2022 NYP SDM Course Booklet

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We are the place for 2 Iimaginative wunderkind wunderkindsThis is the school for you.Here,you can conjure up exciting and lifkaescyionua.tHinegrevi,syuoaul sctaonriecosnfojurrdeiguiptaelxgcaitminegsaannddfansciminaattioinng, ovirsdueasl ign scetornergaieatsigvifenogjrodauinrgnditeafyul gnwacitmthioeunssaal—mndoaabtntilheimeaaSptcpiohsn,o,poorloroddfeuDsceitgssniagennnd&gsaMpgaeicndegiasa.!nSdtart your functional mobile apps, products and spaces. Start your creative journey with us — at the School of Design & Media!

Why NYP is the right choice Through our brand of holistic development, you will find learning opportunities that go beyond textbooks. Go on exploratory trips, tinker with ideas and come up with prototypes. Find innovative solutions to problems that people face day after day. Join one of more than 80 CCAs, or take part in a creative arts workshop at our Student Life Academy — we believe that these experiences will help you build your network and grow into your potential. We’ll get you to do electives in areas that is not in your chosen specialisation — so that you can see how other fields and industries are developing. Take a foreign language, or find time to create your own pet projects at our large MakerSpace@NYP. Collaborate with students from other disciplines and challenge your own ideas of what you can achieve. Together with our network of industry partners, we will work to nurture your development, expand your horizons and fuel your passions.

NYP’s Professional Competency Model is the game-changer NYP has fundamentally transformed teaching and learning with the Professional Competency Model (PCM). Put simply, it moves away from learning subjects like Maths in a silo. Instead you will learn specific skills, and how they all work together, in work task. So instead of learning the A to Z of physics, you will learn the specific bits of maths, the exact engineering know-how to draw and analyse data from smart sensors, and then add the skills of public speaking — so that you can present your findings and make your work count. A key feature of the PCM: It is co-built, and in some cases co-taught, by industry majors and leading companies. This means that you will get additional industry certifications while you get your diploma! Because these companies are at the forefront of their expertise areas, your course will continue to remain relevant and desirable. So far, Microsoft, Oracle Academy and Nvidia — among others — are involved in co-creating NYP-PCM courses with us. Visit www.nyp.edu.sg for more information [email protected] fb.com/nanyangpoly twitter.com/nyptweets instagram.com/nanyangpoly

School of Design & Media DIPLOMA COURSES @ SDM 05 09 Animation & Visual Effects Architecture Visual storytelling through animation, Create sustainable, effective and digital art and visual effects inspiring spaces for people 13 17 Digital Game Art & Design Experiential Product & Interior Design Create your very own games and learn about game visuals Create user- and emotion-centred designs through impactful solutions and digital characters 21 PCM 29 Game Development Interaction Design & Technology Design and create engaging apps, Develop amazing games on PCs, experiential interactive installations mobile and console platforms and immersive user experiences 33 37 Motion Graphics Design Visual Communication Learn how to become a Create impactful physical and compelling visual storyteller digital communication through through engaging digital content compelling visual experiences

41 The SDM experience School of Design & Media graduates share their education journey 43 Minimum entry requirements/ JAE range of net ELR2B2 What you need to get into the School of Design & Media

Wwhy choose SDM? Get creative at NYP — Singapore’s pioneer educational institution for animation, visual effects and games. Learn from our faculty of award-winning designers, digital artists and animators, who have years of industry experience in high-tech studios and world-class facilities. Explore one of the most comprehensive range of courses in the region, complemented by our strong industry partnerships. Come and discover SDM today! L03

Look forward to… Design & Media Foundation Industry Realism Build a strong foundation in design Benefit from real-world experiences and media. Learn to apply your skills through internships, overseas in both art and technology to create attachments, and project collaborations unique designs and products. with our industry experts. Creative Excellence & Creative for Social Good Competitiveness Apply your savvy design Strive for excellence in your and media skills for social creative field and garner top good. Create positive and awards in international art, design sustainable impact in our and media competitions. local and global communities. Industry partners Learn from the following renowned companies: mediacorp • I ONG&ONG group • Banyan Tree Holdings • M&C Saatchi Singapore • Robot Playground Media • CRAVE FX • McCann Worldgroup • Sony Interactive • gumi Asia • Nestlé R&D Centre Singapore Entertainment Singapore • Koei Tecmo Singapore • Nickelodeon • Suntec Singapore • Lucasfilm Singapore • Novotel Hotels & Resorts • Ubisoft 047

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JAE CODE C33 Diploma in Animation & Visual Effects 06

JAE CODE C33 Diploma in Animation & Visual Effects is for you if you have a passion in creating engaging visual stories through animation, digital art and visual effects. Looking to create fascinating visual stories with digital characters, animation or VFX shots for movies? Join us on this exciting journey in creating visual worlds, from concept ideation to the final product, with 2D and 3D moving images. Our comprehensive foundation modules will teach you broad skill sets in animation and visual effects to help you become tomorrow’s great storytellers. This diploma lets you... • Experience a first-of-its-kind hybrid programme that fuses art and digital technology. Be taught in world- class facilities by award-winning professionals who have worked at Lucasfilm SG, Disney, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), DNEG London and The Moving Pictures Company (MPC). • Build up your skills in story creation, visual storytelling, and character and environment design. Gain expertise in look development, 2D and 3D animation, visual effects, and post production. • Look forward to exciting opportunities with Disney-Pixar, Industrial Light & Magic, and Lucasfilm Animation. You may also progress to prestigious universities like Nanyang Technological University, DigiPen Institute of Technology, and Academy of Art University. Career paths • Background Artist • Illustrator • Character Designer • Layout Artist • 2D/3D Character Animator • Comic Artist • Production Designer • 3D Generalist • Compositor • Storyboard Artist • 3D Lighting Artist • Creative Director • Texture Artist • 3D Modeller • Editor • Visual Development Artist • 3D Rigging Artist (Rigger) • Digital Matte Painter • Visual Effects Artist • Animation Producer • Art Director L07

Course curriculum YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1 • Effective Communication Skills • Story through Audio & Visual CORE MODULES • General Studies • Studio Project 1 • Concept Ideation • Introduction to Coding • Design & Colour • Drawing Fundamentals YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2 • Fundamentals of Innovation & • Introduction to 3D Workflows CORE MODULES Enterprise • Storyboarding • Animation Principles • Studio Project 2 • Figure & Digital Painting • General Studies • History of Moving Images YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1 CORE MODULES • General Studies • Project Planning & Management • 3D Animation • Modelling 1 • Studio Project 3 • Compositing 1 PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (2D) • 2D Animation (3D & VISUAL EFFECTS) • Advanced Figure Drawing • Technical Direction 1 • Texturing, Lighting & Rendering YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2 • Compositing 2 • Studio Project 4 CORE MODULES • General Studies • Communication & Personal Branding PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (2D) (VISUAL EFFECTS) (3D) • 2D Character Animation • 3D Character Animation • Advanced Lighting & Rendering • Character Design • Advanced Lighting & Rendering • Art of Cinematography • Environment Design • Matte Painting • Effects Direction & Simulation • Motion Graphics • Modelling 2 • Technical Direction 2 YEAR 3, SEMESTERS 1 & 2 • Internship Programme (12 weeks) • Portfolio Development CORE MODULES + Final Year Project (12 weeks) or • General Studies Internship Programme (24 weeks) • Independent Work Project PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (Choose one set of Diploma-Specific Electives: 2D, 3D or Visual Effects; and two modules from Common Prescribed Electives) DIPLOMA-SPECIFIC DIPLOMA-SPECIFIC DIPLOMA-SPECIFIC PRESCRIBED PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (2D) PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (3D) ELECTIVES (VISUAL EFFECTS) • Animal Locomotion • Advanced Character Animation • Cinematography for Visual Effects • Sequential Art • Real-time Computer Graphics • Dynamic Effects COMMON PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES • Audio Creation • Digital Marketing • Mixed Reality Experience Design • Business for Digital Media Industry • Digital Photography • Motion Capture Techniques • Creative Producing • Game Story Creation • Special Topics in Digital Media *GENERAL STUDIES Students are to complete 30 hours of General Studies modules each semester. 087

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JAE CODE C38 Diploma in Architecture 10

JAE CODE C38 Diploma in Architecture is for you if you want to be part of a new generation of future-ready architectural designers and technologists. This interdisciplinary course, jointly offered with the School of Engineering, gives you holistic training in architectural design and technology. You will apply emerging technologies such as computational design, Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence, within historical and social architectural contexts. Become competent in sustainable design services, and make a positive impact in the design community. This diploma lets you... • Design smart and green buildings, and execute ecological, architectural and urban solutions using advanced technologies. You will also gain insights to the industry’s statutory requirements and regulations. • Be trained by professionals who worked in industry-leading firms like CPG Consultants, DP Architects and RSP. Get hands-on experiences in studio-based design experimentations, harnessing technologies in design, modelling and architectural visualisation in green design technology. • Work at renowned architecture firms like DP Architects, WOW Architects, and RSP. You can also pursue a degree at National University of Singapore, Singapore University of Technology and Design, or Architectural Association School of Architecture (UK). Career paths • BIM Manager • Project Coordinator • Construction Management • Project Manager • Architectural Coordinator • Real Estate Executive • Architectural Designer Coordinator • Spatial Designer • Architectural Technologist • Facilities Management • Urban Design/Planning Assistant • Architectural Visualiser • BIM Coordinator Coordinator L11

Course curriculum YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1 • Fundamentals of Innovation • History, Theory & Culture CORE MODULES & Enterprise • Studio SA1 • Architectural Visualisation • General Studies • Building Structures • Effective Communication Skills YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2 • Building Systems • General Studies CORE MODULES • Communication • Studio SA2 • Building Information Modelling & Personal Branding & Management • Building Construction YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1 • General Studies • Smart Building Technologies CORE MODULES • Green & Sustainable • Studio SA3 • Architectonic Studies Design Strategies • Digital Modelling & Environment Simulation YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2 • Digital Engineering in Architecture • Studio SA4 CORE MODULES • General Studies • Urban Systems • Architectural Practices & Policies • Built Environment Management YEAR 3, SEMESTER 1 • Internship Programme • Work-Based Learning CORE MODULES (24 Weeks) or Programme (39 Weeks) • Internship Programme (12 Weeks) • Portfolio Design & Presentation • Studio SA5 or • Studio SA6 YEAR 3, SEMESTER 2 CORE MODULES • Design Entrepreneurship • General Studies *GENERAL STUDIES Students are to complete 30 hours of General Studies modules each semester. 127

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JAE CODE C60 Diploma in Digital Game Art & Design 14

JAE CODE C60 Diploma in Digital Game Art & Design is for you if you are fascinated by game visuals and digital characters, and are raring to create your very own games. NYP is the only institution in Singapore that provides comprehensive training in visual aesthetics, game design and development across all platforms — from mobile to PC and console systems such as the Sony PlayStation® and PlayStation®VR. Learn the skills to create engaging game experiences with compelling art and visual stories. This diploma lets you... • Benefit from a dynamic curriculum that fuses art, design and the use of technology in the creation of digital entertainment — for both the gaming and non-gaming industries. • Be taught by a team of game professionals who have worked at Koei Tecmo, Bandai Namco and Ubisoft. Get hands-on experience creating games for a variety of platforms like Augmented and Virtual Reality. • Hone your skills with companies like Ubisoft, Riot Games, Bandai Namco and Koei Tecmo. You can also pursue a degree at Singapore Institute of Technology, Nanyang Technological University or Savannah College of Art and Design (USA). Career paths • Game Art Director • Pixel Artist • Game Designer • Technical Artist • 2D Game Artist • Game Level Designer • UI Artist • 3D Game Artist • Game Producer • VR/AR Designer • Concept Artist • Game QA Tester • Game Animator L15

Course curriculum YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1 • Effective Communication Skills • Story through Audio & Visual CORE MODULES • General Studies • Studio Project 1 • Concept Ideation • Introduction to Coding • Design & Colour • Drawing Fundamentals YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2 • Fundamentals of Innovation • Introduction to 3D for Games CORE MODULES & Enterprise • Introduction to Game Engine • Digital Drawing & Illustrations • Game Project Management • Principles of Game Design • Digital Game Art • General Studies • Studio Project 2 • Creative Production • Game Visual & Development YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1 • Digital Painting • General Studies CORE MODULES • Game Animation • Studio Project 3 • 2D Game Level Design • General Studies • 3D Game Art Creation • Studio Project 4 YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2 • 3D Game Level Design CORE MODULES • Communication • 2D Game Asset Creation & Personal Branding • 3D Animation & Rigging PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (choose two) • 3D Sculpting • Rendering & Lighting • Material & Shader • UI & UX Design YEAR 3, SEMESTERS 1 & 2 • Internship Programme (12 weeks) • Portfolio Development CORE MODULES + Final Year Project (12 weeks) or • General Studies Internship Programme (24 weeks) • Independent Work Project PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (choose four, with at least two from Diploma-Specific Electives) DIPLOMA-SPECIFIC COMMON PRESCRIBED • Digital Photography PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES ELECTIVES • Game Story Creation • Advanced 3D Sculpting • Audio Creation • Mixed Reality Experience Design • Game QA Management • Business for Digital Media Industry • Motion Capture Techniques • Gamification Techniques • Creative Producing • Special Topics in Digital Media • Illustration & Motion Comics • Digital Marketing *GENERAL STUDIES Students are to complete 30 hours of General Studies modules each semester. 167

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JAE CODE C32 Diploma in Experiential Product & Interior Design 18

JAE CODE C32 Diploma in Experiential Product & Interior Design is for you if you want to be a multi-disciplinary designer who can develop and design innovative products and interior spaces. You will learn to create user- and emotion-centred designs while gaining a strong foundation in developing impactful product and interior design solutions. You will apply the latest technologies in your creative design processes and employ qualitative research methodologies in creating user personas, customer journeys and stakeholder maps. This diploma lets you... • Design and create innovative, experiential and impactful products, interior spaces and design solutions through multi-disciplinary design processes and the latest digital technologies. • Be trained by professionals who are former design and creative leaders from renowned design firms like Accor Hotel, ESR REIT Singapore, WOHA, DP Architects, SCDA Architects, Wilson Associates, and Lo & Behold. • Work at leading design firms like Electrolux Singapore, Banyan Tree Resorts, and Kingsmen International. You can also pursue a degree at National University of Singapore, Glasgow School of the Arts (UK) or RMIT University of Technology (AUS). Career paths • Hospitality Designer • Retail Display & • Interior Designer Promotional Designer • 2D Building Technologist • Market & Trends Researcher • Service Experience Designer • 3D Modelling & • Product Designer • User Interface Designer Rendering Technologist • Product Stylist • BIM Technologist • Furniture Designer L19

Course curriculum YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1 • Colour, Materials, • Fundamentals of Innovation & CORE MODULES Detailing & Finishes Enterprise • 2D Visualisation Techniques • Design History and Culture • 3D Model-Making & Prototyping • Design Semantics & Ergonomics • General Studies • Visual Design • Studio Project 1 YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2 • Effective Communication Skills CORE MODULES • General Studies • 2D Digital Visualisation • Studio Project 2 • Design Research Methodologies YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1 • Product Technology • Service Experience CORE MODULES & System Design & Product Design • 3D Modelling & Rendering • Professional Design Practice • General Studies • Communication & • Studio Project 3 Personal Branding YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2 • Service Experience • General Studies CORE MODULES & Interior Design • Studio Project 4 • 3D Spatial Modelling & Simulation • Interior Space Technology & • Work-Based Learning • Business & Market Strategy • Project Management Infrastructure Design Programme (39 Weeks) • Internship Programme • Studio Project 5 YEAR 3, SEMESTER 1 (24 Weeks) or CORE MODULES • Internship Programme (12 Weeks) or YEAR 3, SEMESTER 2 • Portfolio Design & Presentation • Studio Project 6 CORE MODULES • General Studies • Design Seminar & Entrepreneurship *GENERAL STUDIES Students are to complete 30 hours of General Studies modules each semester. 207

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JAE CODE C70 Diploma in Game Development & Technology 22

JAE CODE C70 Diploma in Game Development & Technology is for you if you are curious about what runs under the hood in video games, and can’t wait to code and develop your own. Keen to be skilled in programming and computer logic to develop games for PCs, mobile and consoles? Or immerse in cool technologies such as AR/VR and prepare for highly sought-after roles in the game industry? Discover how you can hone your technical and soft skills to succeed in the gaming industry, through this robust curriculum developed by experienced game developers, for aspiring game developers. This diploma gives you... • Industry relevance: Endorsed by industry leaders like Ubisoft, Unity and SonyPlaystation, it is informed by real industry intelligence and needs. • Professional accreditation: You gain additional industry certifications while you complete your diploma, putting you ahead of the pack. • Agile response: The curriculum reacts dynamically and quickly to industry changes. You’ll be equipped with the latest skills and knowledge. • Integrated learning: Concurrently learn multiple disciplines. Career paths • 3D Graphics Programmer • Gameplay Programmer • Scientific Visualiser/ • Artificial Intelligence Programmer • Mobile Games/ Multimedia Specialist • Game Designer Application Developer • Server/Cloud Programmer • Simulation Engineer L23

The Nanyang Polytechnic Professional Competency Model (NYP-PCM) Be equipped with relevant and in-demand skills Starting with students enrolling in 2022, the Diploma in Game Development & Technology will feature the NYP-PCM — a new teaching model developed by NYP. The model leverages our heritage as an industry-focused institution and 30 years of close relationships with our partners. Benefits • Learn in-depth technical skills to develop and programme games. • Discover trends and be skilled in emerging technologies such as extended reality. • Develop games on the PlayStation® platform. Course structure The NYP-PCM for the Diploma in Game Development & Technology consists of: • 32 Competency Units (CmUs) • 5 Competency Canvases Within each CmU, skills and knowledge of The skills and knowledge you learn will be different disciplines are integrated and taught assessed for competency, together with a Work- holistically. This enables students to fulfil specific Integration-Unit (WIU), which is a workplace work tasks upon completion. contextualised project. You have to complete all Completing the CmUs will also equip students five to graduate. with six Course Competencies: • 1 Final-Year Project (FYP) 1. Game Front End Development • 1 Internship Programme (ITP) 2. Game Engine Application • 10 General Studies Modules (GSMs) 3. Game Networking Development These modules give you exposure to other areas 4. Game Design 5. Game Level Design of interest and allow you to go beyond your 6. Multiplatform Development chosen area of specialisation. And two of the following three elective Course Competencies 7. E xtended Reality Development 8. User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Development 9. G ame Production 247

Professional Competencies To graduate, students have to complete 1 1 10 85 Final-Year Internship General Course Competency Project Programme Studies Competencies Canvases Modules Competency Units Course Competencies ·Programme 1 IProgramme 2 Game Front End Development  Programming  Computer Graphics Programming  Computer Graphics Modelling  Database Structures & Algorithms  Object Oriented Programming  Forces and Motion Programming  Game Engine Application Game Networking Development Database & Server Networking Multiplatform Development Computing Systems Game Design  Story through Audio & Visual Gamification Techniques  Concept Ideation Principles of Game Design Game Level Design User Interface and User Experience Development Extended Reality Development Game Production Game Project Management L25

Competency Canvases Certificate in Certificate in Computer Graphics Certificate in 2D Game Interactive Storytelling Simulation Development  Concept Ideation   Programming   Computer Graphics Modelling    2D Game Engine Application      Story through  2D Level Design  Audio & Visual    Computer Graphics Programming     Game Audio Programming    Interactive Storytelling  Data Structures & Algorithms  Forces and Motion Programming    Gameplay Programming   Project (WIU)   Game Physics Programming     Object Oriented Programming     Computer Graphics Simulation Project (WIU)     2D Game Project (WIU) Certificate in 3D Game Development Certificate in User Interface and  3D Game Engine Application User Experience or Extended Reality  3D Level Design    Students have to complete only four of the following six CmUs:  Game Artificial Intelligence • Business for Digital Media Industry  Programming    • Creative Producing   Shader Optimisation         • Extended Reality Application Development   3D Game Project  (WIU) • Extended Reality User Experience Design • User Interface Programming  • User Interface & User Experience Design And one WIU: • Specialisation Project  (WIU) IProgramme 3 IProgramme 4 IProgramme 5/6  Gameplay Programming Shader Optimisation  Game Audio Programming Game Artificial Intelligence  Game Physics Programming Programming   2D Game Engine Application 3D Game Engine Application Cloud Computing Multiplayer Game Programming Web Development Mobile Game Programming Game Console Development Game Story Creation  2D Level Design 3D Level Design • User Interface Programming • User Interface & User Experience Design • Extended Reality Application Development • Extended Reality User Experience Design • Business for Digital Media Industry • Creative Producing 267

JAE CODE C70 Our Industry Partners RAYMOND WONG JOYCE LAW DIRECTOR, KOEI TECMO HEAD OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SAPAC, UNITY TECHNOLOGIES This is already a very strong course with solid foundations. With the NYP alongside with Unity have enhanced pedagogy, we will expect developed a Centre of Excellence to see graduates emerging with with the vision of providing students more flexibility and depth in their a strong foundation in game skill-sets. development and game engine application. We are delighted to see The most important segment that NYP has enhanced its teaching will be graduates developing the pedagogy with the Professional capability to constantly learn. The Competency Model, allowing games industry is moving very fast students more time to apply with 10% growth every year. We academic learning into practical work. expect innovation and new ideas The experience would in time give to be the constant. This course students a better insights into the will prepare them very well for industry, providing them with the entry into the industry, and for understanding and knowledge to subsequent career progression. enter the digital media industry. ~unity L27

DARRYL LONG MANAGING DIRECTOR, UBISOFT SINGAPORE AND UBISOFT PHILIPPINES The Professional Competency Model talent as early as possible. adopted by NYP is responsive and well- We’re delighted to see that NYP adapted to our needs in AAA game development. To keep up with our has designed a model that closely multidisciplinary, highly collaborative reflects the way our competitive and fast-evolving video game industry, industry works and moves students need a curriculum that is students toward building core strong in the core fundamentals and competencies rather than rote goes beyond teaching skills. Creating learning subjects that can quickly blockbuster AAA games requires become outdated. We remain creativity, critical thinking and team committed to partnering with work – big picture thinking that should NYP to assist in shaping our future be instilled in our next generation of leaders and contributing back to the video games industry. ,£\\UBISOFT ~SINGAPORE 287

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SER JOU JAE CODE C59 Diploma in Interaction Design 30

JAE CODE C59 Diploma in Interaction Design is for you if you love interactive digital products, and enjoy thinking up new ideas and ways to improve human-centred experiences. Design sophisticated apps and engaging content that go beyond the screen for a better and more meaningful user experience. Through the application of design thinking and skills in technology integration, you will be able to design and create interactive environments, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, mobile apps and solutions, as well as work on multisensory projects involving AR/VR. This diploma lets you... • Grow and develop essential skills such as user-centred design for interactivity, human-centred user experience (UX) as well as coding and scripting. • Learn from award-winning professionals who have worked at Reuters, Ogilvy, McCann and Philips, and even a President’s Young Talents Award nominee! Get practical experience in integrating creative design and technology to develop aesthetically innovative, interactive and immersive solutions. • Gain professional work experience with companies like Accenture, Deloitte Singapore and OCBC Bank Singapore. You can also pursue a degree at National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University or New York University Tisch School of The Arts (US). Career paths • Interaction Designer • User Experience (UX) • Digital Marketing/ • User Experience (UX) Researcher Developer/Engineer Social Media Executive • User Experience (UX) Designer • Digital Content Creator • User Interface (UI) Designer • Front-End Developer • AR/VR Designer • Full Stack Developer • Creative Technologist L31

Course curriculum YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1 • Drawing Fundamentals • Introduction to Coding CORE MODULES • Effective Communication Skills • Story through Audio & Visual • Concept Ideation • General Studies • Studio Project 1 • Design & Colour YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2 • Fundamentals of Interaction Design • Project Planning & Management CORE MODULES • General Studies • Studio Project 2 • Designing User Interfaces • Introduction to Web Coding • Typography • Fundamentals of Innovation & Enterprise YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1 • General Studies • User Research Methods CORE MODULES • Introduction to Semiotics • Web Design • Cognition, Communication • Studio Project 3 & Interaction PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (choose two) • 3D Forms & Space • Branding & Identity • Information Design • Scripting Interactivity 1 YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2 • General Studies • User Experience Design CORE MODULES • Studio Project 4 • UX for Businesses • Communication & • Video Prototyping Personal Branding PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (choose two) • Beyond Screen Interfaces • Immersive Experiences • Scripting Interactivity 2 • Web Development YEAR 3, SEMESTERS 1 & 2 • Internship Programme (12 weeks) • Portfolio Development CORE MODULES + Final Year Project (12 weeks) or • General Studies Internship Programme (24 weeks) • Independent Work Project PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (choose four, with at least two from Diploma-Specific Electives) DIPLOMA-SPECIFIC COMMON PRESCRIBED • Game Story Creation PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES ELECTIVES • Mixed Reality Experience Design • Advanced Mobile • Audio Creation • Motion Capture Techniques Application Development • Business for Digital Media Industry • Special Topics in Digital Media • Digital Communication Design • Creative Producing • Interconnected Network Devices • Digital Marketing • Native & Hybrid • Digital Photography Application Development • Physical Interaction Design *GENERAL STUDIES Students are to complete 30 hours of General Studies modules each semester. 327

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JAE CODE C66 Diploma in Motion Graphics Design 34

JAE CODE C66 Diploma in Motion Graphics Design is for you if you love fast-moving visuals, and want to learn how to create cool, animated graphics. Some of the best instructors in the motion design industry will teach you how to create engaging digital content and help you become compelling visual storytellers for advertising, brand identity, social media marketing, edutainment, infographics, corporate communications, and the performing arts. Dare to challenge the status quo! This diploma lets you... • Learn from a world-class curriculum designed by motion media professionals who understand the creative industries and can provide real-world project experiences. • Discover how you can produce high-quality and creative content that works for different media formats. Make content engaging and shareable — it’s not just about informing, but also storytelling. • Explore work opportunities with Google, Facebook, and Carbon. You can also pursue a degree with advanced standing at Otis College of Art and Design (USA), Savannah College of Art and Design (USA) or Leeds Art University (UK). Career paths • 2D/3D Motion Graphics Designer • Content Strategist • Infographics Designer • Art Director • Content Creator • Media & Advertising Professional • Compositor • Editor • Producer • Creative Director • Illustrator • Social Media Content Designer L35

Course curriculum YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1 • Effective Communication Skills • Story through Audio & Visual CORE MODULES • General Studies • Studio Project 1 • Concept Ideation • Introduction to Coding • Design & Colour • Drawing Fundamentals YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2 • Interdisciplinary Practices 1 • Story Design & Experience CORE MODULES • Introduction to 3D • Studio Project 2 • Fundamentals of Innovation • Motion Typography • Styleframe Development & Enterprise • General Studies YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1 • Digital Advertising Concept 1 • Motion Graphics 1 CORE MODULES • General Studies • Studio Project 3 • 3D for Motion Graphics • Interdisciplinary Practices 2 • Art Direction & Design • Collaborative Design YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2 • General Studies • Professional Production Practices CORE MODULES • Interdisciplinary Practices 3 • Studio Project 4 • Communication & • Motion Graphics 2 • Visual Effects & Cinematography Personal Branding • Digital Advertising Concept 2 YEAR 3, SEMESTERS 1 & 2 • Internship Programme (12 weeks) • Portfolio Development CORE MODULES + Final Year Project (12 weeks) or • General Studies Internship Programme (24 weeks) • Independent Work Project PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES (choose four, with at least two from Diploma-Specific Electives) DIPLOMA-SPECIFIC COMMON PRESCRIBED • Game Story Creation PRESCRIBED ELECTIVES ELECTIVES • Mixed Reality Experience Design • Advanced Rendering Techniques • Audio Creation • Motion Capture Techniques • Experimental Film • Business for Digital Media Industry • Special Topics in Digital Media • Rapid Concept & • Creative Producing Style Frames Development • Digital Marketing • Visual Coding for Motion Graphics • Digital Photography *GENERAL STUDIES Students are to complete 30 hours of General Studies modules each semester. 367

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JAE CODE C63 Diploma in Visual Communication 38

JAE CODE C63 Diploma in Visual Communication is for you if you want to become a user-centred designer who can navigate fast-changing business environments. In a world of information overload, there is strong demand for creative and persuasive communication that cuts through clutter and grabs attention. You will be groomed to become an analytical and entrepreneurial visual communication designer who can create social impact through innovative ideas and business solutions. This diploma lets you... • Gain practical experience in crafting high-impact business solutions using technological and social advances, in world-class facilities and design studios. • Learn from award-winning creatives with working experiences from leading agencies such as Publicis Sapient, Ogilvy, and The Bonsey Design. An industry-endorsed curriculum, with real-world project experiences and practical hands-on experiential lessons, awaits you. • Make your mark at leading companies like Accenture, Design Bridge, and DDB Group Singapore. You can also progress to study at prestigious universities like the University of the Arts (UK), Nanyang Technological University and Singapore Institute of Technology. Career paths • Editorial Designer • UI/UX Designer • Graphic Designer • Social Media Marketer • Advertising & Media Professional • Integrated Brand • Service Experience Designer • Brand Identity & • Visual Merchandising Designer Experience Designer Communications Designer • Digital/Interaction Designer • Packaging Designer • Events & Exhibition Designer L39

Course curriculum YEAR 1, SEMESTER 1 CORE MODULES • Effective Communication Skills • Art Foundation • Fundamentals of • Fundamentals of Photography • Design Fundamentals Innovation & Enterprise • General Studies • Drawing & Rendering • Studio VC1 YEAR 1, SEMESTER 2 • Design Methodology • Typography CORE MODULES • Fundamentals of Digital Media • General Studies • Basic Web & Interaction Design • Studio VC2 • Design Immersion YEAR 2, SEMESTER 1 (Students will select one of the three specialisations in Year 2) CORE MODULES • Cultural & Trend Studies • Studio VC3 • Advanced Digital • General Studies • Creative Storytelling Specialisation in Visual Design • Experimental Image Making • Editorial Design Specialisation in Visual Branding & Identity • Brand Identity & Experience • Social Media Marketing Specialisation in Visual Merchandising • Display Design & Management • Exhibition Design & Curatorship YEAR 2, SEMESTER 2 • Infographics & Data Visualisation • General Studies CORE MODULES • Marketing & Creative Strategy • Studio VC4 • Communication & Personal Branding Specialisation in Visual Design • Corporate Identity • Sustainable Packaging Design Specialisation in Visual Branding & Identity • Enterprise Through Design • Experimental Branding Specialisation in Visual Merchandising • Campaign & Events Management • Retail Experiential & Space Design YEAR 3, SEMESTER 1 • Internship Programme • Work-Based Learning CORE MODULES (24 Weeks) or Programme (39 Weeks) • Internship Programme • General Studies (12 Weeks) • Studio VC6 • Studio VC5 or YEAR 3, SEMESTER 2 CORE MODULES • Design Seminar • Portfolio Design & Presentation *GENERAL STUDIES Students are to complete 30 hours of General Studies modules each semester. 407

The SDM experience Dream job at Tokyo VFX studio becomes reality for Singapore fanboy BENJAMIN AW DIPLOMA IN DIGITAL VISUAL EFFECTS (NOW KNOWN AS ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS) Ben was absolutely thrilled when he heard of the internship opportunity at the storied Polygon Pictures — famed for its work on blockbusters like Godzilla, Pacific Rim and Star Wars — The Clone Wars. He was so excited he completed his showreel in a breakneck four weeks. His efforts paid off. He became one of the first few Singaporeans to intern at the studio in Minato City, Tokyo, and the first to do so at its prestigious Shot Department – which is in charge of planning key scenes in the movie. During the six months, Ben was given the opportunity to work on VFX for new feature films. His excellent standard of work, strong work ethic and attitude earned him an A for his internship, and better — a job offer at the company. Ben is today living his dream and is an inspiration to his juniors. L41

From science to spatial design EVELYN ENG DIPLOMA IN SPATIAL DESIGN (NOW KNOWN AS EXPERIENTIAL PRODUCT & INTERIOR DESIGN) The Science stream student didn’t think she’d consider design as a career option but everything changed after a sharing session by an NYP lecturer on the Diploma in Spatial Design. Evelyn was intrigued by how design could physically and emotionally reach people, and she loved how the diploma brought together spatial quality, environmental considerations and architecture elements. The graduate with a perfect 4.0 GPA attributes her success to the support from her lecturers and classmates“who were there for one another through thick and thin”. Evelyn was awarded an NYP Scholarship and made it to the Director’s List for all six semesters. She also represented NYP in the Polytechnic-ITE Tennis Tournament from 2017 to 2019, and won an individual Bronze medal (2017) and two team event Gold medals (2018 and 2019). Her performance during her internship at a local architecture firm was so impressive that she was offered to keep the job till it was time for her to enter university. The winner of the HP Innovation, Design Award and the LTW, Designworks Gold Medal is pursuing Architecture at the National University of Singapore. Standing tall on the world stage TAN YING YING DIPLOMA IN DIGITAL GAME ART & DESIGN Ying Ying won Gold in 3D Digital Game Art at the 45th WorldSkills Competition (dubbed the \"Youth Olympics of Skills\") — a gruelling 22-hour challenge held in Kazan, Russia. Together with Team Singapore, she was up against more than 1,300 students from 63 countries competing in 56 skill areas. Ying Ying also won the Best of Nation award for achieving the highest score in all the skill areas that Team Singapore took part in. 427

Minimum Entry Requirements Applicants for the diploma courses must have obtained the following minimum GCE O-Level results taken at not more than two sittings of the Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level Examination. To be eligible for admission for the following courses: To be eligible for admissions for: Diploma in Diploma in Animation & Visual Effects, Diploma in Game Development & Technology and Diploma Digital Game Art & Design, Diploma in Experiential in Architecture - you must have also sat for one Product & Interior Design, Diploma in Interaction of the following subjects: Additional Combined Design, Diploma in Motion Graphics Design and Science, Additional Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Diploma in Visual Communication - you must have Chemistry, Combined Science, Computing/ also sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Computer Studies, Creative 3D Animation, Design Combined Science, Additional Science, Art/Art & & Technology, Food & Nutrition, Electronics/ Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Science, Computing/Computer Studies, Creative 3D Human & Social Biology, Integrated Science, Physics/ Animation, Design & Technology, Design Studies, Food Engineering Science, Science (Chem, Bio), Science & Nutrition, Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics, (Phy, Bio), Science (Phy,Chem)/ Physical Science, General Science, Higher Art, Human & Social Biology, Science (Phy, Chem, Bio) Integrated Science, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Physics/Engineering Science, The minimum GCE O-Level entry requirements Science (Chem, Bio), Science (Phy, Bio), Science (Phy, for Diploma in Game Development & Chem)/Physical Science, Science (Phy, Chem, Bio) Technology and Diploma in Architecture under the EAE, JAE and SDAE are: The minimum GCE O-Level entry requirements for the above courses under the EAE, JAE and SDAE are: Subject 1-7 Subject 1-7 English Language 1-7 English Language 1-6 Elementary or 1-6 Elementary or 1-6 Additional Mathematics Additional Mathematics Any two other subjects Any two other subjects The minimum GCE N-Level entry requirements for the courses under the PFP are: ELMAB3* raw aggregate score (excluding CCA bonus points) ≤ 12. Subject Grade Subject Grade English Language Syllabus A 3 One of the following relevant subjects: • Science (Chemistry/Biology) • Science (Physics/Biology) 3 • Science (Physics/Chemistry) Mathematics 3 • Food & Nutrition (Syllabus A/Additional) • Design & Technology Any two other subjects 3 excluding CCA * On the day of the release of the GCE O-Level examination results, Sec 4N(A) students who obtained an ELMAB3 (English, Maths, Best 3 Subjects) raw aggregate score of 12 points or better (excluding CCA bonus points) will be eligible to apply to NYPFP, provided that they have also obtained the minimum required grades listed in the table above. L43

ADMISSION PROCEDURES FOR DIPLOMA COURSES Depending on your qualifications, you may apply through one of the following Admission Exercises: Qualifications Method of application GCE O-Levels Early Admissions Exercise (EAE) Application opens in June. GCE N-Levels Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE) Application commences on the day of release of the GCE O-Level results. ITE Certificates Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP) Application GCE O-Levels (those who did not commences on the day of release of the GCE O-Level results. participate in JAE)/IPY4/IGCSE GCE A-Levels/IB Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE) Application ITE Certificates/Malaysian SPM/STPM opens in February. Early Admissions Exercise (ITE) [EAE(I)] Other foreign qualifications Application opens in June. Please refer to our website for more details on Special Direct Admissions Exercise (SDAE) Application opens Jan Feb Mar Nov ELR2B2 JAE Course Code 2021 JAE Range of Net ELR2B2 Courses C33 C38 5-12 Animation & Visual Effects C60 8-15 Architecture C32 5-12 Digital Game Art & Design C70 9-17 Experiential Product & Interior Design C59 5-13 Game Development & Technology C66 9-17 Interaction Design C63 10-14 Motion Graphics Design 5-15 Visual Communication 447

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