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Top reason why Raffles?

1) After SPM, you only need 3 year for Bachelor. (save time & money)
2) No foundation needed.
3) You get Australia / Singapore degree depend on courses.
4) The only private university awarded with "CaseTrust" and "Singapore Quality Class for Private Education Organization"
5) Anytime transfer to any of our college around Asia Pacific.
6) Largest education provider in Asia Pacific. Almost 30 colleges around Asia Pacific
7) Tie up with leading university-internationally recognized certificate
8) 4 intake a year (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct) for your convenience
9) Produce more than 20 award winning student every year.
10) Qualified academic staff and multicultural lecturer to provide innovative learning.
11) Career Development Centr to provide latest job and internship opportunities
12) Our awarded building with unique learning environment

Malaysia
Raffles Design Institute

Bachelor in Fashion Design
Bachelor in Fashion Marketing & Management
Advance Diploma in Fashion Design
Advance Diploma in Interior Design
Advance Diploma in Visual Communication (Graphic Design)
Advance Diploma in Interactive Media
Advance Diploma in Fashion Marketing & Management

Advance Diploma in Business (Marketing)

Advance Diploma in Psychology

Singapore
Raffles Design Institute

Bachelor in Fashion Design
Bachelor in Fashion Marketing
Bachelor in Interior Design
Bachelor in Product Design (Product)
Bachelor in Product Design (Furniture)
Bachelor in Jewellery Design
Bachelor in Graphic Design
Bachelor in Multimedia
Bachelor in Visual Com. (Animation)
Bachelor in Visual Com. (Gaming)

Top Up Master in Design
Top Up Bachelor in Fashion Design
Top Up Bachelor in Fashion Marketing
Top Up Bachelor in Interior Design
Top Up Bachelor in Product Design
Top Up Bachelor in Jewellery Design
Top Up Bachelor in Graphic Design
Top Up Bachelor in Multimedia
Top Up Bachelor in Visual Com (Gaming)
Top Up Bachelor in Visual Com (Animation)

Raffles College (Formerly known as Hartford)
Bachelor in Bussiness (Marketing)
Bachelor in Bussiness (Hospitality)
Bachelor in Bussiness (Banking & Finance)
Bachelor in Bussiness (Management)
Bachelor in Bussiness (Marketing)
Bachelor in Bussiness (Hospitality)
Bachelor in Bussiness (Banking & Finance)
Master of Business Admin (Cert by University of Wales)

Australia
RCDC (Formerly known as KvB)

Design
Master of Design
Bachelor of Design
Certiificate II in Art and Design (For SPM)
Advance Diploma in Multimedia
Diploma in Multimedia

Commerce
Master of commerce
Bachelor of commerce

Oxygen project By Raffles Student

Our Success Students

Award Winner List Jan 08

Award Winners A list of our recent Fashion Student and Alumni Achievements

2007
DIGI- Street Blast Fashion Design Competition
Winner- Joe Chia
Runner up - Wang Khersze

4th Springleaf Creative Awards
Student Design Category WINNER - Danny Onn Chen Wei
Category - Corporate Identity

Project Runway Malaysia
Winner- Felix Chin
Runner up – Alexandrea Yeo

Malaysian International Fashion Award
Best Avant Garde Collection – Winson Tan
Best Casual Wear Collection – Winson Tan
Most Promising Designer – Winson Tan

Malaysian Young Designer Competition (MYDC)
1st prize - Yee Kar Juen
Total Look Award - Yee Kar Juen

MODA Show
Best Outfit Award presented by Belvedere Vodka
- Winson Tan Kim Ee

Nokia L’Amour Accessory Competition
1st runner up - Karen Chong Chin Fei
Consulation Prize - Su Hui Yan

2006
Malaysian International Fashion Award
Best Avant Garde Collection – Edmund Ooi Kee Seong
Most Promising Designer - Edmund Ooi Kee Seong

Nokia Mobifilm Challenge
Winner – Sharon Tan

Triumph Designer Search
1st Prize: Joyce Wong See Fei
2nd Prize: Winson Tan Kim Ee
Consulation Prize: Tia Felicia Sidharta

Mickey Mouse T-Shirt Competition Winner - Tan Chee Yap
MODA Unity Show
Best Outfit Belvedee Vodka Award - Tan Chee Yap

2005Malaysia International Fashion Award
Best Casual Wear Designer - Venie Tee
Most Promising Designer - Venie Tee

Star Designer AwardsFinalist: Ken Yong Kum Hoe

Trofi Pesona PengantinMost Promising Designer: Theresa Thian

2004
Asian Young Fashion Designer's Contest2nd Runner-up: Kane Tan

MTMA & MATAC Fashion Design ContestWinner: Christina Yong

MODA Young Designer Award1st Runner-up: Kane Tan

Star Designer AwardsWinner: Felix Chin 2nd Runner-up: Kane Tan

2003Malaysia International Fashion Award
Best Evening Gown Designer AwardWinner: Michelle Yap
Malaysia's Most Dynamic DesignerWinner: Melinda Looi

Asian Young Fashion Designer's ContestWinner: Madeleine Wong Finalist representing Malaysia: Goh Shu Sien

Kebaya Interpretations competitionSecond Prize: Norrita Ali

The 11th China International Young Fashion Designers ContestHempel Award: Marcus Yap Keng KeongWon: Participant Country Award

10th International Fashion Design Contest, JapanFinalist: Marcus Yap

Istituto Marangoni Summer Course Scholarship AwardRecipient: Goh Pei Ying

FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


Who is RafflesDesign Institute, Kuala Lumpur?
RafflesDesign Institute, Kuala Lumpur (RDIKL) campus was officially opened in 1994 offering courses in fashion design and fashion marketing. Since then, RDIKL has introduced new courses in the area of fashion as well as Interior Design, Interactive Media Design and Visual Communication (Graphic Design).


What is RafflesDesign’s reputation in the design industry?
Over the years, the RDIKL has built a reputation for producing some of the most talented and hard working young designers in Malaysia, winning numerous local and international awards. As a result, our student’s qualifications are recognised and highly respected by local industry.


Who are the lecturers at RafflesDesign?
Our profile of lecturers comprise of professionally trained experts in the related industries from all over the world – USA, England, Finland, Canada, Singapore and Malaysia. They bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience gained from their own countries.


What qualification can I get from RafflesDesign?
After two years of intensive industry focused training, students will graduate with an internationally recognised Advanced Diploma. Students who wish to further their studies can continue a degree programme at our Beijing, Singapore, Shanghai or Sydney campuses.

When can I start my studies?
There are 4 terms a year commencing in January, April, July and October. Each term is 3 months in duration.

What are the entry requirements?
All applicants must have at least 3 credits at SPM.

Can I apply for module exemptions completed at another college?
Yes. However, you will need to present your portfolio (if applicable), transcripts and descriptions of completed modules to our admissions department for review.

Is there an English Language requirement?
Yes. All classes at RDIKL are conducted in English. Students that do not hold the minimum of a credit in English are required to sit for an English proficiency test conducted by RafflesDesign. If necessary, students are required to take the ESL programme (conducted in-house). Our ESL programme is an intensive course that covers a period of 3 months per level.









How do I apply for a Foreign Student Pass?
RDIKL will assist international students with their student pass applications. Students will need to submit the following documents to the admissions office no later than 6 weeks prior to the next commencement:
Completed application form
Application fee and first payment upon admission (bank draft / Telegraphic Transfer (T/T)) made payable to Raffles Design Institute Sdn Bhd)
2 copies of applicant’s passport (all pages)
Copy of applicant’s education transcripts and certificates
8 passport size photographs
A personal history (student resume), which must include the following:
Name
Gender (sex)
Date of birth
Highest educational qualification awarded
Parents’ names
Siblings, if any
Home address and contact number
Work and education history

What are the facilities like?
RDIKL is conveniently located behind City Square Shopping Centre and minutes away from the Petronas Towers. RDIKL has just completed a new building which houses the new fashion faculty, administration office, lecture theatres, resource centre and cafeteria. It is the first of four phases planned for the present site.

Does the school provide accommodation?
RDIKL operates a hostel, which is located about 20 minutes walk from the campus. We provide a bed, mattress, wardrobe, air-conditioning, dining table, kitchen with cooking facilities, broadband internet, cable television and 24-hour security.
The rates are:
-Twin Sharing is RM650 each per month (including electricity and water bill)
-Single Occupancy is RM1300 each per month (including electricity and water bill)
The above rates are subject to change.

The Admissions office will assist students who are interested to look for accommodation near the School. Kindly approach them for details and information.

Does your school provide scholarship award?
Yes. RDIKL offers its top students scholarships to complete a Bachelor of Design programme in Singapore. We also offer scholarships through the Star Education Fund.

Can I transfer my studies to other RafflesDesign colleges in other countries? How does the credit transfer work?
Yes, credits are transferable to other schools, depending on whether the specialisation is conducted at that school. Programmes conducted at the other Raffles schools are identical and credits will be given for all modules successfully completed. However, immigration requirements vary for student visa/pass approvals.








If I would like to transfer to another Raffles college, will my fees be affected? Will there be any charges incurred?
Fees paid in advanced will be calculated and transferred to the new location of study, after deduction of the transfer fees.

What course materials are required? Are textbooks included in the course fees? If not, are they compulsory?
Requirements vary depending on which course you choose. The admissions department can assist with individual course requirements. Textbooks are not included, however most classes provide handouts to complete coursework. Students are encouraged to buy recommended textbooks advised by their lecturers.

Raffles Design Institute are popular with design subjects, can I say that your Business Administration course is not so good?
Business students are afforded the opportunity to study in a creative environment, providing new perspectives on business practices.

I do not meet the requirements for admission. However, I have many years of work experience. Will my application be considered?
An applicant maybe considered with relevant work experience and portfolio. Final approval will be determined after an interview with the Programme Co-ordinator or Vice Dean.


How do I contact RafflesDesign Institute?

We are located at:
62 Jalan Damai
Off Jalan Ampang
55000 Kuala Lumpur

Near Putra LRT (Ampang Park)

Our Faculty in KL

Our winning faculty-Best inspire building
Awarded reason: Give inspiration for designing in many aspect from different angle. Try experience studying in a bungalow view college rather than a big hectic building.

Activities

About Raffles Education Corporation

RafflesDesignInstitute was established in 1990 as an educational institution dedicated to the professional design disciplines of Fashion, Fashion Marketing & Management, Interior, Architecture, Multimedia, 3D Design and Visual Communication (Graphic Design) etc. The curriculum is designed to be an incubation hub to develop creative professionals and entrepreneurs. State-of-the-art technology applications and exposure to work with industry professionals align students with current industry practices.

RafflesDesign's philosophy is to strive for dynamic excellence for students in their chosen profession and ultimately to excel beyond their peers. Our international team of lecturers and practitioners share their years of experience as well as their enthusiasm for creativity, professional ethics and practices in the industry. Employed from the USA, UK, Canada, Columbia, Peru, Egypt, Taiwan, Australia and Singapore, they bring with them a wealth of technical knowledge and experience which they impart with commitment, creating an intensive international learning environment that is rich in creativity.

Our learning environment is characterized by the promotion of enterprise and working links within the industry and other working professionals. Vocational outcomes and employability of students are emphasized, as are creative and analytical approaches that encourage individual judgment and self-awareness. RafflesDesign's programmes include industry placement of students, giving them the opportunity to work on projects that enhance their experience and portfolios. During work attachment, students establish valuable networks with companies that often become their future employers.

Asia Pacific Network
RafflesDesign is recognized as the leading design educational provider in major cities all over the world: Bangkok (Thailand), Beijing, Changchun, Guangzhou, Huizhou, Shanghai (China), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Singapore, Sydney (Australia) and Auckland (New Zealand). Our flexible inter-school transfer scheme allows students to study at any of our schools and experience living in another country. Our entire school network follows the same academic calendar ensuring no study time is lost when transferring and all prior subjects successfully completed will be accredited and recognized.