Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
Digital Media Production

THE UNCONVENTIONAL COMPUTING AND DESIGN SCHOOL

“Future-thinking syllabus that produces computing wizards & creative creators.”

THE BEST STREAMLINED SYLLABUS

Our syllabus is a direct result of in-depth analysis and collaboration with industry partners to ensure graduates are employable and able to integrate seamlessly into industry needs. The curriculum is designed to evolve alongside technological advances, industry needs, and professional practices.

Creative Media:

UOW Malaysia is the Malaysian market leader for a holistic game development degree program; the course is endorsed by Codemasters Studios and recognised experts in the local industry. The program’s syllabus and industry insights produce sought-after graduates, drawing many national and international studios to headhunt and handpick talents before they even graduate. With three specialised streams to choose from, our program offers one of the most comprehensive game development courses—ideal for students looking for a top-tier game development course in Malaysia.

As part of the entertainment industry ecosystem, UOW Malaysia also offers programs in Digital Media Production and Graphic Design Technology, where students learn from the best in the industry. Our academic staff are industry practitioners—from writing award-winning screenplays to producing visual effects for TV series. Students are regularly involved in production and credited in films, making them industry-ready and focused.

Computing:

UOW Malaysia recognises the importance of bridging the gap between academic content and industry practice in computing. Regardless of the chosen stream, students are grounded in programming, algorithmic thinking, application design, and system testing—essential skills for today’s software engineering and computer science course graduates.

UOW Malaysia offer programs across 3 out of 4 major facets of computing, as defined by the Association for Computing Machinery, the world’s largest scientific and educational society for computing:

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Information Systems

These pathways align with the growing demand for digital skills and appeal to students aiming for competitive software engineer salary outcomes in Malaysia and abroad. Whether you’re starting with an IT course or specialising in advanced software development, our programs are built for long-term relevance.

“Our strong industry collaborations benefit students who actively engage with potential employers before even graduating.”

Strategic Partnerships:

We work with selected industry partners and organisations to provide practical tools, training content, and real-world exposure. Students gain experience through collaborations with global tech players such as the IEEE Computer Society and Ouandatics (M) Sdn. Bhd. As an academic partner for Epic Games’ Unreal Engine in Southeast Asia, UOW Malaysia students stay ahead with the latest in real-time development tools, especially valuable for those pursuing careers in game development or creative media.

Certification Ready:
Students are also prepared for external and professional certification exams as part of their program, making them more marketable and agile in an evolving job landscape.

MyGameDev Talent Development Initiative:
In 2012, UOW Malaysia was awarded a PEMANDU Entry Point Project under Malaysia’s Economic Transformation Plan to spearhead and lead the game development industry in Malaysia. The MyGameDev cluster promotes a high-income, sustainable creative economy by producing a critical mass of skilled graduates.

This initiative focuses on talent development, awareness, and collaboration across institutions and industry players to ensure a consistent talent pipeline, where institutions are not only creating industry-ready graduates but also cultivating post-secondary students primed for future roles in game development, creative media, and tech-integrated design.