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Communication Design
Award-winning pioneer in visual communication focused on crafting beautiful narratives and shaping meaningful experiences through the integration of design, business and technology. Acquire mastery in design while maintaining versatility to create impact in a digital, sustainable, and caring future.
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Course details
| Field of study | Media and Design |
| Certification offered | Diploma in Communication 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 |
One of the following relevant 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
Diploma-related modules
- Discovering Design
- Design in Context
- Aesthetics for Design
- Form & Materiality
- Visual Narratives: Photography
- Visual Narratives: Videography
- Applied Typography
- Art Direction
- Creative Storytelling
- Design for Print
- 3D Visualisation
- Brand Strategy
General modules
- Leadership Fundamentals
- Career Readiness 1
- Current Issues & Critical Thinking
- Leadership in Action
- Sports & Wellness
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Diploma-related modules
- Design for Screen
- Visual Identity
- Integrated Campaign
- Motion Graphics
- Studio Project 1
- Digital Innovation
- Brand Experience
- Studio Project 2
General modules
- Effective Communication
- Global Studies
- Professional Communication
- Sustainability & Climate Action/Guided Learning
- Sustainable Practice in Design
Electives
- Design for Business Impact
- Game Design
- Sustainable Space Planning
- Principles of Psychology & Inclusivity
- Computational Thinking
Diploma-related modules
- Industry Studio Project
- Major Project: Communication Design
General modules
- Career Management
- Student Internship Programme
Electives
- Experimental Printmaking Lab
- Expressive Illustration Lab
- Creative Coding Lab
- Self-Publishing Lab
- Machine Learning Lab
Internship
| Internship duration | 16 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Art Director
- Branding Designer
- Brand Strategist
- Content Strategist
- Digital Designer
- Digital Product Designer
- Experience Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Image Designer/Illustrator/Visual Artist
- Interactive Designer
- 3D/Motion Graphic Designer
- Social Media Content Creator
- UX/UI Designer
- Web Designer
- Creative Technologist
- Business Designer
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). 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.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.