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Sonic Arts
This diploma equips you with skills in audio creation and technology, with a strong emphasis on the use of AI in modern sonic workflows. You will learn to compose, record, mix, and master audio content while harnessing the creative use of sound for storytelling and the design of immersive experiences.
The course explores emerging areas such as AI-assisted music production, game sound design, audio programming, and interactive audio systems. It also covers key domains including production sound, foley arts, studio recording and engineering, and audio post-production for film and media. You will gain hands-on experience in immersive audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, enabling you to craft spatial, narrative-driven soundscapes that engage audiences on a deeper level. This diploma empowers aspiring sonic artists to innovate across industries—from film, games, and live events to interactive and immersive media. Graduate ready for careers in the media sector and beyond, wherever advanced audio, storytelling, and sound design skills are in demand"
It should be noted that candidates with colour appreciation deficiency, profound hearing loss, uncontrolled epilepsy and/or physical impairments may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. For more clarifications and information, please check directly with Republic Polytechnic.
Course details
| Field of study | Media and Design |
| Certification offered | Diploma in Sonic Arts |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Design, Engineering and Technology cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any 1 relevant subject
| 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
- Innovation and Practice
- Effective Workplace Communication
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
- Singapore, the World and I
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth I)
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth II)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready I)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready II)
- Designing Your Impact
- Sound Design
- Creative Studio
- Art of Story
- Design for Interactive Media
- Introduction to User Experience
- Recording Studio Fundamentals
- Electronic Music
- Live Sound Fundamentals
- Social Media Video Production
- Interactive Audio
- Sound for Media and Foley Arts
- Professional Techniques for Live Sound
- Sound Design for Games
- Audio Post-Production
- Arts and Technology
- Creative Enterprise
Select ONE module from the List of Electives:
- Technical Theatre
- Game Design and Gamification
- Visual Storytelling for Content Creators
- Design Research for UX
- Drawing and Digital Illustration
- Music Theory for Production (Compulsory module)
AND if you are taking the One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme, you will need to select ONE of the following options:
Option A
- Select Elective modules from the list of modules in applicable Minor Programmes and/or Music Theory Workshop, totalling 12 Modular Credits (MCs)
Option B
- Select a Minor Programme
Option C
- Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective module(s) from the list of modules in applicable Minor Programmes (only for eligible students)
- Portfolio Development
Option 1: One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
- Project
And select one module from the list below:
- Industry Immersion Programme
- Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme
- Corporate Innovation Immersion Programme
Option 2: Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
- Portfolio Development
- Industry Immersion Programme
- Industry Immersion Programme II
Internship
| Internship duration | 20 weeks or 36 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Audio Post-Production Editor
- Dialogue Editor
- Front of House Engineer
- Live Sound Engineer
- Foley Artist
- Boom Operator
- Location Sound Recordist
- Game Audio Producer
- Game Sound Designer
- Sound Effects and Soundscape Producer
- Music/Soundtrack Producer
- Studio Recording Engineer
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.