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Certificate in Foundation Studies (Creative Industries)

Certificate in Foundation Studies (Creative Industries)

About the Course

Who It’s For:

Young aspiring creatives who have completed 9 to 10 years of formal education and are keen to pursue further studies in Graphic Design or Music Production.

Programme Aim:

Equip learners with essential academic skills and foundational knowledge of the creative industries, including design and music production.

Pathway:

Direct pathway to further studies in Foundation Diplomas in Design or Music offered by Asian Screen Institute College.

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Communicate effectively in academic and creative settings
  • Apply foundational marketing, media, and IT knowledge
  • Demonstrate critical and creative thinking in problem-solving tasks
  • Understand the evolution, roles, and business models of the design or music industries
  • Present themselves professionally and collaborate effectively in group projects

Modules

Module Title Description
English for Academic Purposes Develop academic English skills, study techniques, and assignment preparation skills for effective professional submissions.
Fundamentals of Marketing Understand basic marketing concepts, strategies, and methods, beneficial for self-promotion and entrepreneurship.
Introduction to Creative Thinking and Problem Solving Foster critical and creative thinking through brainstorming, ideation, and practical problem-solving exercises.
Introduction to Visual and Media Literacy Enhance skills in interpreting and analysing visual/media content and develop visual communication proficiency.
Introduction to Information Technology and Professional Skills Learn practical IT skills, collaborative tools, business etiquette, email communication, and project management. Develop presentation and public speaking skills.
Design: Industry Insights and Innovations (Option A) Explore the history, key roles, and business models of the graphic design industry, major design movements, and influential designers.
Music Production: Industry Dynamics and Trends
(Option B) 		Gain insights into the music production industry, including its history, key roles, genres, business models, and influential producers.

Key Course Info

Course Developer Asian Screen Institute College
Mode Blended Learning (Face-to-Face + Asynchronous Online Components)
Duration 6 months (full-time) / 9 months (part-time)
Contact Hours 264 hours (216 face-to-face + 48 online)
Delivery Classroom-based with e-learning support
Teacher to Student Ratio 1:30
Assessment Assignments, presentations, projects
Start Dates Multiple intakes throughout the year
Graduation Requirement Pass all six modules

Teaching Faculty

For a full list of academic staff, please refer to this link

Further Study

Graduates of this course can progress to:

  • Foundation Diploma in Communication Design 
  • Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering
  • Foundation Diploma in Electronic Music Production & Sound Design

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following entry requirements to enrol:

- Minimum Age: 16 years old

- Academic Qualifications
  • Singapore: Completion of Secondary 4 with a minimum pass in 3 subjects.
  • China: Junior Middle School with ≥ 65% average in 3 subjects.
  • India: Class 10 with passes in English and 2 other subjects.
  • Vietnam: Grade 10 with passes in English and 2 other subjects.
  • Malaysia: Form 4 with passes in English and 2 other subjects.
  • Indonesia: SMP Grade 10 with passes in English and 2 other subjects.
  • Other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

- English Language Proficiency:
  • GCE O-Level English D7 or higher
  • IELTS 5.5 (with no band less than 5.0)
  • Duolingo English Test 95 or higher
  • Completion of Certificate in Academic English or Certificate in Academic English (E-Learning) equivalent from Asian Screen Institute 
  • Other equivalent English qualifications may be considered.

Course Fee

TUITION FEES
Singapore Citizens/PR International
Course Fees SGD 4,500.00 SGD 5,750.00
Admin Fees SGD 250.00 SGD 450.00
GST (9%) SGD 427.50 SGD 558.00
Total SGD 5,177.50 SGD 6,758.00
APPLICATION FEE
Singapore Citizens/PR International
Application Fees SGD 80.00 SGD 150.00
Fees are inclusive of 9% GST. Application fees are strictly non-refundable.

Miscellaneous Fees

  1. Miscellaneous fees refer to charges that are payable only when needed. All fees are inclusive of prevailing GST (where applicable) and are non-refundable.
  2. The list of miscellaneous fees can be found here

Your Future in the Creative Industries Starts Here

Graduates can progress to diploma studies and build careers in:

  • Graphic Design: UI/UX Design, Branding, Illustration, Freelance Design, Visual Content Creation, and more.
  • Music Production: Music Producer, Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Songwriter, Sound Designer, and more.
  • 🔶 Launch your creative future today. Apply now or speak with our advisors.
  • 🔶 Not sure where to start? Let us help you map your creative journey

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