Singapore


Ngee Ann Polytechnic
The 3-year Diploma in Mass Communication provides students with structured learning in mass communication theories and practices. First and second year modules include Copywriting and Graphics, Advertising, Public Relations and Marketing Communications. Final-year students can opt for electives in specific mass communication areas of television production, radio production, journalism, public relations, advertising and multimedia applications.

Address: School of Film & Media Studies, Blk 52-03-07, 535 Clementi Road Singapore 599489
Tel: +65 64608430
Email: sch-fms@np.edu.sg
Website: www.np.edu.sg/fms/abt_mcm.html


Temasek Polytechnic
The 3-year Diploma in Interactive Media Design synthesises animation, multimedia and video and audio production design. The course provides a broad understanding of the new media, interactive and broadcasting industries, and develops creative, professional and technical expertise in these areas.

The Diploma in Product and Industrial Design is a project-oriented course that aims to teach design based on the intimate understanding human-centred behaviours wants and needs. Modules include communication, interface design, multimedia fundamentals, marketing and brand building strategies.
The Diploma in Visual Communication is for those who desire to be professional design practitioners. The programme encompasses studies in areas such as advertising, graphic design, photography and multimedia. It emphasizes the students’ development and capabilities in creative and conceptual thinking, multidisciplinary competencies and technological adeptness.

Address: 21 Tampines Avenue 1, Singapore 529757
Tel: (65) 6788-2000
Fax: (65) 6789-8220
Email: corporate_communications@tp.edu.sg
Website: www.tp.edu.sg


Nanyang Polytechnic
The Digital Media Design full-time 3 year programme offers four specialisations - Digital Animation, Interactive Media, Games Design, Digital Film and Video. Students learn the fundamentals of design, as well as animation, AV production, digital imaging, animation, scriptwriting and games design. Students can opt to specialise in electives such as 2D animation, electronic music, digital character animation, and live action and CG production.

Address: 180 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 8 Singapore 569830
Tel: +65 6451 5115 / 1800- 455 0500
Email: nyp_registry@nyp.edu.sg
Website: www.nyp.edu.sg


Raffles-Design Institute
The Certificate in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) is the most basic course, and students can transfer credits to gain admission into he Advanced Diploma programme. The Advanced Diploma in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) teaches visual communication through various 2D print media. Areas of application include annual report design, graphic design, typography, packaging design, advertisement design and professional photography.

The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Visual Communication Design (Graphic) Programme is a 12-month full-time course validated by the University of Middlesex University in the U.K. Through research and practical projects, students will make use of their multi-disciplined skills to offer creative and pragmatic design solutions to meet industry demands. Modules include Design Management, Advanced Graphic Design, Design Research and Integrated Design in Society.

Address: 99 Beach Road (next to Shaw Towers) Signapore 189701
Tel: +65 6338 5288
Fax: +65 338 0306
Website: www.raffles-design-institute.edu.sg


Lasalle College of the Arts
The basic Diploma in Communication Design can be taken a further two years to earn either a BA (Hons) in Advertising Design or a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design. The BA (Hons) Advertising teaches the student how to direct a full advertising campaign from concept to finish. The programme includes marketing principles, creative strategy, copywriting, art direction and presentation. The BA (Hons) Graphic Design will help the student develop finely tuned skills in typography, print media, packaging, branding and identity, and motion graphics. Final portfolios should demonstrate the total integration of message and technology as well as the highest standards of graphic design. A Master in Arts Design course is also available.

Address: 1 McNally Street, Singapore 187940
Tel: +65 6496 5000
Fax: +65 6496 5353
Email: www.lasallesia.edu.sg


LCE School of Art and Design
LCE offers short courses on graphic design, computer graphics, web design, and interior design. Students learn typography, layout, copyfitting and making thumbnail sketches. Web design students will learn to use various web design programmes. The school allows customisation of courses to suit individual, group or corporate needs and requirements. One-to-One sessions are also available.

Address: 1 Sophia Road #03-23 Peace Centre Singapore 228149
Tel: +65 633-99-441 / 6339-5355
Fax: +65 6336-9621
Email: gary@Lceschool.com
Website: www.Lceschool.com


Palin School of Art and Design
A full range of design courses are available to suit individual needs. The school offers short part-time courses in advertising studies, copywriting, art direction and a diploma in computer graphic design, and full-time diploma courses in Computer Graphic Design, Multimedia & Interactive Design, Computer Graphic cum Multimedia & Interactive Design, and Interior Design

Address: Blk 231 Bain Street #04-35 Bras Basah Complex, Singapore 180231
Tel: +65 63384773
Fax: 6336-3245
Website: www.palin.edu.sg


Inspiration Design School
Offers a Diploma in Graphic Design awarded by the Canberra Institute of Technology. The course equips the student with the fundamentals of graphic design, as well as essential skills like effective business and project management, marketing, public relations and communication skills.

Address: 23 Middle Road #01-01 Singapore 188933
Tel: +65 6235 4345
Fax: +65 334 8583
Email: ids.school@indesign.com.sg
Website: www.indesign.com.sg


3dsense Media School
This school offers both part-time Professional Certification and full time Diploma programmes especially in the field of 3D animation. The Diploma in Digital Visual Effects and Animation (9 months fulltime / 18 months parttime) and Advance Diploma in Character Animation (7 months fulltime / 12 months parttime), co-developed by renowned animators and academic professors from various international animation studios and institutions, aim to prepare aspiring animators and CG artists for the dynamic digital media and entertainment industry. 3dsense Media School is a Discreet Authorised Training Centre and all her professional certification programmes are also endorsed by the Media Development Authority of Singapore. Fully affiliated with SIGGRAPH(Singapore) and Southeast Asia Graphics 3dsense has been actively promoting the digital animation scene in the Asia Pacific region since 2000.

Address: 1 Selegie Road Paradiz Centre #04-01 Singapore 188306
Tel: +65 6339-9455
Fax: +65 6339-9775
Email: enquiries@3dsense.net
Website: www.3dsense.net



Intense Animation Studio
Intense Animation Studio is the only production-based training facility in Singapore offering fulltime and part-time Diploma and Certificate courses. Intense offers a 6-month fulltime Specialist Diploma in Computer Animation, easily the most comprehensive and industry relevant course on the market. Intense also offers a range of Professional Certificate courses in 3D Character Animation, Visual Effects, Editing and Compositing. Intense have a proven track record of graduates gaining employment either in the local market or in the Intense Animation Studio Production Department. Intense's teaching staff have over 30 years of combined industry experience with an extensive advisory board comprised of animation and post-production veterans from the U.S., Australia and Europe. For those who want genuine head-start to a professional career in the creative industry, enroll with Intense Animation Studio.

Address: 9 Shenton Way, #04-07, Singapore 068813
Tel: +65 6327-8525
Fax: +65 6327-4383
Email:damienyoo@intense-animation.com
Website: www.intense-animation.com


Orita.Sinclair – School of Art & New Media
Orita.Sinclair – School of Art & New Media was established in 2003. It is the first school in Singapore to offer a 9 month diploma in New Media Art and a 6 month Advance Diploma in New Media Art. The school also proudly offers diplomas in Design Communication and Electro-sonics (sound). Orita Sinclair has proven itself as one of the leading contributors in New Media Art teaching philosophy, providing teaching services for its students and for external attendants from other teaching institutions in Singapore. The school is an industry partner with the Media Development Authority and has also worked with Citibank, The Esplanade, Goethe Institute, Japanese Centre of Culture & Information, the French Embassy, the National Arts Council, Clubmed and several international media artists. Orita Sinclair recently established a Credit Transfer Agreement with the Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia, which allows graduates who complete both the Diploma course and the Advance Diploma course to transfer to Swinburne for the final year of the university’s degree programmes in Multimedia Design or Communication Design.

Address: 12A Pahang Street, Singapore 520135
Tel: +65 6398 0372
Fax: +65 6398 0276
Email: office@orita-sinclair.edu.sg
Web: www.orita-sinclair.edu.sg