The Design School at Taylor's

Ranked Top 100 in the world for Art & Design, the School is home to a community of creative talent from across the region, with graduates highly sought after by leading design firms and creative agencies.

Through personalised mentorship in our competitive range of design programmes, we empower students to understand the needs and behaviours of consumers, challenge conventions, and think outside the box. Our diverse disciplines cover a wide spectrum of design and creative media, including interior design, graphic design, new media design, animation, visual effects, and entertainment design.

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Find Your Path at Taylor’s Open Day: 1, 2, 8 and 9 August

Ready to turn your knowledge and passion into real-world impact? Explore our world-class learning environment and industry connections at a university ranked #272 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and awarded the prestigious MyQUEST 2022 ‘Competitive’ rating by MoHE.

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OUR PROGRAMMES

World's Top 100 for Art & Design

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The Design School at Taylor's has been ranked 61st for Art & Design by QS Subject Ranking 2026.

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The Design School at Taylor's x Diamond & Platinum

The Design School at Taylor’s and Diamond & Platinum chose five winning students’ jewellery designs, with one set selected for commercial production in a 2026 collection, highlighting industry-linked learning.

STARGAZE - Georgetown Festival 2019 'When Night Falls'

Our students participated in Georgetown Festival 2019 'When Night Falls'. They were selected as one of the 10 finalists, with their work projected onto Penang City Hall.

Taylor’s Trio Victorious In Card Game Design Competition By Petrosains

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Megan Ong, Linda Oktaviani, and Jessica Yeap Phay Min win 1st prize for their creative IoT card game design, earning a RM10,000 contract with Petrosains.

Wood Pencil Winner (New Blood Category), D&AD Awards, London 2017

Yap Yoong Ruey earns D&AD Wood Pencil for "Hungry to Learn" entry, becoming the first Asian university to win this prestigious global creative industry award.

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Future Learning and Innovation

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Taylor's HyFlex combines in-person, virtual, and self-paced learning, enhanced by AI guidance for a flexible, personalised learning experience.

Wide Design Network

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The Design School’s Lecture Series is conducted by leading industry professionals and is organised throughout the academic year.

Internationalisation

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Our students absorb artistic influences from different parts of the world via Activity Week, ASEAN Cultural Exchange, International Workshops and more.

Awards and Showcase

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Our students consistently make us proud each year by winning awards and put together student showcases that are the best proof of the education they get with us.

Industry Exposure

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Our design degree students engage in strategic collaborations with industry leaders to solve real-world challenges and participate in local and international showcases.

Overseas Articulation Options for The Design School at Taylor's

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We offer an exclusive transfer option to complete your design degree with our established partner universities in the Australia, expanding your global exposure.

Taylor'sphere^™ is Taylor’s University and College’s unique education ecosystem designed to nurture well-rounded graduates. It goes beyond academics by integrating three interconnected pillars:

Intellect

Sharpen critical thinking

Craft

Hone hands-on expertise

Practical Wisdom

Nurture emotional intelligence

Together, these pillars create a supportive environment where students don’t just learn — they grow, innovate, and prepare for meaningful careers and impactful lives.

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Turn Ambition Into Action

Success doesn’t happen by chance — it starts with the right foundation. Our design programmes combine academic excellence with real-world exposure, helping you develop the mindset, confidence, and capabilities to lead in a dynamic world.

EXPLORE PROGRAMMES

Every great career begins with a conversation. Make an appointment with our education counsellors to explore your interests, goals, and the programme that will help you make your mark in the design world.

Associate Professor Dr Luqman Lee

With industry exposure, internationalisation, and a wide design network, we nurture award-winning talent to make a mark in the design world.

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Ruo Ying

Ruo Ying, a third-year Actuarial Studies student from Malaysia, is always eager to connect with others and enjoys discovering new interests and expanding horizons through community involvement.

Maoon

Maoon, a final-year Biomedical Science student from the Maldives, is always eager to learn different skills. His talent for capturing Instagram-worthy photos and producing creative videos drives his ambition to inspire others through his ideas and accomplishments.

Ruka

Ruka, a Bachelor of Psychology student at Taylor's University, is from Japan but grew up in Indonesia. A fluent trilingual speaker (English, Indonesian, and Japanese), she mostly reads books and researches new topics.

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NEXT: GET INSPIRED

In this section, you get the chance to hear directly from the vibrant voices of our design school's communities. As a gathering space for insights and stories, we are excited to showcase the experiences and knowledge of our lecturers, students, alumni, and industry partners.

AI and the Creative Act: Who Is Really in Charge?

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As AI reshapes creative practice, explore why meaning, judgment and storytelling remain human, even as machines expand how designers think and create.

Which Design Degree Best Suits Your Creative Goals?

Explore three design degrees from Taylor's Design School to find the creative path that aligns with your future goals.

Know The Difference: Bachelor of Communications (Digital Media Production) vs Bachelor of Design in Creative Media

Compare Digital Media Production vs Creative Media at Taylor's University. Explore key differences, career paths, and find the right fit for your future.

Where Cultures Live: Preserving the Intangible in Interior Spaces

Dr Vickram Thevar Vijayan reveals how interiors preserve and celebrate cultural heritage through meaningful, functional design.

Emotional Threads: Unravelling Attachment in Circular Fashion

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Pull on the threads of emotional attachment—memories, identities, and feelings—influencing sustainable fashion and contributing to a circular economy!

NEXT: EXPLORE OUR FACILITIES

Our campuses offer students comprehensive features and facilities to support their learning and comfort during their studies. We strive to provide an environment conducive to learning and development.

Photography Studio

Block E, Level 1

Fully equipped with a range of lamps, diffusors, reflectors and a variety of backdrop materials.

Design Mac Labs

Block D, Level 7

Experience the latest industry standard design software and hardware.

Drawing Rooms

Block D, Level 1

Easel stands and drawing tables available for students to learn the use of a variety of media and materials.

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Multimedia Lab

Block C, Level 8

A space for students to work on their 3-dimensional (3D) and animation projects.

Printmaking Room

Block D, Level 2

Provides hands-on exposure to the printmaking processes.

Mayamode

Block A, Ground Floor

Mayamode is a fashion co-working studio designed for established, freelance, and emerging fashion designers to explore, create, and boost productivity in a dedicated design and manufacturing space.

Design Studio

Block D, Level 1; Block E, Level 1; Block E, Level 3; Block E, Level 5

A space for students to produce, refine and assemble their designs.

Undergraduate

Bachelor in Interactive Spatial Design (Honours)

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Taylor’s students using virtual reality technology for immersive simulation and interactive learning in an innovative digital environment.

Bachelor of Fashion Design Technology (Honours)

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Use the latest design technology & equipment in a course co-directed by the KL Fashion Week founder. Get exposure at Malaysia's 1st co-working fashion studio.

Bachelor of Design (Honours) In Creative Media

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Study creative media with the option to specialise in Graphic Design, UI/UX, Digital Animation and Entertainment Design at a globally top-ranked design school.

Master (Research)

Master of Design

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This flexible programme combines Arts & Sciences to promote Business & Technology, whereby design researchers collaborate with organisations for their research.

PhD (Research)

Doctor of Philosophy In Design Management

Drive innovation in this Transdisciplinary Design Leadership PhD. Formulate research and a significant problem statement that relates to design management.

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THE DESIGN SCHOOL AT TAYLOR'S

Find Your Path at Taylor’s Open Day: 1, 2, 8 and 9 August

World's Top 100 for Art & Design

The Design School at Taylor's x Diamond & Platinum

STARGAZE - Georgetown Festival 2019 'When Night Falls'

Taylor’s Trio Victorious In Card Game Design Competition By Petrosains

Wood Pencil Winner (New Blood Category), D&AD Awards, London 2017

Future Learning and Innovation

Wide Design Network

Internationalisation

Awards and Showcase

Industry Exposure

Overseas Articulation Options for The Design School at Taylor's

Intellect

Craft

Practical Wisdom

Turn Ambition Into Action

Associate Professor Dr Luqman Lee

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Ruo Ying

Maoon

Ruka

AI and the Creative Act: Who Is Really in Charge?

Which Design Degree Best Suits Your Creative Goals?

Know The Difference: Bachelor of Communications (Digital Media Production) vs Bachelor of Design in Creative Media

Where Cultures Live: Preserving the Intangible in Interior Spaces

Emotional Threads: Unravelling Attachment in Circular Fashion

An ecosystem that nurtures your intellect, creativity and practical wisdom

An ecosystem that nurtures your intellect, creativity and practical wisdom

An ecosystem that nurtures your intellect, creativity and practical wisdom

Undergraduate

Bachelor in Interactive Spatial Design (Honours)

Bachelor of Fashion Design Technology (Honours)

Bachelor of Design (Honours) In Creative Media

Master (Research)

Master of Design

PhD (Research)

Doctor of Philosophy In Design Management

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