STA Course Brochure 2019

Diploma in Arts & Theatre Management Design for User Experience Game Design

Media Production & Design Sonic Arts

MAKE YOUR MARK AT REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC

Enter a world of learning and discovery with us as we help you to think deeper, dream bigger and guide you to accomplish more than you could have ever imagined. You will acquire skills that will stay with you for life. You will be nurtured to be a professional, a problem-solver and a passionate citizen ready to take on any career you choose. By the time you graduate, you will be ready to make your mark.

At RP, you can look forward to world-class learning opportunities, robust curriculum and top-notch facilities. And no matter where this experience takes you, we are here to guide you to success.

Unique Learning Experiences RP’s world-class curriculum is enhanced by our Problem-based Learning pedagogy, which means your lessons will always be fun, active and engaging. During lessons, you will be tackling the same challenges you would face in the working world, developing your critical thinking skills and using problem-solving techniques to address real-life problems.

Abundant Learning Opportunities Put your learning into practice by participating in industry internship programmes, overseas study trips, Co-curricular Activities (CCAs), and community-based projects. And while you are at it, grab hold of readily-available opportunities to hone your skills and expertise at state-of-the-art facilities that simulate real-world environments.

Focus on Lifelong Learning Whether you are a new student, returning graduate or working professional, we hope your time at RP is exciting, enriching and empowering, and that you leave us ready to embark on your chosen career path. If you are looking to acquire new skills or considering to deepen your knowledge, RP’s comprehensive range of lifelong learning courses will put you on track to stay relevant for the evolving workforce.

Are you ready to discover your potential, transform your skillset and achieve your dreams?

Let’s get started!

My learning experience in RP has been amazing because RP has top-notch facilities, established industry networks, and a relevant curriculum. With many interesting courses for you to choose from, I am certain you can find a course that you truly love!

ONG LIN Diploma in Media Production & Design 2018 Graduate

Also, check out all these exciting programmes offered by our seven Schools: School of Applied Science

School of Management and Communication

School of Hospitality

School of Technology for the Arts

School of Engineering School of Infocomm

School of Sports, Health and Leisure

For more details on course information and entry requirements, please contact:

School of Technology Republic for the Arts Polytechnic www.rp.edu.sg/sta

6510 3000

SchoolofTechnologyfortheArts

www.rp.edu.sg 9 Woodlands Avenue 9, Singapore 738964 republicpolytechnic 1

ABOUT SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY

FOR THE ARTS

Have an eye for design? Burning to tell your story? Then this school could just be for you!

At the RP School of Technology for the Arts (STA), we help you unleash your talents and groom you to be a professional in the creative industries. Through a wide range of programmes and an interdisciplinary approach, we harness your imagination, hone your artistic capabilities, fuel your passion, and develop your storytelling skills. You will also learn how to use next-gen technology effectively to enhance and deliver creative expressions for maximum impact.

You will be guided to build a convincing portfolio that will enable you to secure internship in the industry of your choice. Enrol in STA and make a name for yourself in arts and theatre management, user experience design, game design and development, media production, graphic design, live sound engineering, music composition, and sound design.

Covering a broad range of topics, we offer diplomas in: • Arts & Theatre Management • Design for User Experience • Game Design

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• Media Production & Design • Sonic Arts

OUR FACILITIES The best way to learn is through practice and experimentation. At STA, you can look forward to having hands-on experience in using cutting-edge technology and the latest industry-standard tools and equipment.

Your technical training for artistic expressions will take place in well-designed and well-equipped spaces like: • Audio Synthesis Studio • Black Box • Creative Studio • Foley Arts Studio • Game Production Studio • Post Production Suites • Set Construction Studio • Sound Recording Suites • Technical Demo Studio • Television Studio • The Atelier • Theatre Production Stage • Usability Room • UX Studio

WHY CHOOSE STA? Join STA to hone your unique skills in a welcoming environment that is conducive to spur your creativity!

Dream of becoming an artist, set designer, stage manager, creative consultant, graphic designer, director, or composer? STA will harness your passion and transform it into a successful career in the industry. We offer industry internships at various arts organisations, theatre companies, advertising agencies, and recording studios to expand and build on your knowledge in real-world settings. You could be spending some time working at established corporations like Resorts World Sentosa, Ogilvy & Mather Singapore Group, Marina Bay Sands, and Mediacorp.

As an STA graduate, you will leave RP with a personal portfolio of work that opens doors to the industry of your choice. Whether your true passion lies in arts and theatre management, user experience design, game design and development, media production, graphic design, live sound engineering, music composition, or sound design, your diploma will prepare you to tackle real-world challenges in your chosen field.

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ARTS & THEATRE MANAGEMENT

Are you passionate about the arts? Unleash your creativity and maximise your potential in the dynamic world of arts and theatre management.

Learn about the day-to-day operations of arts companies and arts venues. Hone your skills as a technical specialist with access to state-of-the-art theatre facilities. Visit arts organisations and universities around the world on our overseas study trips.

Experience a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme at organisations such as BASE Entertainment, Marina Bay Sands, National Gallery Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa, The Star Performing Arts Centre, The Show Company, Wild Rice and many other established arts and events companies.

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ABOUT THE DIPLOMA Immerse yourself into the world of arts and culture with the Diploma in Arts & Theatre Management (DATM). Learn how to balance your creativity with a keen aesthetic eye and core technical skills, combined with arts management expertise for a successful career in arts and theatre management from both local and international perspectives.

Stage and production management, marketing, front-of-house and venue facilities management, stagecraft and production design are highly sought-after skills in various creative industries.

With hands-on experience and practical training at our purpose-built Black Box at The Republic Cultural Centre (TRCC), you will gain the essentials needed to take your career in theatre and ‘live’ entertainment to the next level.

Our industry attachment opportunities at established arts organisations and theatre companies, together with industry-linked projects, will give you a real glimpse into this exciting and vibrant industry.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a DATM graduate, you can take centre stage in operational, administrative and managerial positions for integrated resorts, arts-related organisations, and theatre and production companies. You can also take on technical roles in theatre productions.

Career options include: • Artist Liaison Officer • Arts Administrator • Arts Facilities Manager • Arts Programmer • Lighting Technician • Production Coordinator • Scenic and Costume Coordinator • Stage Manager • Wardrobe Supervisor

In this industry, we are expected to be creative while working with limited resources and constraints. In DATM, we learn to think outside the box and work realistically within boundaries. We are given a lot of exploratory space to experiment and having been able to work with people of different roles opens my mind. Our lecturers constantly share with us valuable industry experiences, and emphasise on the importance of staying curious.

Bhavisha Chandroo Methani Diploma in Arts & Theatre Management 2018 Graduate

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COURSE STRUCTURE The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES

SPECIALISATION MODULES

G101 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

T120 Understanding Drama

G107 Communication in the Global Workplace

T122 Introduction to Technical Theatre

G121 Innovation and Practice

T221 Introduction to Arts Management

G951 Life Skills I

T222 Production Design

G952 Life Skills II

T223 Stage Management

G953 Life Skills III

T226 Introduction to Lighting

G961 ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work

T228 Stagecraft

G962 ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready

T260 Interactive Media and Content Development T324 Production Management

DISCIPLINE MODULES B216 Marketing T201 Creative Concepts T202 Art of Story

T329 Theatre Production Practicum T374 Venue and Front of House Management T621 Drafting for Productions T622 Electrical Fundamentals for Theatre

T262 Introduction to User Experience T274 Drawing T601 Arts History T602 Creative Enterprise

ELECTIVE MODULE Select one module from the list below: B221 Human Resource Management

INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME

H220 Introduction to the Event Industry T219 Live Sound Fundamentals

T300 Project T380 Portfolio Development Select one module from the list below: T931 Industry Immersion Programme T932 Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme

FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Select either one of the following: T200 Special Project Two modules to be selected from a list of Freely Chosen Modules

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MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCE O-LEVEL HOLDERS

GRADE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

1-6

MATHEMATICS (ELEMENTARY / ADDITIONAL)

1-7

ANY THREE OTHER SUBJECTS

1-6

*In addition, you must have sat for one subject listed in 1st Group and another different subject listed in 2nd Group: 1st Group: Art / Art & Design, Business Studies, Combined Humanities, Commerce, Commercial Studies, Economics, Geography, Higher Art, Higher Music, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Chinese), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Malay), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Tamil), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Intro to Enterprise Development, Literature in English, Literature in Chinese, Literature in Malay, Literature in Tamil, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Music

2nd Group: Additional Mathematics, Art / Art & Design, Business Studies, Chinese, Combined Humanities, Commerce, Commercial Studies, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Design Studies, Economics, Elementary Mathematics, Food & Nutrition, Geography, Higher Art, Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, Higher Music, Higher Tamil, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Chinese), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Malay), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Tamil), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Intro to Enterprise Development, Literature in English, Literature in Chinese, Literature in Malay, Literature in Tamil, Malay, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Music, Principles of Accounts, Tamil

FOR NITEC

GPA ≥ 3.5

NT41

MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY

NT60

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY (LIGHTING AND SOUND)

NT82

FASHION APPAREL PRODUCTION AND DESIGN

FOR HIGHER NITEC

GPA ≥ 2.0

BS81

BUSINESS STUDIES (EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION)

BS83

BUSINESS STUDIES (HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS)

BS96

PERFORMANCE PRODUCTION

BS98

EVENT MANAGEMENT

IT77

FACILITY MANAGEMENT

For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/datm

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DESIGN FOR USER EXPERIENCE

Blown away by inspirational design and their impact on everyday living? Acquire valuable user experience (UX) skills and take design to the next level.

Understand the interactive nature of design processes and how it can enhance user experience. Acquire knowledge in the areas of digital, product, spatial, and service design. Develop in-depth understanding of user-centred, inclusive and sustainable design.

Attain competencies in ethnographic and user research, wire-framing, prototyping, usability testing, and design thinking.

Experience a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme at leading organisations such as KPMG Services, Ogilvy & Mather Singapore Group, and Thales Solutions Asia.

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ABOUT THE DIPLOMA The Diploma in Design for User Experience (DDUX) unleashes infinite opportunities for you to design interactive user interfaces that engage and excite users. Gain highly-transferable design skills that are useful in a variety of industries and learn how to apply your user-centred design knowledge to different products, services, digital, and spatial design spheres.

Successful user experience design should harness cutting-edge, sophisticated technology to create simple and intuitive user interfaces that resonate with individuals. With plenty of hands-on training, you will develop your planning and practical design skills to create unique interfaces that stand out in a competitive market.

Through industry attachment opportunities at design companies and organisations with creative divisions, you will be exposed to first-hand training in this field.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a DDUX graduate, you can join leading global technology companies with strong design cultures such as Apple, Google, Microsoft, Philips, or Samsung.

Career options include: • Design Researcher • Product Designer • Storyteller / Visualiser • User Experience Designer • User Interface Designer • Web Designer

As designers, we should view from our users’ perspectives to fully understand their needs. DDUX has expanded my knowledge in design and I have developed better interpersonal skills through this course. I am thankful to have passionate lecturers who are open and willing to share relevant working experiences with us, which are important for our learning.

Aung Kyaw Bo Bo

Diploma in Design for User Experience 2018 Graduate

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COURSE STRUCTURE The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES

SPECIALISATION MODULES

G101 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

T242 Interaction Design

G107 Communication in the Global Workplace

T245 Tools for Interaction Design

G121 Innovation and Practice

T246 Design Research

G951 Life Skills I

T252 Fundamentals of Design

G952 Life Skills II

T281 User Experience Design Studio

G953 Life Skills III

T375 Service Design

G961 ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work

T376 Design with Emerging Technology

G962 ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready

T377 Usability Evaluation T378 Spatial and Environment Design T379 Product Design

DISCIPLINE MODULES B216 Marketing T201 Creative Concepts T202 Art of Story T262 Introduction to User Experience T274 Drawing T601 Arts History T602 Creative Enterprise

INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME T300 Project T380 Portfolio Development Select one module from the list below: T931 Industry Immersion Programme T932 Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme

FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Select either one of the following: T200 Special Project Two modules to be selected from a list of Freely Chosen Modules

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T383 User Interface Design

ELECTIVE MODULE Select one module from the list below: E262 Product Design and Prototyping T230 Game Theory and Application T260 Interactive Media and Content Development

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCE O-LEVEL HOLDERS

GRADE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

1-7

MATHEMATICS (ELEMENTARY / ADDITIONAL)

1-7

ANY THREE OTHER SUBJECTS

1-6

In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Art / Art & Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Computing, Computer Studies, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Design Studies, Electronics, Engineering Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Higher Art, Human & Social Biology, Integrated Science, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

FOR NITEC

GPA ≥ 3.5

NT21

ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING / BUILDING DRAFTING (ARCHITECTURAL)

NT44

DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN / DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN (INTERACTIVE MEDIA)

NT46

PRODUCT DESIGN

NT65

SPACE DESIGN (ARCHITECTURE)

NT66

SPACE DESIGN (INTERIOR AND EXHIBITION)

NT71

VISUAL COMMUNICATION

NT80

SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEB DEVELOPMENT

FOR HIGHER NITEC

GPA ≥ 2.0

BS88

BUSINESS STUDIES (E-COMMERCE) / BUSINESS-INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

BS92

VISUAL MERCHANDISING

BS94

RETAIL MERCHANDISING

IT51

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN / MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN

IT54

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DRAWING AND DESIGN

For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/ddux

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GAME DESIGN

Want to learn how gamification can transform the world?

Unlock your future in the game industry and beyond.

Experience a hands-on approach to game design. Use technical skills, game design knowledge and immersive technologies like augmented reality to launch your career in game design. Learn how games can go beyond entertainment in the changing world of serious games and gamification. Turn your vision into a reality and create your game with the Diploma in Game Design.

Master a variety of software tools to create immersive and engaging game experiences.

Experience a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme at leading companies such as Gumi Asia, IGG Singapore, No Average Joe, and Ubisoft.

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ABOUT THE DIPLOMA Enjoy hands-on experience in game design and make your vision of creating a successful game a reality with the Diploma in Game Design (DGD). Using your game design knowledge and technical skills, launch your career in game design and establish yourself as a bright spark in the industry.

Through comprehensive training and practical sessions, you can master 2D and 3D design software to plan and build successful games on a variety of platforms, including mobile devices.

Once you complete the diploma, you will graduate with your own stunning games portfolio that covers a variety of different genres.

Our industry projects give you opportunities to design professional games for education, health, hospitality, banking and business. You can also showcase your game-making talents at the annual Global Game Jam Singapore, organised by DGD.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES DGD graduates have entered a variety of professions across a host of industries including game companies, publishers and organisations that require game design, art and production skillsets. Alternatively, you can embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and start your own game studio to rival the biggest players in the business.

I always seek creative outlets that will allow me to express myself freely and DGD is the perfect place for that. In addition to developing useful skills in game production, I have also learnt transferable life skills such as organisational behaviour. It is especially helpful to have experienced and enthusiastic lecturers who came from the industry to share their experiences with us.

Career options include: • 2D Artist • 3D Artist • Game Designer • Game Assistant Producer • Game Quality Assurance Tester • Game Studio Founder • Level Designer

Mohammed Nadeem S/O Syed M S Diploma in Game Design 2018 Graduate

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COURSE STRUCTURE The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES

SPECIALISATION MODULES

G101 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

A113 Mathematics

G107 Communication in the Global Workplace G121 Innovation and Practice G951 Life Skills I G952 Life Skills II G953 Life Skills III G961 ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work G962 ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready

DISCIPLINE MODULES

T105 Game Programming T130 Tools for Game Design T203 2D Art Asset Creation T230 Game Theory and Application T231 Board and Card Game Design T232 Digital Game Prototyping T234 Level and World Design T331 Game Mechanics Design T333 Agile Project Management for Games T335 Artificial Intelligence for Games

T201 Creative Concepts

T336 Augmented and Virtual Reality

for Games

T202 Art of Story

T337 3D Art Asset Creation

T262 Introduction to User Experience T274 Drawing T601 Arts History T602 Creative Enterprise

FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Select either one of the following:

INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME T300 Project T380 Portfolio Development Select one module from the list below: T931 Industry Immersion Programme T932 Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme

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T200 Special Project Two modules to be selected from a list of Freely Chosen Modules

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCE O-LEVEL HOLDERS

GRADE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

1-7

MATHEMATICS (ELEMENTARY / ADDITIONAL)

1-7

ANY TWO OTHER SUBJECTS

1-6

In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Art / Art & Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Computing, Computer Studies, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Design Studies, Electronics, Engineering Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Higher Art, Human & Social Biology, Integrated Science, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

FOR NITEC

GPA ≥ 3.5

NT21

ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING / BUILDING DRAFTING (ARCHITECTURAL)

NT41

MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY

NT44 DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN / DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN (INTERACTIVE MEDIA) NT52 DIGITAL ANIMATION NT54 DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN (DIGITAL VIDEO EFFECTS) NT71

VISUAL COMMUNICATION

NT79

INFO-COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (CLOUD COMPUTING)

NT80 SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEB DEVELOPMENT

FOR HIGHER NITEC

GPA ≥ 2.0

BS88

BUSINESS STUDIES (E-COMMERCE) / BUSINESS-INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

BS92

VISUAL MERCHANDISING

BS94

RETAIL MERCHANDISING

IT63

GAMES DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dgd

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MEDIA PRODUCTION & DESIGN

Want to fuel your creative spark? Get noticed by crafting unforgettable visual stories across multimedia channels.

Acquire expertise in graphic design, single and multi-camera video production techniques, covering various formats and genres. Create visual works for TV, print, websites, social networking platforms, mobile, and screen-based devices, building a strong online portfolio of original works.

Learn essential skills to tell a good story and communicate clearly with images, words and sound to persuade an audience effectively.

Experience a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme at well-known media companies such as Discovery Networks, HBO, Mediacorp, Oak3 Films, and Up BrandBuzz.

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ABOUT THE DIPLOMA Providing you with the knowledge and skills to produce outstanding transmedia content, the Diploma in Media Production & Design (DMPD) enables you to stand out from the crowd in the ever-evolving media landscape.

Using both conventional and digital media formats, you will learn to produce a range of content to enlighten and enliven your audiences. Our comprehensive hands-on training will help you to master key techniques in media production, resulting in a portfolio of dynamic visual works across multiple media channels.

Our industry attachments at production companies, advertising and design agencies and public-sector organisations will empower you to take your skills one step further.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES DMPD graduates enjoy opportunities in a variety of professions at media companies, advertising agencies and media divisions of government organisations.

Career options include: • Assistant Producer • Digital Marketer • Graphic Designer • TV Director / Producer • Video Editor • Videographer • Web Designer

Through DMPD, I have worked on several video projects for major RP events such as Open House and for external clients. Such opportunities have deepened my skills and I am spurred to pursue my passion in video production.

Chua Sok Hui, Stella Diploma in Media Production & Design 2018 Graduate

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COURSE STRUCTURE The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES

SPECIALISATION MODULES

G101 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

T255 Visual Storytelling

G107 Communication in the Global Workplace

T256 Colour and Typography

G121 Innovation and Practice

T257 Single-Camera Production

G951 Life Skills I

T258 Multi-Platform Storytelling

G952 Life Skills II

T259 Multi-Camera Production

G953 Life Skills III

T260 Interactive Media and Content

Development

G961 ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work G962 ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready

T302 Graphic Design T307 Multi-Channel Content Marketing T354 Advanced Graphic Design

DISCIPLINE MODULES B216 Marketing

T357 Advanced Single-Camera Production T358 Post Production and Motion Graphics T651 Photographic Techniques

T201 Creative Concepts T202 Art of Story T262 Introduction to User Experience T274 Drawing T601 Arts History T602 Creative Enterprise

ELECTIVE MODULE Select one module from the list below: T230 Game Design Theory and Application T352 Writing for Screen

INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME T300 Project T380 Portfolio Development Select one module from the list below: T931 Industry Immersion Programme T932 Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme

FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Select either one of the following: T200 Special Project Two modules to be selected from a list of Freely Chosen Modules

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T359 Advanced Multi-Camera Production

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCE O-LEVEL HOLDERS

GRADE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

1-6

MATHEMATICS (ELEMENTARY / ADDITIONAL)

1-7

ANY THREE OTHER SUBJECTS

1-6

In addition, you must have sat for one subject listed in 1st Group and another different subject listed in 2nd Group: 1st Group: Art / Art & Design, Business Studies, Combined Humanities, Commerce, Commercial Studies, Economics, Geography, Higher Art, Higher Music, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Chinese), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Malay), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Tamil), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Intro to Enterprise Development, Literature in English, Literature in Chinese, Literature in Malay, Literature in Tamil, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Music 2nd Group: Additional Mathematics, Art / Art & Design, Business Studies, Chinese, Combined Humanities, Commerce, Commercial Studies, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Design Studies, Economics, Elementary Mathematics, Food & Nutrition, Geography, Higher Art, Higher Chinese, Higher Malay, Higher Music, Higher Tamil, History, Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in English), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Chinese), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Malay), Humanities (Social Studies, Literature in Tamil), Humanities (Social Studies, History), Humanities (Social Studies, Geography), Intro to Enterprise Development, Literature in English, Literature in Chinese, Literature in Malay, Literature in Tamil, Malay, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Music, Principles of Accounts, Tamil

GPA ≥ 3.5

FOR NITEC NT41

MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY

NT44 DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN / DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN (INTERACTIVE MEDIA) NT54 DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN (DIGITAL VIDEO EFFECTS) NT56

DIGITAL AUDIO AND VIDEO PRODUCTION

NT70 INTERACTIVE MEDIA DESIGN

GPA ≥ 2.0

FOR HIGHER NITEC BS92

VISUAL MERCHANDISING

BS96 PERFORMANCE PRODUCTION BS97 FILMMAKING (CINEMATOGRAPHY) BS98 EVENT MANAGEMENT For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dmpd

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SONIC ARTS

Energised by stirring music production, innovative sound effects and ‘live’ concerts?

Channel your creativity into aural exploration that will unleash the power of music and sound to inspire the world.

Develop an appreciation for a variety of musical genres. Acquire professional skills in sound design, studio engineering, ‘live’ sound, music production and broadcast audio.

Explore an extensive range of audio equipment, analogue synthesisers and industry-grade software across state-of-the-art studios.

Experience a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme with organisations such as Mediacorp, Sennheiser, So Drama!

Entertainment (SAFRA Radio), Ubisoft, Universal Studios Singapore, and Yellowbox Studios.

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ABOUT THE DIPLOMA With the Diploma in Sonic Arts (DSA), you can harness your creativity and technical skills to create aural masterpieces. Discover the power of sound by recording live performances and transforming them for visual production, presentation and performance.

Composing, recording, mixing, and mastering audio tracks are important skills in music production, but the DSA goes a step further to develop your professional capabilities in live sound recording, sound reinforcement and audio engineering. With hands-on experience in real-life recording studios, you will have access to cutting-edge technologies to develop your competency as a sound maestro.

With industry attachments in leading media and entertainment companies, you will be able to experience the magnetic, dynamic nature of the music industry first-hand.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The possibilities are endless for DSA graduates.

From arranger or composer to sound editor, sound designer, or sound engineer, you will be well-prepared for almost any role in the entertainment or media industry. Graduates may also consider a career as an in-house music or audio specialist for new media companies, software developers or game producers.

Career options include: • Audio Post-Production Editor • Live Sound Engineer • Location Sound Recordist • Game Sound Designer • Music / Soundtrack Producer • Sound Editor / Engineer

Sound is an invisible art form and is often misunderstood or taken for granted.

At DSA, I have learnt to appreciate and produce works with distinctive professional quality. Surrounded by top-notch audio facilities and experienced lecturers, I am always inspired to make a difference in the audio industry!

Shirlene Jalexne Loh Xue Ling Diploma in Sonic Arts 2018 Graduate

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COURSE STRUCTURE The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES

SPECIALISATION MODULES

G101 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

T110 Music Theory and Keyboard Skills

G107 Communication in the Global Workplace

T214 Introduction to Sound Design

G121 Innovation and Practice

T215 Music Theory Workshop

G951 Life Skills I

T217 Recording Studio Fundamentals

G952 Life Skills II

T218 Electronic Music

G953 Life Skills III

T219 Live Sound Fundamentals

G961 ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work

T257 Single-Camera Production

G962 ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready

T260 Interactive Media and Content Development T311 Instrument Design

DISCIPLINE MODULES B216 Marketing

T316 Sound for Media and Foley Arts T364 Professional Techniques for Live Sound T365 Soundtrack Production

T201 Creative Concepts T202 Art of Story T262 Introduction to User Experience T601 Arts History T602 Creative Enterprise

FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Select either one of the following: T200 Special Project Two modules to be selected from a list of

INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME T300 Project T380 Portfolio Development Select one module from the list below: T931 Industry Immersion Programme T932 Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme

ELECTIVE MODULE Select one module from the list below: T122 Introduction to Technical Theatre T226 Introduction to Lighting T319 Professional Audio Techniques for Studio

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Freely Chosen Modules

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCE O-LEVEL HOLDERS

GRADE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

1-7

MATHEMATICS (ELEMENTARY / ADDITIONAL)

1-7

ANY TWO OTHER SUBJECTS

1-6

In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Art / Art & Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Computing, Computer Studies, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Design Studies, Electronics, Engineering Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Higher Art, Human & Social Biology, Integrated Science, Media Studies (English), Media Studies (Chinese), Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

FOR NITEC NT26

GPA ≥ 3.5

ELECTRICAL FITTING AND INSTALLATION / ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND SERVICING / ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY / ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY (INSTALLATION AND SERVICING)

NT40 INFO-COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY / INFO-COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

(NETWORKING AND SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION) NT41

MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY

NT47

COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

NT56 DIGITAL AUDIO AND VIDEO PRODUCTION NT60 ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY (LIGHTING AND SOUND) NT70 INTERACTIVE MEDIA DESIGN

FOR HIGHER NITEC

GPA ≥ 2.0

BS83 BUSINESS STUDIES (HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS) BS84 BUSINESS STUDIES (EVENT MANAGEMENT) BS96 PERFORMANCE PRODUCTION BS98 EVENT MANAGEMENT IT54

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DRAWING AND DESIGN

For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dsa

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SCHOLARSHIPS At STA, we recognise and reward the efforts of our top students. Our scholarship recipients are all-rounders who have excelled both academically and in their extracurricular activities to emerge as leaders in their chosen fields of study.

CHOO-LIM SCHOLARSHIP

ROSE MARIE KHOO FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

Lee Chun Kit

• Diploma in Media Production & Design • Year 2

Nathanael Lim

• Diploma in Sonic Arts • Year 2

HONG LEONG FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

RP SCHOLARSHIP Ee Jie Zhen, Angela

Nur Khadijah Binte Mohamed Yusof • Diploma in Arts & Theatre Management • Year 1

• Diploma in Arts & Theatre Management • Year 2

LEE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

UOB SCHOLARSHIP Ang Yixi

Muhammad Mundzir Bin Pulroh

• Diploma in Design for User Experience • Year 3

• Diploma in Media Production & Design • Year 3

REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC-DAISY PHAY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP Nurulain Bte Azman

• Diploma in Media Production & Design • Year 2

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FURTHER EDUCATION We provide our graduates with opportunities for further studies at both local and overseas universities.

LOCAL

Nanyang Technological University • National Institute of Education • School of Art, Design and Media • School of Computer Engineering • Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information National University of Singapore • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences • Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music Singapore Institute of Technology • DigiPen Institute of Technology • Glasgow School of Art Singapore Management University

OVERSEAS

Australian National University Chapman University Edith Cowan University • Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

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OUTSTANDING GRADUATE An avid game enthusiast and budding artist, Jeanne decided to follow her heart and integrate her love for games into her future by enrolling into RP’s Diploma in Game Design (DGD). As a student from DGD, Jeanne stood out easily – her spunk and warm personality won her many friends. Her passion towards learning and willingness to go the extra mile impressed her lecturers and classmates alike, who rallied around her for inspiration.

Jeanne also engaged in many activities beyond the classroom. She participated in game jams, competed in NPCC’s Cyber Wellness game design competition and attended many external talks and workshops related to game history and design. Jeanne was also a member of an Interest Group for art enthusiasts called ‘Art.titude’, where she took on the role of a special projects manager for RP’s Reflections event. During her internship, she was one of the few students who was selected to go to Seattle, Washington on an exchange programme with DigiPen Institute’s Bachelors in Fine Arts and Digital Art and Animation course.

While she started out aspiring to be an artist for games, Jeanne proved to be a talented designer and competent in a variety of other skills. Jeanne was appointed as the Valedictorian for STA during the graduation ceremony in 2017. She has since embarked on her career as a junior level designer with the local office of Ubisoft, a prestigious company in the gaming industry.

King’s College London Queensland University of Technology The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts The University of British Columbia The University of Melbourne University of the Arts London Vancouver Film School

Jeanne Gabrielle Jimenez Strachan

• Diploma in Game Design • 2017 Graduate

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS Our students are encouraged to maximise their potential and strive for success in everything they do.

We are proud to share their accomplishments over the years.

2018

• 1st Runner Up, Gardens by the Bay Interpretation Pop-Up Booth Competition • 3rd place, National Reading Day 2018 Video Challenge • Lee Hsien Loong Interactive Digital Media Smart Nation Award • Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship to Encourage Upgrading (LKY-STEP) Award • MENDAKI Youth Promise Award 2018 • Medallion of Excellence, Graphic Design Technology in WorldSkills Singapore • SINDA Excellence Award • SINDA Sports Tertiary Award

2017

• Certificate of Achievement, National Youth Achievement Award Council (NYAAC)

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• The Crowbar Awards • Bronze Award (Integrated Project under the Innovation & Technology Discipline) • Bronze Award (Photography under the Digital Discipline) • Bronze Award (Art Direction under the Design Discipline)

2016

• Best Lighting, National Youth Film Awards • Bronze Award, Graphic Design Technology in WorldSkills Singapore • 3rd place, National Crime Prevention Council’s (NCPC) Mobile Game Design Contest • The Crowbar Awards • Gold Award (Short Film) • Silver Award (Editing) • Bronze Award (Soundtrack and Music) • Bronze Award (Directing)

2015

• Goh Chok Tong Youth Premise Award (Merit) • Best Art Category Award, Global Game Jam • Entry to SUTD’s Game Lab Game Innovation Programme • 2nd prize, National Climate Change Video Competition

2014

• Goh Chok Tong Youth Premise Award (Distinction) • SINDA Excellence Award • Youth Outstanding Project Award, Youthphoria Competition • 2nd and 3rd prize, National Climate Change Video Competition • Merit Prize, Challenge for the Urban and Built Environment (CUBE)

• Entry to SUTD’s Game Lab Game Innovation Programme • 1st prize, Charity in Motion Video Competition

2013

• Best Ergonomic Award, National Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology Students’ (A&RTs) Challenge • 3rd prize, National Fire and Civil Emergency Preparedness Council (NFEC) – Digital Photography Competition • Goh Chok Tong Youth Promise Award (Merit) • 2nd prize, National Climate Change Video Competition • 3rd prize, Tray Return Icon Design Competition, jointly organised by the National Environment Agency

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STUDENT OVERSEAS TRIPS Experience and learn from diverse creative cultures.

At STA, we believe in exposing our students to global trends through meaningful and memorable crosscultural exchanges. This is why we regularly organise a variety of overseas trips to countries around Asia and beyond. With trips for both diploma-related and service-learning, we provide our students with enriching opportunities for learning through an adventure of a lifetime.

STA students have travelled to:

AUSTRALIA CHINA CZECH REPUBLIC HONG KONG INDONESIA MACAU MALAYSIA SOUTH KOREA SRI LANKA TAIWAN THAILAND UNITED STATES 28

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Specialist Diploma in

DIGITAL CONTENT CREATION FOR BUSINESS

Discover how effective user experience design and powerful digital content can propel your business to greater heights.

Through this specialist diploma, you can hone your skills and knowledge in producing engaging digital content for popular distribution platforms that are employed in today’s market.

Upon completion, you will be able to craft innovative marketing messages, create digital content for various media platforms and formats, develop good project management skills and establish well-founded business models for businesses.

This specialist diploma is also offered as part of an Earn and Learn Programme (ELP) for fresh diploma graduates.

WHOM IS THIS FOR? Fresh diploma graduates in Media, Design Marketing, Mass Communication, ICT & Digital Media and professionals who want to enhance their career prospects by developing digital content creation skillsets.

HAVE A QUESTION?

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CREATE GRAPHICS LIKE A PRO FOR SOCIAL MEDIA Create digital magic!

Learn to enhance visual content for your Facebook, YouTube or Instagram. Get handson experience, tips and techniques in designing publicity materials such as electronic direct mailers, banners, ad posters and brochures to reach out to your business partners and target audience Embark on this course to unlock your creative skills, wow your audience, and take things beyond your imagination!

INTRODUCTION TO USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN Heard of “user experience” or “user interface” design and keen to find out how these can be incorporated in your businesses and in your daily lives?

Through this course, you will learn the tools and methods to create effective designs in meeting users’ needs. Besides learning the tools and methods, you will also be introduced to the User Experience Design Cycle, as well as components of the cycle such as research, analysis, design and testing.

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MOBILE MUSIC MAKING Want to make music on the go?

This two-day course is perfect for getting a kickstart in music content development with your mobile device. You will explore the basics of composing music using popular mobile apps and use techniques such as loops, sequencing, recording, arranging and simple mixing to create music anytime, anywhere.

MOBILE VIDEO CREATION Pick up digital media skills in video production to create content to market your business on digital platforms. This course uses mobile devices to empower businesses with time and cost efficient solutions to create digital content to communicate creatively to consumers on multiple digital channels, including common social media platforms.

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DESIGNING THE USER EXPERIENCE FOR MOBILE APPLICATIONS This two-day course equips you with basic knowledge on designing mobile applications for mobile devices with users in mind.

Explore the User Experience Design Process and learn to leverage it to create effective digital interfaces that can provide users with better experiences. You will also pick up skills to design simple mobile application prototypes based on user needs, which will then be tested with other participants.

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DESIGN THINKING FOR SUCCESSFUL PROBLEM SOLVING Design touches all aspects; and impacts the human experience.

The new age requires change-makers, inspirers of new ideas, implementers and solution finders.

Be it the individual, the community, or the organisation, design allows for a human-centric approach to creative thinking and problem-solving.

To remain competitive, organisations today need to create new strategies, new brands and new applications. They must find new ways to connect with users and customers.

So learn to use design thinking tools to lead innovative ideas, and increase the probability of success and breakthrough.

CREATING AWESOME EVENTS It is time to take your event from dull to wow.

Compelling content, detailed planning and great execution are what keep audiences coming back for more. Start by learning the methods to come up with an exciting event concept, then transform it into a story that will engage your audience at every stage of their journey. Through this course, you will learn how to harness the power of digital marketing and build a presence on social media as you plan on-the-ground activities.

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SKILLSFUTURE SERIES SHORT COURSES Advance your career with our wide range of short courses tailored for busy creative professionals.

We design and conduct short courses to address the immediate creative needs of organisations.

You will find our trainers to be well-versed in content creation and design in areas such as Arts and Theatre, User Experience Design, Gamification, Immersive Media (AR/VR), Video, and Graphics.

Here is a small sampling of the short courses we run. To find out more about STA courses and for customised requirements, please visit www.rp.edu.sg/ACE or email us at ace-help@rp.edu.sg

UNITY CERTIFICATION FOR PROFESSIONALS This one-day refresher course prepares you for the Unity Certified Developer exam.

Used in games, VR, film, design and many other industries, Unity can be used to create both three-dimensional and two-dimensional games as well as simulations. You should be an existing Unity user or professional seeking to gain certification. At the end of the course, you will sit for the certification exam.

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LIFELONG LEARNING @ STA

Welcome to the School of Technology for the Arts (STA), where you unleash your potential and become a talented professional in the creative industries!

We equip you with the expertise to use nextgen technology to enhance and deliver creative expressions for maximum impact. We believe that the best way to learn is through practice and experimentation. At STA, we provide ample opportunities for you to do so through our lifelong learning programmes.

Expand your professional repertoire by developing a new area of interest or honing your creative talents with STA today!

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STAY AHEAD OF THE CURVE BY UPSKILLING OR RESKILLING WITH RP ACE!

To meet the ever-evolving demands of the global workforce, lifelong learning is becoming increasingly important.

Offering a suite of Continuing Education and Training (CET) courses ranging from full qualification programmes such as Part-Time Diplomas or Specialist Diplomas to short courses such as the SkillsFuture Series programmes, there is one to meet your professional career goals at Republic Polytechnic Academy for Continuing Education (RP ACE).

Embrace lifelong learning, develop your potential and stay relevant by picking up new skills or deepen your knowledge at RP ACE today!

To find out more about Lifelong Learning at RP, visit www.rp.edu.sg/ACE

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