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Communication & Motion Design
Gain critical skillsets to create influence through visual impact in the exciting intersections of design, media and business sectors!
You will acquire a strong foundation in visual and motion graphics, content design and marketing, and business design innovation. You will also have the option to either deepen into communication design or motion design to remain versatile and adaptable in the accelerated growth of the digital content creation market.
Applicants with severe colour vision deficiency may encounter difficulties in some modules with high reliance on colour usage. Such applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability for admission to the course. Interested applicants with this condition are highly encouraged to contact Nanyang Polytechnic for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Media and Design |
| Track/Specialisation | This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:
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| Certification offered | Diploma in Communication & Motion Design |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Design sub-cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-3 |
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-7 |
Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-D Aggregate Type
| 1-6 |
Course modules
Core modules
- Design Exploration
- Drawing & Rendering
- Design for Communication
- Storytelling Through Media
- User-Centred Studio Practice
- Content Development & Storyboarding
- Motion Design
- Communication with Typography
- Illustration & Information Design
- Trend Forecasting
- Design Communication Studio Practice
Complementary electives
- General Studies
Core modules
- Studio Photography
- 3D Modelling
- Motion Design & Style Frame Development
- Branding Identity & Experience
- Experiential Design
- Branding & Experience Studio Practice
- Cinematography & Editing
- Marketing Strategy
- Omnichannel Marketing
- Business Design Innovation Studio Practice
Prescribed electives (Communication Design)
- Visual Communication
- Design for Interactive Media
Prescribed electives (Motion Design)
- 3D for Motion Design
- Motion Design & Compositing
Complementary electives
- General Studies
Core modules
- Final Year Project
- Internship Programme
- Creative Entrepreneurship
- Personal Brand Management
Prescribed electives (Communication Design)
- Design for Sustainability
- Phygital Design
Prescribed electives (Motion Design)
- 3D Rendering Techniques
- Motion Design for Emerging Tech
Complementary electives
- General Studies
Internship
| Internship duration | 12 or 24 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Advertising and Media Professional
- 2D/3D Motion Graphics Designer
- Designpreneur
- Brand Strategist
- Brand Experience Designer
- UI/UX Designer, Creative Director
- Art Director, Content Strategist
- Content Creator
- Editorial Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
- Infographics Designer
- Packaging Designer
- Social Media Content Designer
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How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
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