and interesting rainforests. Malaysia's higher education system is still relatively young, but is developing rapidly. This is demonstrated by the fact that there are several of Malaysia's universities consistently included in the QS World University rankings top 500.

See our detailed guide to studying in Malaysia for international students.

Sign up to StudyLink.com

Sign up to StudyLink.com, the home of quality study abroad advice.

Sign up now
Students with books and test tubes

Other Postgraduate Creative Arts, Design & Communication courses in Malaysia

International study advice

Read our selection of advice articles for those looking to start on their study abroad adventure. Covering topics from study visas, applications, funding and choosing the right course and institution:

World map on a blackboard
Deciding to study abroad: The first steps

Read StudyLink's suggestions on your first steps when deciding where to study abroad, with helpful tips to make your decision easier.

A camera, a visa and a world map
International Study Visas

Find out more about international student visas for studying abroad, as well as how, where and when to apply for yours.

Person holding a compass
How to choose the ideal study destination for you

In this article we look at how to approach choosing where in the world you would like to study.

Students reading a book
English Language Testing for International Students

Find out more about English language tests, your options and what is required as an overseas student.

More Advice and Guidance for Studying Abroad