Turn Your Creativity Into a Career at The One Academy
World’s No.1 Creative School (Rookies 2024) • Explore Foundation, Diploma & UK Degree Pathways.
Established in 1991 as a private art college, The One Academy of Communication Design quickly proved its worth by producing industry-ready graduates. From its humble beginnings in a double-storey shop lot in Bandar Sunway, it has grown into a 25-storey campus with upgraded facilities and amenities, alongside the launch of The One Academy Penang.
Why Study at The One Academy
Train at Malaysia’s No.1 Creative School, where world-class mentors from Pixar, Cannes Lions and top studios guide you through an intensive 3-year design journey. TOA graduates leave with job-ready skills, award-winning portfolios, and qualifications that are globally recognised - making them the top choice for employers in the creative industry.
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Degree Programmes
The One Academy partners with the University of Hertfordshire to offer a full 3+0 UK Degree - enabling you to pursue a globally recognised UK design education locally, with the option to study abroad.
KPT/JPS(R2/214/6/0086)10/23 (A9124)
BA (Hons) Digital Media Design
Equips students with practical and theoretical skills in web, social media, immersive, and experiential design to become future-ready digital design leaders.
KPT/JPS(R2/213/6/0135)11/23 (A9123)
BA (Hons) Graphic Design: Advertising & Branding
Trains designers to go beyond conventions, embrace entrepreneurial thinking, and harness digital tools to solve contemporary design challenges.
KPT/JPS(R/581/6/0045)2/24 (MQA/FA11216)
BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design
Gain and apply skills in Interior Architecture and Design, focusing on creatively enhancing existing and new spaces.
Diploma Programmes
These full-time 3-year Diploma programmes are thoughtfully structured to provide a more immersive learning experience – allowing time for deeper skill development, creative exploration, and a professional-level portfolio that meets industry expectations.
KPT/JPS (R2/211/4/0147)4/26 (A1826)
Diploma in Visual Communication Design
Combines art and strategy to shape brands, market products, grow businesses, and support social impact.
KP/JPS (R3/213/4/0289)11/26 (A7675)
Diploma in Digital Animation
Cultivate creative and technical skills to craft compelling stories and visuals in the world of Animation.
KP/JPS(N/213/4/0327)10/27 (PA8826)
Diploma in Film Visual Effects
Combines live-action and digital imagery to create realistic environments that can't be filmed in the real world.
KP/JPS(R3/213/4/0317)11/26 (A7674)
Diploma in Illustration
Transforms ideas and emotions into visuals, allowing artists to express stories, thoughts, and feelings through creative imagery.
KP/JPS(R3/213/4/0290)11/28 (A7609)
Diploma in Digital Media Design
Nurtures talent to adapt to digital trends and thrive in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven economy.
KP/JPS(R2/214/4/0185)10/29 (A7587)
Diploma in Interior Design
Create interior spaces with practical, well-researched design solutions that balance function and quality.
KP/JPS(R2/212/4/0056)10/29 (MQA/FA1580)
Diploma in Fashion Design & Pattern Making
Harnesses imagination, creativity, and intellect to shape and redefine fashion culture in a fast-evolving industry.
KP/JPS(R/211/4/0008)3/23 (MQA/FA1738)
Diploma in Fine Arts
Nurtures refined talents in fine arts, grounded in global movements to express ideas and emotions through art.
Certificate & Foundation Programmes
A pathway designed to prepare you for advanced studies in art and design - equipping you with the creative thinking, technical skills, and industry awareness trusted by professionals worldwide.
Foundation in Communication Design
Builds a strong foundation for students to succeed in Year 1 to 3 of art and design studies.
Foundation in Interior Architecture Design
Provides core skills and knowledge to prepare students for advanced interior architecture and design at Levels 4–6.
Interested in our Programmes?
Apply now and transform your future in the creative industry!
Student Showcase
Graduates Success
Chong Fei Giap
Founder & Creative Director
Running Snail Studio, Malaysia
Nicholas Quek Way Wern
Lead Animator
PlayStation Studios, Malaysia
Cammy Aw Wan Zhing
Co-Founder & Design Director
DOS Design Studio, Ecuador
Sia Nyuk Fung
Co-Dev Art Director
Playground Games, United Kingdom
Aston Lai Chee Yen
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Spectro Visuals, China
Seah Ze Lin
International Fine Artist & Senior Lecturer
The One Academy, Malaysia
Alex Phung Chun Chen
Vice President & Chief Creative Officer
BlueFocus Digital, China
Andrea Goh
Layout (Camera & Staging) Lead
Pixar Animation Studios, USA
A World-Class Panel of Educators
Claude Comair
DigiPen Institute of Technology Founder & President
Co-founded Nintendo Software Technology
Computer Science & Game Design Mentor
IDr Lai Siew Hong
Co-Founder of Blu Water Studio
Past President of MIID
Interior Architecture Mentor
Thomas Hongtack Kim
Chief Creative Officer of Paulus Seoul
Cannes Lions Jury
Advertising & Graphic Design Mentor
Eduardo Pena
The Hobbit Movie & Game Concept Artist
Movie & Game Art Mentor
Andrew Gordon
Former Animator at Disney Pixar
3D Animation Mentor
Huat Lim
Renowned International Architect
Interior Architecture Head
Veronique Beaumont
COO of ESMOD International
Luxury Fashion Strategist
Prasanna Ghali
Senior VP of DigiPen
Computer Science Director
Leo Chong
Digital Illustration Expert
Illustration Head
Gan Chin Lee
Recognised Malaysian Fine Artist
Fine Arts Head
Cheang Lin Yew
Asia's Distinguished Digital Media Designer
Digital Media Design Head
Contact Us
The One Academy of Communication Design
199101000237 (210547-P) DK092 (B)
The One Academy (Bandar Sunway Campus)
Block B4, Leisure Commerce Square,
No. 9, Jalan PJS 8/9,
46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
+603-7875 5510
[email protected]
The One Academy (Penang Campus)
No. 33, Jalan Anson,
10400 Penang, Malaysia.
+604-210 3000
[email protected]