NP Humanities & Social Sciences_HMS 2021

NGEE ANN POLY 2021 HSCHOUOL OMF ANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Arts Business Management Chinese Media & Communication Chinese Studies Community Development Early Childhood Development & Education Tamil Studies With Early Education

Think People. School of HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 6 Arts Business Management (N91) 9 Chinese Media & Communication (N88) 12 Chinese Studies (N70) 16 Community Development (N11) 19 Early Childhood Development & Education (N96) 22 Tamil Studies with Early Education (N95)

You have a sense of empathy and a deep desire to build a better community through advocacy, education or culture. You’re interested in what makes people tick, and fascinated by human behaviour and psychology. Here at the School of Humanities & Social Sciences (HMS), you will learn to reach out to others, inspire them, and enrich their lives.

6 DIPLOMAS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE Not all heroes wear capes — the six diplomas by HMS aim to develop the young changemaker in you by opening doors to diverse disciplines in humanities and social sciences. There’s also a Service-Learning component in every diploma to make learning more engaging and purposeful — you’ll discover that what you’ve learnt can make an impact on society! THE ART OF BUSINESS SOCIAL INNOVATION IN ACTION Arts Business Management (ABM) Community Development (CDT) An innovative diploma that is anchored in the A unique diploma that lets you learn about human behaviour, creative arts and heritage while also exposing you so that you will know how to identify needs and create to the business aspect of the industry. You’ll also quality solutions to help, serve and empower communities. gain real-world experience through collaborations It will expose you to various aspects of psychology, with industry partners, and be part of the team entrepreneurship and management to prepare you for that curates Verve, a community arts festival that meaningful careers in public, private, and non-profit sectors. has moved online to meet the demands of the digitalisation of the arts and heritage sector. EXPERTISE IN CHINESE Chinese Media & Communication (CMC) NURTURING YOUNG MINDS Early Childhood Development & A bilingual media course that aims to nurture creative Education (ECDE) professionals capable of producing content for different media platforms such as radio and TV, as well as podcasts Got a big heart to shape little minds? This and short-form videos. You will also be trained to write for diploma helps you build a strong foundation in publications and design user interfaces. understanding child development, early childhood care and education for infants and young children. Chinese Studies (CHS) It is conducted by the National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) in collaboration The only polytechnic diploma of its kind with three with Ngee Ann Polytechnic at the NIEC (NP) specialisations: campus, and is recognised by the Early Childhood • Education: Development Agency (ECDA). - Trains you to become a primary school Chinese Tamil Studies with Early Education Language teacher. (TSE) • Business: - Prepares you for careers in Chinese business A unique diploma centred around the rich Tamil language and culture that prepares you to be a communication and practice, professional qualified Tamil Mother Tongue Language preschool translation, as well as the heritage and tourism educator. The diploma is conducted by the National industries. Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) • Early Childhood Teaching: in collaboration with Ngee Ann Polytechnic at the - Readies you to become a preschool Chinese Language NIEC (NP) campus, and is recognised by the Early teacher. This specialisation is conducted by the Childhood Development Agency (ECDA). National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) in collaboration with Ngee Ann Polytechnic at the NIEC (NP) campus, and recognised by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA). 2

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES INDUSTRY RECOGNITION Get the most out of your three years at HMS through rich Our diplomas are endorsed by government agencies internships and field projects with industry partners. such as MOE, MSF, ECDA, National Institute of Education (NIE), National Council of Social Service HMS students will get to work with industry partners (NCSS), National Arts Council (NAC) and Info- which include: communications Media Development Authority – Adrenalin Group (IMDA). – August Pictures – DBS Bank SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS – Esplanade – Khoo Teck Puat Hospital Together with our industry partners, we offer a wide – Mediacorp range of scholarships and bursaries to HMS students. – Ministry of Education (MOE) Kindergartens They include: – Ministry of Home Affairs • MOE Teacher Training Scheme (TTS) for students – Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) – National Gallery of Singapore from the CHS Education specialisation and TSE – National Heritage Board • ECDA Training Awards and MOE Kindergarten – National Library Board – NTUC First Campus Teaching Awards for students studying for diplomas – PCF Sparkletots in CHS (Early Childhood Teaching) and ECDE – SAP Software & Solutions (South East Asia) • SPH scholarships and bursaries for CMC students – Singapore Art Museum – Singapore Centre for Chinese Language DID YOU KNOW? – Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) – The Arts House Students enrolled in the early childhood – Wawa Pictures courses are eligible for the ECDA Training – World Vision (Singapore) Award. It includes full course fee sponsorship and a monthly allowance of $800! Find out INNOVATIVE LEARNING FACILITIES more at bit.ly/ECDAaward. From custom-built training facilities for arts, music SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 and dance to media production suites, and a child development study centre, we have all you need to get a good foundation in your field of study. You can also do an internship at Dialogue in the Dark (DiD), an innovative learning facility cum social enterprise on campus that employs visually impaired guides to plan and facilitate tours in complete darkness.

OUR GRADUATES WITH THAT XTRASOMETHING “People have invested in me and I hope to pay it forward by helping others. I hope to see broken lives transformed, and for children and youths to grow up knowing that their life is worth living.” Oh Jia Jia Diploma in Psychology Studies*, Class of 2019 Jia Jia was the winner of the Lien Ying Chow Gold Medal and Ngee Ann Polytechnic Outstanding Achievement Award. She hopes to venture into social work and reach out to at-risk youths. *The Diploma in Psychology Studies has been merged with the Diploma in Business & Social Enterprise to form the Diploma in Community Development. “Courage is the willingness to try with no guarantee of success. Go forth and take courage to make significant differences in people’s lives. Only a life lived for others is a life worth living.” Ernest Wong Diploma in Business & Social Enterprise*, Class of 2018 UNESCO Singapore Youth Representative (Education for Sustainable Development) and Singapore International Foundation Top 16 Young Social Entrepreneur, 2017 Ernest is the founder of Camp Hiro, a social enterprise that seeks to empower youths in taking ownership and action in addressing community needs. During his time in Ngee Ann Polytechnic, he led a Community Service Club, and was a National Youth Council Youth Corps Leader. A Youth Executive Committee (Yew Tee) member, he received the school’s Outstanding All Rounder Community Service Award, having worked on various projects that benefitted the elderly, the special needs community and low income families. *The Diploma in Psychology Studies has been merged with the Diploma in Business & Social Enterprise to form the Diploma in Community Development. 4

“CMC has equipped me with different soft and hard skills which allowed me to be able to explore further and utilise them in various ways in my work.” Melody Chan Diploma in Chinese Media & Communication, Class of 2013 Melody is an alumnus from the second cohort. After her internship in Channel 8 News, she pursued a degree in Communication Studies at Nanyang Technological University. Previously a digital journalist with the online portal 8world.com, she is now a producer with Channel 8’s Hello Singapore Programme. “On top of the soft and hard skills that I have acquired during my studies at NP, CHS and its community provided me with the ‘heart’ skills to relate to my employees, customers and stakeholders, both locally and overseas.” Angel Sun Diploma in Chinese Studies, Class of 2014 Angel is the director of SGW Engineering, a construction company based in Singapore. She has ventured into the new media and WeChat marketing industry, and is helping local companies to reach out to the Chinese market. “The valuable learning opportunities and hands-on experiences that were offered in ABM honed my project management skills and prepared me for working in Singapore’s vibrant arts community. If not for ABM, I wouldn’t be where I am today!” Sherry Yeu Diploma in Arts Business Management, Class of 2014 Sherry currently works at the National Arts Council with the Singapore Writers Festival team. She is involved in managing the festival and school programmes, as well as assisting in festival operations. SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 5

N91 DIPLOMA IN ARTS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT A business management course anchored in the creative arts and heritage Arts Volunteer Scheme which provides experiential training with local arts and heritage organisations Industry-based assessments which prepare graduates for the workplace Get latest updates on course 6

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN If you love the arts and dream of curating an arts YEAR 1 or heritage festival or running an arts business, then a business management course grounded in – Introduction to Arts & Heritage Management the creative arts could be what you are looking for! – Introduction to the Arts 1: Music & Visual Art Our Diploma in Arts Business Management (ABM) – Social Psychology will equip you with the necessary skills to develop – Academic Writing & Presentation and manage arts enterprises as well as heritage – IT Applications organisations, turning your passion into a reality! – Career & Professional Preparation 1 – Economics Throughout the three years, you will cultivate an – Education, Outreach & Community Arts appreciation for various creative art forms, ranging – Introduction to the Arts 2: Theatre & Dance from theatre and music, to dance and visual arts – Visual Communication 1 through lectures, workshops and industry visits. You – Professional Communication 1 will also be introduced to business and management – Health & Wellness^ skills that will teach you how to manage, market and finance arts and heritage organisations. YEAR 2 Right from the first year of study, you will gain – Arts Marketing & Communication industry exposure through our partnerships with – Human Capital Management esteemed arts and heritage organisations such – Festival & Event Management as the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, National – Partnership Engagement & Volunteer Development Heritage Board, National Gallery of Singapore, – Visual Communication 2 Singapore Book Council, and Esplanade. You can – Professional Communication 2 look forward to working directly with, and being – Financial Management mentored by practising arts producers, managers and – Research in Audience Development administrators. – Talent & Artist Management – Stage & Exhibition Management In the second year, you will learn how to conduct – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ research on cultural audiences, use digital media to market your event to specific audience segments, YEAR 3 develop sponsorship strategies, and organise physical and digital festivals and events. You will also be – Arts Regulation, Policy & Governance equipped on managing finances, and how to interact – Creative Entrepreneurship with talents, artists and volunteers. – Museum & Art Gallery Management – Professional Communication 3 In the final year, you will work on a project or embark – 6-Month Internship / Industry-based Project on an internship, either locally or abroad. That’s not – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ all – you will also integrate your entrepreneurial and creative ideas through a digital exhibition that you ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 7 credit will curate, and develop products, programmes and units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in merchandise. innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 7

CAREER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS As an ABM graduate, you are professionally trained to Aggregate Type ELR2B2-B manage the creative and heritage industries. And what better place to start than the flourishing arts industry To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have in Singapore? the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results. You will be able to work in marketing, fundraising and finance for arts and heritage such as arts centres, Subject ‘O’ level performing or visual arts groups, art galleries and grade museums. You will also have the skills to handle logistics for arts groups as well as manage creative English Language 1-6 talents, or become an arts entrepreneur. Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) 1-6 FURTHER STUDIES Any three other subjects 1-6 You may enjoy up to one semester’s exemption when You must also have sat for one subject listed in the 2nd group applying for relevant degree programmes at Nanyang of relevant subjects for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type listed at Technological University and National University of www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Documents/ELR2B2.pdf Singapore. For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP You may also receive up to one year’s exemption with website for the entry requirements and admissions the following universities: exercise period. – The Australian National University (Australia) CONTACT US • Bachelor of Arts (Art History & Curatorship) – Edith Cowan University (Australia) For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Arts Business Management, log on to • Bachelor of Arts (Arts Management) www.np.edu.sg/abm • Bachelor of Business – Murdoch University (Australia) • Bachelor of Business in Hospitality & Tourism Management • Bachelor of Business in Management • Bachelor of Business in Marketing – Queensland University of Technology (Australia) • Bachelor of Creative Industries – The University of Sydney (Australia) • Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Science From meeting JJ Lin to planning a marketing campaign for a concert, ABM has opened the doors of opportunities and possibilities for me. In fact, I landed myself a full-time job after my internship at Cross Ratio Entertainment! Carista Liew Diploma in Arts Business Management, Class of 2019 Carista is currently an Integrated Marketing Executive at Cross Ratio Entertainment, where she oversees business development, corporate client account services and campaigns, event execution and project management, as well as marketing and public relations. 8

N88 DIPLOMA IN CHINESE MEDIA & COMMUNICATION The only bilingual media course that covers a range of creative media modules, Get latest updates as well as modules in Chinese culture, history and literature on course Broad-based curriculum offers a range of media skills that can be applied across traditional and digital platforms, widening career options Opportunities to spend a semester interning with local media conglomerates such as SPH and Mediacorp Enjoy up to one semester’s exemption for relevant degrees at NTU and NUS SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 9

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Ever dreamt of working in the Chinese-language YEAR 1 media industry? Or thought about carving a career in the exciting world of radio and TV presenting? If – Introduction to Mass Communication bilingualism is your forte, put your skills to good use – Writing for Chinese Media with the Diploma in Chinese Media & Communication – Visual Communication (CMC), where you will be trained to become a creative – Publication Design & Production professional capable of producing creative content for – Academic Writing & Presentation different platforms, from traditional to digital media. – Career & Professional Preparation 1 – Audience Research In the first year of study, you will be trained in writing – Video Production and presentation skills in both Chinese and English, – UI & UX Design laying a strong foundation for a future career as a – Speech Communication in Chinese bilingual content producer. You will also gain practical – Professional Communication 1 skills in radio and video production, and learn to – Health & Wellness^ engage audience better through user interface and user experience (UI & UX) design. YEAR 2 In the second year, you get to hone your skills in – Marketing & Publicity advertising, marketing and publicity, as well as project – Radio Production development. You will also learn radio production skills, – News Reporting & Feature Writing and sharpen your journalism and translation skills. – Fundamentals of Translation There will also be opportunities for you to participate – Chinese History & Culture in collaborative projects with industry partners. – Project Development – Media Ethics & Regulation In the final year, you will spend a semester working on – Feature Production a final-year project in your area of interest and another – Digital Advertising semester interning at top local media companies – Introduction to Chinese Literature such as Singapore Press Holdings, Mediacorp, Wawa – Professional Communication 2 Pictures and August Pictures. – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ YEAR 3 – Professional Communication 3 – Final-Year Project – 6-Month Internship – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 7 credit units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. 10

CAREER – Hong Kong Baptist University (Hong Kong) • Bachelor of Communication Studies With the rise of China, there is a growing interest and demand for Chinese media content from global – Queensland University of Technology (Australia) companies as well as popular local Chinese-language • Bachelor of Media & Communication media outlets. – University of Melbourne (Australia) As a CMC graduate, you are a bilingual media • Bachelor of Arts practitioner who is ahead of the crowd. You can look forward to beginning your career as a journalist, content – University of New South Wales (Australia) producer, television or radio presenter, or marketing • Bachelor of Media in Screen and Sound communication executive. – University of Queensland (Australia) FURTHER STUDIES • Bachelor of Arts You may enjoy up to one semester’s worth of exemption – Communication University of China (China) for relevant degree programmes at Nanyang • Bachelor of Radio and Television Editing and Technological University and National University of Directing Singapore. – Zhejiang University of Media and Communications Past CMC graduates have been admitted to the (Hauce Film Academy) (China) following degree programmes at local and overseas • Bachelor of Director of Film & TV Program universities: – Kyoto Seika University (Japan) – Nanyang Technological University • Bachelor of Arts (Video & Media Arts Course) • Bachelor of Communication Studies ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art, Design & Media) • Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Aggregate Type ELR2B2-A • Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Global Affairs • Bachelor of Arts in History To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have – National University of Singapore the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results. • Bachelor of Arts (Arts & Social Sciences) – Singapore Management University Subject ‘O’ level grade • Bachelor of Social Science – Lasalle College of the Arts English Language 1-6 • Bachelor of Arts in Film Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) 1-7 – Singapore University of Social Sciences Higher Chinese OR 1-4 • Bachelor of Arts in Translation and Interpretation • Bachelor of Communication Chinese 1-3 – Shih Hsin University (Taiwan) • Bachelor of Arts (Radio, TV & Film) Any two other subjects 1-6 – National Chengchi University (Taiwan) • Bachelor of Communication You must also fulfil the aggregate computation – City University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong) requirements for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type listed at www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Documents/ELR2B2.pdf • Bachelor of Arts in Creative Media For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period. CONTACT US For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Chinese Media & Communication, log on to www.np.edu.sg/cmc BEYOND LIGHT How much do you know about the world of the visually impaired and the deaf? “Deaf” and “Hearing Impaired” – which term is more appropriate? Do you know how challenging it is for the visually impaired to cross the road when the traffic light audio system only operates from 7am to 9pm?  ​ All these questions and more were addressed in a series of podcasts developed by a group of Year 3 CMC students, in collaboration with Mediacorp’s CAPITAL 958FM. They wanted to bring listeners into the world of the visually impaired with a tinge of humour, and reveal problems that are rarely discussed. SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 11

N70 DIPLOMA IN CHINESE STUDIES Choice of three specialisations in Year 2: Education, Business or Early Get latest updates Childhood Teaching on course Education specialisation students can apply for the attractive MOE Teacher Training Scheme that covers tuition fees and allowances, and the opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Arts (Education) degree at NTU in 2.5 years Business specialisation students get to learn industry-relevant skills such as public relations, business communication, translation and heritage tourism. The Early Childhood Teaching specialisation is conducted by the National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) in collaboration with Ngee Ann Polytechnic at the NIEC (NP) campus, and recognised by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) Enjoy up to one semester’s exemption for relevant degrees at NTU and NUS 12

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT Education Want to be a primary school Chinese Language Have a love for the Chinese language and culture, teacher? This specialisation will cover topics on passion for educating young minds or a flair for teaching, curriculum planning, and child development. business? Here’s a course that marries all three. Furthermore, you will receive training opportunities at Armed with a Diploma in Chinese Studies (CHS), the National Institute of Education (NIE) in your final you will be a cut above the rest in meeting the rising semester. Upon graduation, you will spend another demand for specialists in Chinese culture and year at NIE to complete a Diploma in Education language. (Chinese Specialisation). Students on this track may apply directly for the MOE Teacher Training Scheme As the first and only course of its kind offered at the (TTS) that covers tuition fees and offers a monthly polytechnic level, and with at least half of the course allowance. conducted in Chinese, CHS sharpens your language skills while preparing you for careers in the education, Business media, tourism and business sectors. As part of the Students who choose the Business specialisation will programme, you will go on field trips to broaden your hone their skills in technology in business, Chinese perspective of Chinese culture and society. business practice, marketing as well as Chinese business communication and translation. You will also In the first year of study, you will go on a discovery gain an in-depth understanding of heritage tourism. journey to uncover aspects of Chinese history, culture, literature, drama and theatre. You will also be exposed Early Childhood Teaching to the fundamentals of translation and how to write If you are interested in becoming a Chinese Language effectively in Chinese. preschool educator, this specialisation will help you learn about the holistic development of a child, In the second year, you can choose to embark on one and curriculum planning and design for preschool of the three specialisations: Education, Business or education. Apply theory to practice through Early Childhood Teaching. practicums and internships at early childhood centres. In the final year, you will spend a semester working on an industry project or undergoing an internship. Through industry exposure, you will gain valuable insights into sectors such as education, early childhood, as well as print and publishing. CHS has provided me with various opportunities to enrich my learning journey. From overseas immersion trips in collaboration with world-renowned institutions, to internship opportunities at leading firms in the industry, we were exposed to situations where we could put the skills and knowledge we learned in class into use. In CHS, we were provided not only an overview of the related industries, but also chances to experience what it is like to work in these industries. Guo Xingru Diploma In Chinese Studies (Business Specialisation), Class of 2018 Xingru is currently studying Chinese Studies in Fudan University. SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 13

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN – Introduction to Children’s Literature YEAR 1 – Effective Learning Environment for Young Children – Professional Communication 2 – General History of China – Introduction to Chinese Cultural History YEAR 3 – Written Communication in Chinese – Speech Communication in Chinese Common Modules for Education and Business – Introduction to Chinese Literature Specialisations – Contemporary China – Introduction to Chinese Linguistics – Introduction to Chinese Drama & Theatre – 6-Month Internship / Industry-based Project** – Professional Communication 1 – IT Applications Common Modules for Education, Early Childhood – Academic Writing & Presentation Teaching and Business Specialisations – Career & Professional Preparation 1 – Chinese Folklore and The Arts – Fundamentals of Translation – Professional Communication 3 YEAR 2 Education Specialisation+ – Readings in Chinese Classics Common Modules for Education and Business – Educational Technology Specialisations – Chinese Etymology & Modern Chinese Script* – Intermediate Translation – Modern Chinese Grammar* – Critical Thinking & Writing in Chinese – Use of Chinese in Teaching (Hanyu Pinyin)* – The Chinese in Southeast Asia – Teaching of Civics & Moral Education* – Professional Communication 2 – Techniques in the Teaching of Chinese Language* Education Specialisation+ Business Specialisation+ – Child Development & Learning – Business Translation – Classical Chinese Poetry & Fiction – Technology in Business – Introduction to Children’s Literature – Language Lesson Planning and Teaching Early Childhood Teaching Specialisation+ – Special Needs and Exceptional Child – Curriculum Planning & Implementation – Family & Community Partnership Business Specialisation+ – Early Numeracy – Chinese Business Communication – Discovery of the World – Chinese Business Practices – Folklore and the Arts – Culture Heritage Tourism – Working with the Exceptional Child – Introduction to Business – Student Internship Programme (3 months) – Marketing & Publicity + All specialisation options are subject to availability Early Childhood Teaching Specialisation+ – Child Development 1 & 2 * For students with MOE Teacher Training Scheme (TTS) – Motor Skills Development – Practicum ** For students not with NIE in final semester – The Professional & Reflective Practitioner – Aesthetics & Creative Expression To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules – Child Safety, Health & Socio-emotional Well-being are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our – Social Emotional Learning website for latest updates. – Language & Literacy – Principles and Practices in Early Education 14

CAREER You may get up to one semester’s exemption when applying for relevant degree programmes at With expert domain knowledge of the Chinese Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and National language and culture, you will have an edge when University of Singapore (NUS). In addition, you may you work for or conduct business with local firms or also receive up to one year’s exemption with the multinational corporations with a presence in China. following overseas degree programmes: As a graduate of CHS (Early Childhood Teaching), you can also be a Chinese Language preschool educator. – Zhejiang University (China) • Bachelor of Chinese Studies With further studies and training, you can become a Chinese Language teacher, translator, journalist, editor – Nanjing University (China) or culture & heritage programme manager. • Bachelor of Chinese Studies FURTHER STUDIES – Huazhong Normal University (China) • Bachelor of Chinese Studies Education specialisation students who have completed their Diploma in Education (Chinese Language – University of Queensland (Australia) Specialisation) at NIE with good results may proceed • Bachelor of Arts to complete a four-year Bachelor of Arts (Education) degree course at NTU in two-and-a-half years. – Shanghai University (China) • Bachelor of Chinese Studies Our CHS graduates have been admitted to the following programmes in local and overseas ENTRY REQUIREMENTS universities: Aggregate Type ELR2B2-A – National University of Singapore • Bachelor of Chinese Studies To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have • Bachelor of Project and Facilities Management the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) • Bachelor of Computer Science results. • Bachelor of Political Science • Bachelor of Economics Subject ‘O’ level • Bachelor of Communications & New Media grade – Singapore Management University • Bachelor of Business Management English Language 1-6 – Nanyang Technological University • Bachelor of Chinese Studies Higher Chinese OR 1-4 • Bachelor of Chinese Education • Bachelor of Linguistics and Multilingual Studies Chinese 1-2 – Singapore University of Social Sciences • Bachelor of Translation and Interpretation Any three other subjects 1-6 • Bachelor of Communication • Bachelor of Chinese Studies You must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) – National Taiwan University (Taiwan) and fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for • Bachelor of Chinese Studies the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type listed at • Bachelor of Foreign Language www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Documents/ELR2B2.pdf – University of Queensland (Australia) • Bachelor of Communications For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period. CONTACT US For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Chinese Studies, log on to www.np.edu.sg/chs For more information about NIEC and its courses, visit www.niec.edu.sg SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 15

N11 DIPLOMA IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT A unique diploma that combines Psychology with Social Enterprise Get latest updates Management to prepare you for meaningful careers in the community sector on course A broad-based curriculum that emphasises hands-on, real-world learning in psychology, entrepreneurship and management Gain up to one semester’s exemption for relevant degree programmes at local universities Opportunities to co-create innovative solutions for social causes, and go on community mapping trips and overseas internships Participate in signature programmes: Community Kickstarter, Changemakers’ Bootcamp and Social Innovation in Action 16

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN YEAR 1 Passionate about engaging communities for a worthy cause? Curious about human psychology and how to – Introduction to Psychology apply it to impact behavioural changes? Learn how to – Community Development & Social Services make a positive impact in the community through our – Development Across the Lifespan: Diploma in Community Development (CDT)! Embracing Diversity & Inclusivity Through CDT, you will have the opportunity to interact – Fundamentals of Sociology with different segments of the community, understand – Introduction to Research Methods and Statistics their needs and motivations, and be equipped to – Managing Social Service Organisations achieve better outcomes for these communities. – Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship – Academic Writing & Presentation You will also learn fundamental principles of human – Career & Professional Preparation 1 behavior, design thinking and social innovation; and – Professional Communication 1 through collaboration, you will get to curate innovative – IT Applications solutions that will address community issues and – Health & Wellness^ needs. The broad-based curriculum will expose you to various aspects of psychology, entrepreneurship YEAR 2 and management, to enable you to be an effective practitioner in the social service, non-profit and social – Community Psychology & Advocacy enterprise sectors. – Case Management & Supervised Practicum – Group Dynamics & Facilitation Over the three years, our signature programmes – Marketing & Communication for Social Service are designed to give you an extraordinary learning journey: Organisations – Programme Development & Impact Evaluation Year 1: Community Kickstarter – Project & Event Management Embark on a Community Kickstarter journey to learn – Regulatory Framework & Governance about the needs of the community. Get an introduction – Research Methods for Social Sciences to psychology, sociology and the social services – Sponsorship & Volunteer Development sector. – Professional Communication 2 – Technology for Community Solutioning Year 2: Changemakers’ Bootcamp – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ Be empowered with professional skills in areas such as managing social service organisations, marketing and YEAR 3 communication, conducting research, counselling and group facilitation techniques in social work settings. – 6-Month Internship There will be more hands-on learning through a – Practicum with Integrated Project Changemakers’ Bootcamp as well as Service-Learning – Professional Communication 3 projects. – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ Year 3: Social Innovation in Action ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 7 credit Gain industry exposure through a practicum with key units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in social service and non-profit industry partners such innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary as the Ministry of Family & Social Development, or project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, start a social enterprise yourself. You will also get to the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and intern at local or overseas social enterprises, as well as propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop start-ups and companies with strong corporate social students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the responsibility, such as DBS and Adrenalin Group. But future workplace. that’s not all – you could also have the opportunity to go for an overseas community mapping trip, where To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules you will identify and propose solutions on social issues. are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 17

CAREER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The community development and social services Aggregate Type ELR2B2-A sectors are growing and expanding their talent pool. Upon graduation, you will be able to work for non- To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have profit organisations in job roles such as programme the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) coordinator or executive, volunteer executive, youth results. worker or social work associate. You could also work in for-profit firms in fields such as marketing, Subject ‘O’ level communications, event management and operations, grade or even launch your own social enterprise! English Language 1-6 FURTHER STUDIES Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) 1-6 Any three other subjects 1-6 Graduates may pursue further studies in institutions of higher learning, both locally and overseas. As CDT is You must also fulfil the aggregate computation a broad-based diploma, graduates have a wide array requirements for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type listed at of study choices, including those in the social sciences, www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Documents/ELR2B2.pdf humanities and business. For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP You may also get up to one semester’s exemption when website for the entry requirements and admissions applying for relevant degree programmes at local exercise period. universities. CONTACT US For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Community Development, log on to www.np.edu.sg/cdt 18

N96 DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT & EDUCATION Practice-oriented training with a 22-week student internship and two practicum attachments Recipients of the ECDA Training Award will get full-course sponsorship, professional development funding and a one-off grant for study-related expenses Deepen your knowledge and skills in Early Intervention in early childhood settings Conducted by the National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) Get latest updates irneccoo gllAnabisuoenrdiaqtbuioyentbhwieliintEhgauNralgylemCeheAidlndianhocPoooudlyrDsteeecvthhenlaoitcpcmaotvetenhrtesANagIreEanCncg(yNe(PEo)CfcDcarAme)aptuivse, amneddia on course modules as well Enjoyausp to one year’smexoedmulpetsioinn CfohrinBeascehceuloltruorfeE, hairsltyoCryhialdnhdoloitderEadtuurceation prog rBamromade-wbiathseSdUcSuSrroicrugluamin odfifrercst aenrtarnygientoof tmhedBiacshkeilllosrtofwEiduencactaiorneer opportunities (Special Education) programme at Flinders University, Australia SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 19

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN If you love interacting with children and have a strong YEAR 1 interest in early childhood education, then why not play an active role in shaping a child’s growth with our – Child Development 1 & 2 Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education – Child Safety, Health & Socio-emotional Well-Being (ECDE)? – Motor Skills Development – Practicum 1 This course is conducted by the National Institute of – Language & Literacy Early Childhood Development (NIEC) in collaboration – The Professional & Reflective Practitioner with Ngee Ann Polytechnic at the NIEC (NP) campus. – Principles & Practices in Early Education The qualification is recognised by the Early Childhood – Academic Writing & Presentation Development Agency (ECDA) for graduates to register – IT Applications and practise as a preschool teacher in Singapore. – Professional Communication 1 – Career & Professional Preparation 1 From the first year of study, you will go on weekly – Health & Wellness^ attachments at childcare centres, which means you get the chance to apply and hone your skills YEAR 2 alongside experienced teachers. You will build a strong foundation in understanding child development, early – Working with the Exceptional Child childhood care and education for young children – Social Emotional Learning between the ages of 18 months and 6 years. – Early Numeracy – Discovery of the World In the second year, you will continue your field – Curriculum Planning & Implementation practicum while learning about the holistic – Effective Learning Environment for Young Children development of a child, and curriculum planning and – Practicum 2 design. You will also learn how to encourage children to – Professional Communication 2 be curious learners and problem solvers. – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ In the final year, you will deepen your knowledge in YEAR 3 your area of interest with a suite of electives such as Music & Dance for Young Children and Drama for – Family & Community Partnership Preschool Education or take up modules in the Early – Student Internship Programme Intervention track. You may even choose to take up – Professional Communication 3 the 2D & 3D Art modules conducted at the NIEC – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ (Temasek Polytechnic) campus (subject to terms and conditions). You will also put your skills and knowledge Choose any two electives from the following, or be into practice when you go on a six-month internship at part of the Early Intervention (EI) track by taking an early childhood centre. three EI electives#: – 2D & 3D art^^ Upon graduation, you will become a certified preschool – Assessment & Differentiated Instructions teacher. You can go on to upgrade your career through – Assessment of Young Children# post-diploma programmes at NIEC or embark on a – Capstone Project local degree programme with up to one-semester – Childhood Disorders & Disabilities# exemption. – Children’s Literature – Drama for Preschool Education To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules – Early Intervention & Teaching Approaches# are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our – Issues & Trends in Early Intervention website for latest updates. – Music & Dance for Young Children – Teaching Literacy to Diverse Learners 20 # All electives are subject to availability ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 7 credit units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. ^^ 2D & 3D Art is an elective conducted at the NIEC (TP) campus.

CAREER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS With an increasing emphasis on raising the quality Aggregate Type ELR2B2-A of early childhood education in Singapore, there are good career prospects and an abundance of training To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have opportunities. You will be able to land a job as an early the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) childhood educator or as a trained professional in the results. various agencies that offer services for children and families. With further studies and training, you may Subject ‘O’ level find employment in the following areas: grade • Child Support and Family Services • Special Needs Education English Language 1-6* • Curriculum Development Mathematics (Elementary/Additional)** 1-6+ • Play Therapy Any three other subjects** • Teacher Education 1-6 FURTHER STUDIES Candidates would need to be certified medically fit for study by a certified medical doctor, and to work with children according to For ECDE graduates with work experience, you ECDA’s medical requirements for preschool teachers. can undertake NIEC’s Post-Diploma Certificate, Specialist Diploma or Advanced Diploma training You must also fulfil the aggregate computation in early childhood related areas. These courses will requirements for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type listed at better equip you to take on roles as a Mentor Teacher www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Documents/ELR2B2.pdf or Senior Educarer, or deepen your knowledge in Learning Support. With sufficient relevant experience * All applicants with a C5 or C6 in EL in the GCE ‘O’ Level and additional training through the Advanced Diploma examination are given two years from the point of teacher in Early Childhood Teaching & Learning and the registration to obtain at least a B4 in ‘O’ Level English (English as Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Leadership, you a First Language) or English Language Acceptable Alternatives. can also take on roles as a Lead Teacher and Centre Leader. As an ECDE graduate, you may enjoy up to + Students with a D7 in Mathematics may apply for the course one year’s worth of credits exemption for the full-time provided they have GCE ‘O’ Level passes (1-6) in 5 subjects Bachelor of Early Childhood Education with Minor in (including English). the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). ** The main medium of instruction for these subjects must be in You may also gain direct entry into the Bachelor of English, except for a language subject. Education (Special Education) programme at Flinders University, Australia. This programme is offered For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP in partnership with the Social Service Institute, website for the entry requirements and admissions Singapore. exercise period. CONTACT US For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education, log on to www.np.edu.sg/ecde For more information about NIEC and its courses, visit www.niec.edu.sg SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 21

N95 DIPLOMA IN TAMIL STUDIES WITH EARLY EDUCATION First and only such diploma course in Singapore, with a curriculum that is Get latest updates taught in Tamil and English on course Get fully immersed in the local Indian community through Service Learning and learn about the Tamil culture, language and history Attractive training awards by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) and the Ministry of Education (MOE) Conducted by the National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) in collaboration with Ngee Ann Polytechnic at the NIEC (NP) campus, and recognised by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) 22

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Has it always been your dream to be a teacher? YEAR 1 Do you have a love for the rich Tamil language and culture? Make your dream a reality by taking up the – Child Development 1 & 2 Diploma in Tamil Studies with Early Education (TSE)! – Motor Skills Development – Introduction to Tamil Language Through this one-of-a-kind diploma, you will not only – Introduction to Tamil Culture & Society nurture the next generation of young minds, but have – Communication in Tamil 1 & 2 opportunities to share your passion for the Tamil – Principles & Practices in Early Education language and culture with others! With the importance – Tamil Literature of Mother Tongue Language (MTL) in schools, you will – Tamil History secure good opportunities as a Tamil Language pre- – IT Applications school educator. – Academic Writing & Presentation – Career & Professional Preparation 1 In your first year, you will be introduced to child – Professional Communication 1 development, practices in early education, and uncover the diverse world of Tamil literature, history, YEAR 2 society, and culture. – Child Safety, Health & Socio-emotional Well-Being In your second year, you will learn more about socio- – Social Emotional Learning emotional aspects of nurturing children and how they – Early Numeracy learn. Get a chance to explore the arts, history, and – Discovery of the World performing art forms in Tamil culture. – The Tamil Diaspora – Introduction to Tamil Film & Performing Arts In your final year, you will learn essential skills to work – Language & Literacy with families, create an effective learning environment – The Professional & Reflective Practitioner for children, and how to plan a curriculum. – Aesthetics & Creative Expression – Introduction to Tamil Children’s Literature In addition, you get to apply what you have learnt in – Tamil Arts & the Contemporary Society a three-month internship with a preschool where you – Professional Communication 2 will teach Tamil MTL and literacy to young children. Throughout your three years, you will also be exposed YEAR 3 to career and professional preparation modules that prepare you for the workplace. – Working with the Exceptional Child – Family & Community Partnership – Teaching Tamil to Diverse Learners – Folklore & the Arts – Communication in Tamil 3 – Student Internship Programme – Effective Learning Environment for Young Children – Curriculum Planning & Implementation – Professional Communication 3 To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES 23

CAREER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Upon graduation, you are certified as a Tamil Language Aggregate Type ELR2B2-A preschool educator. You may also apply to MOE to be a primary school Tamil Language teacher if you meet To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have MOE’s criteria. the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results. FURTHER STUDIES Subject ‘O’ level As a TSE graduate, you may apply for further studies grade with specialisations at the following local universities: English Language 1-6* – National Institute of Education / Nanyang Technological University Higher Tamil OR 1-4 • Diploma in Education (Tamil Language) (Primary) • Bachelor of Arts (Education) – only for Tamil 1-2 candidates selected for MOE Tamil Language Teacher Training Scheme Any three other subjects** 1-6 • Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics & Multilingual Studies Candidates would need to be certified medically fit for study by – National University of Singapore a certified medical doctor, and to work with children according to • Bachelor of Arts in South East Asian Studies ECDA’s medical requirements for preschool teachers. (Tamil Studies) – Singapore University of Social Sciences You must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education with Tamil and fulfil the aggregate computation requirements Language for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type listed at • Bachelor of Arts in Tamil Language and www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Documents/ELR2B2.pdf Literature * To be granted teacher certification status by ECDA to also teach English up to Kindergarten levels, applicants must have a minimum of a B4 for GCE ‘O’ level English Language (EL). * All applicants with a C5 or C6 in EL in the GCE ‘O’ Level examination are given two years from the point of teacher registration to obtain at least a B4 in ‘O’ Level English (English as a First Language) or English Language Acceptable Alternatives. ** The main medium of instruction for these subjects must be in English, except for a language subject. For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period. CHILDREN. COMMUNICATION. CONTACT US CULTURE. For the most up-to-date information on These 3Cs embody the TSE experience where NP’s Diploma in Tamil Studies with Early aspiring Tamil preschool teachers are given Education, log on to www.np.edu.sg/tse rich and hands-on learning experiences. For more information about NIEC and its Programmes like Camp Inspire and Project courses, visit www.niec.edu.sg Involve, and collaborations with preschools and community organisations like the National Library Board (NLB) and the Tamil Council create opportunities for students to find out more about Tamil culture and the local Indian community. Students also participate in national events such as Sorsilamabam, a Tamil debate competition in which the team from TSE was part of the top three in 2019! 24

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