Special Event Classes
Our event classes immerse students in traditional and modern Japanese arts, from tea ceremonies to anime workshops, guided by experts.
＋JAPAN
We are Malaysia's first Japanese college, featuring guidance from Japanese lecturers and cooperation with our schools in Japan. By incorporating both Malaysian and Japanese education, we aim to create synergy in both countries and become a school that is truly one of its kind.
日本とのつながり
Connection with Japan
Classes by Japanese & Malaysian Lecturers
Professional Malaysian and Japanese lecturers will be in charge of the lessons, blending creative education from both countries for global creative careers.
Real-time Online Lessons
State-of-the-art technology enables live lessons by Japanese teachers, career guidance, and direct feedback, fostering connections between Malaysian and Japanese students.
Special Workshops & Seminars
Students gain growth opportunities through workshops led by Japanese professionals, thanks to our sister schools' extensive networks.
Malaysia-Japan Exchanges
Interactive exchanges with our Japanese sister school create a unique learning environment for cross-cultural collaboration and creativity.
Internships & Study Trips to Japan
Students can intern at Japanese studios, meet manga artists, and experience professional training through exchange programmes.
Artist Debut & Exhibitions
Excellent students have a chance to participate in the manga/illustration reviews, get advice from professional editor and even an opportunity to exhibit artworks in Tokyo Art Museum.
Industry Collaboration
Practical projects with creative companies help students tackle real-world challenges, enhancing their readiness for the professional world.
日本からの特別ゲスト
Special Guest from Japan
We offer opportunities to learn from special guests invited from Japan, allowing students to gain practical insights and experience the latest trends through lectures and interactive sessions.
Lemon Natsume
Professional illustrator that works in both digital and analogue artworks. Has collaborations with Japanese Holbein Paint. Currently teaching in NDS Kyushu.
Maki Ashiya
A Japanese painter & illustrator. She loves creating images with the sense of light and temperature that feel both cold and warm.
Yoshimi Kurata
Member of Manga Japan and a director of the Japan Cartoonists Association.
Daisuke Miyatsu
President of the Yokohama University of Art and Design. Popularly known as the Salaryman Collector, advocating art, education and Director of the Mori Art Museum.
キャリアサポート
Student & Career Support
With collaborations with local and foreign companies, we have a close network with Japanese creative companies where we can provide support for your debut and employment.
日本への編入
Transfer to Japan
Graduates from NDS Malaysia can apply for advance admission into the NDS Tokyo campus.
Transferable Programmes
- 01 Illustration programme
- 02 Comic Illustration programme
- 03 Manga programme
Requirements
- 01 JLPT N2 or higher
- 02 Interview conducted by NDS japan staff
- 03 Pass in japanese language test
- 04 Completed diploma in NDS Malaysia
Admission
Applicants who wish to transfer to NDS Tokyo must complete the application process by the end of December in the previous year.
※Transfer to Japan is ONLY available in April.
Fees
Bridging classes may apply in fulfilment of graduating hours to the Japanese Government. Please refer to the fee structure from Japan's NDS brochure for the basic outline. *additional cost may apply depending on the subject and the currency changes*