Advanced Diploma in Arts and Design
(Awarded By Nanyang Institute of Management)
School of Arts, Science & Technology
Awarding Institution
Course Objective
The Advanced Diploma in Arts and Design aims to provide students with a solid foundation in arts and design. The program’s main objectives are to develop students’ comprehensive artistic skills across various mediums, such as drawing, painting, and digital art, allowing them to express their creativity confidently. Additionally, students will cultivate a conceptual understanding of design principles, including color theory, composition, and visual communication, enabling them to create impactful and emotionally resonant artwork. This well-rounded education prepares students for advanced specializations within the arts and design field, equipping them with the necessary tools to excel in a dynamic and competitive industry.
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Year 3
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
Learn from Industry Practitioners
Learn from accomplished and experienced faculty members
Portfolio Development
Students will develop a professional portfolio showcasing their best works, an essential tool for pursuing further studies or entering the arts and design industry
Multidisciplinary Learning
Comprehensive instruction spanning arts, creative writing, and multimedia arts amongst others
Artistic Voice Cultivation
Nurturing the capacity to express and articulate individual artistic concepts and visions
DELIVERY ASSESSMENTS & AWARDS
Students have access to local qualified lecturers and academic resources provided by the Nanyang Institute of Management.
Learning takes place through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars, and presentations. Resources and materials provided for students include lecture notes and reading references for books, publications, articles, and websites.
Assessment of modules comprises coursework and written examinations. Coursework may include individual essays, group projects, individual presentations, group presentations, case studies, tutorials, and tests.
Upon passing all modules, a student will be awarded the Nanyang Institute of Management Advanced Diploma in Arts and Design.
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Illustrator
Animator
User Experience (UX) Designer
- Appreciation of Music
- Contemporary Arts Practice I
- Contemporary Arts Practice II
- Creative and Collaborative Enterprise
- Creative Writing for Media
- Digital Art Design
- Ethics and Professional Practices
- Form and Context of Arts I
- Form and Context of Arts II
- Graphics Communication
- English Language for Arts Education
- Understanding Movies
- Duration: 12 months (Full-time) or 24 months (Part-time)
- Average Teacher-Student Ratio: 1 : 30
- 2 GCE A level Passes; formal Year-12 education or IB Diploma; completion of high school certificate with 12 years of education; or equivalent
- NIM International / Certificate in Foundation Studies
- IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
- Applicants should be at least 17 years of age at the time of application.
- The validity period of fees: With effect from 01 January 2024.
- All fees quoted are in Singapore dollars.
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