Congratz!

What field did you studying?

I think if you got the basic skill or long time self experiences you can skip all the degree/diploma.

I applied for worldwide recruitment for Rockstar game(San Diego) as enviromental modeler & they accepted my application based on my work(which has been self-thought since year 6,I mean in 3d modeling skill) & most of time the requirement is devoid all the degree or certificate.They really looking for inner talent that you had(unless you really like the industry but didnt have any requirement skill,but even so there is fast learning class that provide you with some skill & insider of what the work you would be into)

Finally,they got enough workforce in San diego office,which they put an offer to transfer me to Northampton studio(Rockstar UK) but since I didnt know what the process of leaving the country(passport,visa,the flight thing...) so I declined the offer which I do regret as for today(now working as freelancer & helping my parents on company thing) but kudos for those has been granted this chance of their life,& able to fullfill the dream.  

I should learn how to doing oversea stuff now.
So next time I would not in rushed mood like last year....

Oh I see, are you still studying?
Wow, it's thrice more expensive than the colleges here, I guess that's the price for taking up quality education in foreign countries.
I'm actually still in Form 5, I'm planning to go to US since animation courses there are highly recognized and prestigious starting next year (*oh well, hollywood)

But I'm kind of a little lost from researching unis in US, I thought trying to be independent and search on my own would be better, but I guess I ended up here to get some aid.

Did you obtain some scholarship or something over there? I not much of an explorer, and I might not be well-prepared for this you see...

Thanks for TS for started this thread.

How do you guys getting education from US compare to UK?

Let's set aside the matter of tuition fees and focus on the quality of education & recognition among worldwide.

Feel free to share your thoughts/viewpoints.

Sorry in advanced if this question seems to be a stupid one.

Thanks

Yup but gaming industries are much worthy than hollywood production for now.....that is why some of biggest name in gaming company did have some once-in-a-year worldwide recruitment(mostly for their high rated series.In this case I was applied for enviromental modeler/texturing & I might be employed in section like Midnight Club,GTA,Max Payne or LA Noir team)

But now.....  

But I do want to continue my study which I was left in at year 1 during 2008(I taking industrial design,but left the college since I got personal issues surrounding the family such as moving to new place which is quite far from the college itself,& some others)

So just to ask,it is possible for me to continued study from where I left for 2 years or I need to restart all from the ground up all over again?

Thanks for the help!

BTW,there is my friends from saudi that used to study the same subject with me from 2008-2009 in malaysia has got his chance to UK & he said to me recently via email that he can help me to go straight to 2nd year based on my work portfolio & his previous experience working together with me as one team during his time in malaysia.

So I just want to know how that was possible or there really such thing like skipping year like sekolah rendah?(I got few frens that able to jump from darjah 1 all the way to darjah 3 during my primary school time)

Sorry to ask,it might sound silly,but just want to have the comfirmation since if it really was,I can strive my best this time to get continue my study.

It depends a lot on where you go and what field. I would definitely ask up front and show your portfolio before you even take the time and effort to apply. If they say yes they can consider giving you advanced credits then go ahead and apply.

The only thing is if you're going to one of the top universities, they most likely won't accept these kinds of advanced placements but as with all things, it doesn't hurt to ask.

Thanks! Actually I'm just about to start my four-year degree haha..

Haha, when I was in Form 5 (last year) I went to several American Education Fairs in KL to talk to the college representatives about my options. Many of them offer animation. They're very helpful and will talk to you (and your parents) about what you can do, etc, etc.

In fact there's one coming up, I received this from an email. They regularly email me about the education fairs heheh. Open the spoiler to view the details of the event.

I see. Where are you taking up your ADP? And what's your concentration?

Ok, thanks for the emotional lift-up, I'll try my best to research more into detail and get myself prepared:)
Thanks for the info, really appreciate it Right now, I'm battling all out on what can I do now other than scoring As on my next exam, had real head-aching sessions these few days.
I'm not really sure where to get started...
I hope I'm not really bothering you, but one question; Do I have to take TOEFL? Can you sit for TOEFL even though you're a Form 5 student?

Wow, it's seemed like you did a lot of preparation before too  , thanks for sharing.

Another question, should I start discussing with my parents in this? I did tell my dad about animation courses but not specifically like where or when.

And do I score really well as in straghts A's for my SPM?

And how do you officially translate the school-relevant transcripts?
I think I'm asking too many questions for now

Thenemesis ,
you got one point wrong. EVEN with ADP, you STILL need TOEFLs to transfer.

No worries mate , i study because of interest and I'm aware of the future job path.
But yeah , most of the universities who offer AE , would definitely have ME and EE on their list also, i might Minor in ME.

You can translate the documents yourself, keeping the format the same. Then, get it certified by your principal or any senior assistants.

Hope this helps. 

You're welcome!

Yes, you should discuss with your parents. It is important that the parents are involved in this process.. after all they've been taking care of you all your life and they will fund your studies there in the States. Have a talk with them. I discussed this a lot with my father as well as my relatives as they've all studied in the US and thus can share their experiences.

Your SPM results doesn't really matter.. I mean, don't get like 9G for your SPM! Like 5A's should be fine too (that's what I'm aiming for!). Most of them don't really look at your SPM results, they just want it to make sure that you are a certified high school leaver.

You can translate it yourself and get your school to chop it (I made a thread on this a couple of months ago!) or you can find translation services by notary publics (according to my cousin) and also the state education office.
Haha, ADP is for those who want to stay in Malaysia for 2 years first lah. I didn't want to.

I didn't subscribe at any website, I just attended one of the fairs and filled up a form. They'll start emailing you with emails about upcoming fairs after that!

Nice! Chem Eng, fairly hard subject.. you must have really good marks in school for your science subjects!

Is it 10K per year or month? 

If you're studying. and if 4 years there = 40k USD x 4 x 3 = 480k ringgit. HAHAHAHA

Now THATs for the rich.

if 4 years ... 40K x 3 = RM 120 000 only for cost of living

that's quite acceptable 

add one more , my type.

People who might not be smart but is passionate about something and is willing to invest a lot to pursue his dreams. FUHHHHH.

he meant for cost of living. not uni. lol

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for 500K own money ... I should banned myself from entering this thread liao ... 

thanks for the estimated figure 

I did this before,but in malaysia my subject was hardly available(Industrial design:Transportation design & theory)
so I do not want to becoming like some of my frens that was taking the subject in sake for the cool factor when going to university or college life.

& the gaming industry also not very good either.Hence,I take the rockstar worldwide recruitment last year because the payment was very well(around GBP 18k based on my criteria & subject I choose,+ 5-6 year working tenure for game project/assigment on teamwork/department)

So,I not really choosy type of person when it come to place where I can learn the same thing at even affordable price but in here there is almost no college or university that offering the subject that I want to learn.

Hi guys,

Just a small background on me. I graduated from college in Dec '08, majored in Aerospace Engineering. Now I'm currently in Solar/Photovoltaic/Construction Industry.
That being said, I want to say that soitsuagain is right that Solar is all the rage here in America. I mean people are literally being snatched up if you have 6 mths to 1 year experience. As far as Aerospace being boring, I beg to differ . Aerospace is pretty interesting, so interesting that you'd be afraid to sit on an airplane since you know what assumptions the piece of metal is made off.
As far as getting a job in Aerospace, chew1991. I must say that I was pretty disappointed to find out that the list of jobs for foreigners in America is a short one. You'd need to get security clearances to work in the Defense sector and if you're not a citizen, it's very VERY tough, heck it is even tough for green card holders to get a job in defense. That is not to say you cannot get a job in the commercial sector, though i must iterate that most of these companies handle ITAR class items which means that you'd need security clearances to handle those items.

If you do not intend to work in America, then you'd have a better chance in the rest of the world. Singapore's govt pours a ton of money into the Aviation O&M industry, though you'd work in O&M instead of R&D. There are also markets in Europe (EADS/Airbus), Canada (Pratt-Whitney/Bombardier), and Brazil (Embraer). Well, though I'm in the green industry now, I have not given up my dream to be an actual AE.

Just wanted to give you a heads up and I believe you'd be the best judge of your future. At the end of the day a degree is just a piece of paper to show that you're qualified to do white collar work and make more money (at most times) than blue collar workers.
Dude, Irzani, you seriously need to look up more information if you're even a tiny bit interested in studying in America. "Nay sayer's get no where." It's easier to say I can't do it, than I can do it.

I know many Malaysians and other foreigners who come here with less than a hundred US dollars for education. If they can do it why can't you.
Peace out!

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