Advanced Diploma in Design
Program Overview
The Advanced Diploma is a one-year programme, a specialized extension of the Diploma in Design. A combination of studio-based learning and industry experience equips graduates with the artistic maturity and professional skills required to be practitioners of the highest calibre.
The first semester focuses on studio-based learning, which comprises a final specialism project, contextual studies, and professional preparation. For their final specialism project, students are encouraged to adopt a multi-disciplinary approach towards a finalized outcome. Through consultation and mentorship, they will become independent thinkers with methodical decision-making processes, and demonstrate both technical and conceptual proficiency in their chosen area of study.
| Study Modes |
Full Time |
| Course Duration |
1 Year |
| Total Contact Hours |
1716 contact hours (858 contact hours per academic year) |
| Schedule |
5 days per week x 6.6 hours per day |
Entry Qualification
To enter this course, the student must successfully complete the Diploma in Design programme (as awarded by Capital College of the Arts, Management and Technology) OR possess the following:
- Minimum of two ‘O’ Level subject passes (not including English Language) or their equivalent; AND
- Pass English Proficiency Test equivalent to CCAMT Certificate in English Level 2; OR Minimum of a pass in General Paper or IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL iBT 35-45 or its equivalent; AND
- Diploma in a relevant or related major (e.g Visual Communication, Interactive Design, Design & Media, Design Computing) OR
- Other qualifications which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
In addition, prospective students will also need to submit a statement of purpose, project proposal and pass an interview.
Aptitude Test
The student will need to complete and pass a short skill test consisting of a creative task and multiple-choice questions.
Statement of Purpose (500–800 words)
The student will need to describe their interest, involvement and experience in design and/or the visual arts. Design experience can include work done with arts organisations, galleries or events such as film, performance, festivals and exhibitions. These can also be events you attended or projects that you worked on.
Statement of purpose is to be submitted online.
Creative Portfolio
The student will need to submit a portfolio – a collection of work that showcases their skills, personality and creative potential. This should include what they have learnt and created so far to what they plan to do next.
The portfolio should demonstrate:
- Familiarity with designing for two or more digital platforms or genres such as website, mobile application, other devices and interactive displays, online exhibition, online marketplace, etc.
- Ability to map out information design and user journey
- Basic skills in layout design and typography These can be submitted in the form of sketches, drawings, photographs, moodboards and collages
Interview
The student will need to participate in a dialogue in relation to the submitted statement of purpose and creative portfolio – What are your motivations for choosing this course? Share your interest, influence and aspiration. What do you hope to achieve in this programme? You should also share how this programme might prepare you for your future career path.
If the student is unable to attend the interview on campus, an online interview will be arranged.
Modules
| YEAR |
MODULE TITLE |
MODULE CODE |
Critical and Contextual Studies |
AD-DDS-CCS 3A |
|
Studio Practice |
AD-DDS-STP 3A/B |
|
Creative Professional Practice |
AD-DDS-CPP 3A |
|
Presentation, Communication and Research |
AD-DDS-PCR 3A/B |
|
Industry and Career |
AD-DDS-INC 3A/B |
Grades
GRADE |
GRADING SCHEME |
GENERAL DESCRIPTORS |
A+ |
90-100 |
Outstanding |
A |
80-89 |
Very Good |
B |
70-79 |
Good |
C |
60-69 |
Satisfactory |
D |
50-59 |
Unsatisfactory |
E |
30-49 |
Poor |
F |
1-29 |
Inadequate |
0 |
- |
Non-Submission or plagiarized |
P |
|
Pass at Re-Assessment |
Programme Fees (Full-time)
| Tuition Fees |
$19,000.00 |
|
Administrative & Compliance Fees (non-refundable) |
$1,400.00 |
| Course Assessment & Resources Fees (External Examiners) (non-refundable) |
$1,600.00 |
|
Fee Protection Scheme - Group Premium (non-refundable) |
$221.10 |
|
Fee Protection Scheme - Group Admin Fees (non-refundable) |
$110.00 |
| Singapore Government Tax GST 9% |
$2,009.80 |
| Total Course Fees |
$24,340.90 |
A non-refundable registration fee of $381.50 applies.
View our fees and charges page for full details .
List of Approved Teachers and Modules
Graduation Requirement
Students are to meet the attendance requirements of minimum 90% class attendance, achieve at least a pass grade of 50% grade for each module and complete a project assignment.
Certification
The Advanced Diploma in Design will be awarded by Capital College of the Arts, Management And Technology.
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