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School of Design AY22/23
“My time at Asian Screen Institute has truly been a transformative journey. The opportunities I've had here, from the projects to the incredible support from teachers, have not only shaped my skills but also helped me grow as a person.”
School of Design AY23/24
Beginners or career switchers looking to explore design.
The course will adopt a learner-centric strategy and nurture students’ potential through active engagement and participation in a small class size setting. Teaching and learning methods used will include:
The course will be assessed pre-dominantly through the learner’s ability to successfully demonstrate the acquisition of design skills through application. Assessment methods used will include:
This is a direct pathway to the Diploma in Communication Design.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
To successfully pass out of this course, learners will have to:
| Module Title | Description |
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| Design Fundamentals | Explore core principles of design, including layout, composition, colour theory, and visual hierarchy. Learn to apply these foundations across media through hands-on exercises and creative experimentation. |
| Digital Imaging and Photography | This module introduces the fundamentals of digital imaging and photography, focusing on technical skills, composition, lighting, and post-production for both commercial and artistic applications. |
| Adobe Basics: Photoshop | Gain essential image editing and manipulation skills using Adobe Photoshop. Learn to retouch, composite, and enhance visuals for use in print and digital communication. |
| Adobe Basics: Illustrator | Master basic tools in Adobe Illustrator to create vector graphics, logos, icons, and illustrations. Focus on precision, scalability, and clean design for print and screen. |
| Adobe Basics: InDesign | Learn layout design using Adobe InDesign. Create multi-page documents such as brochures and magazines while applying grids, typography, and image placement techniques. |
| Typography I | Study letterforms, type anatomy, and basic typesetting. Develop an eye for selecting and combining typefaces to communicate tone, readability, and hierarchy in design. |
| Typography II | Build on foundational skills with advanced typographic systems, including grid-based layouts and expressive typography. Apply type creatively across editorial and experimental design projects. |
| Idea Illustration | Learn to sketch, visualise, and communicate concepts through drawing. Translate abstract ideas into clear visual forms that support ideation and creative storytelling. |
| Motion Design | Discover the fundamentals of animation and kinetic typography. Use industry tools to bring static visuals to life and explore time-based storytelling through motion graphics. |
| History of Design | Examine key design movements, influential designers, and the evolution of visual communication from the 20th century to today. Learn to contextualise design work historically and culturally. |
| Conceptualisation | Develop creative thinking strategies and ideation techniques. Learn how to generate, refine, and communicate compelling concepts that respond to design briefs and audience needs. |
| Academic English | Develop reading, writing, speaking, and presentation skills essential for higher education. Strengthen academic vocabulary and communication in a creative learning context. |
| Course Developer | Asian Screen Institute College |
| Mode | Face-to-face |
| Duration | 6 months FT / 12 months PT |
| Contact Hours | 210 |
| Delivery | Interactive lectures, group discussions, practical |
| Teacher to Student Ratio | 1:18 |
| Assessment | Portfolio, Project Work, Presentations |
| Start Dates | Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct |
| Graduation Requirement | Pass all modules |
Learn from the best in the field. Our dedicated faculty members are not just educators but active professionals who continue to practice and excel in their industries. From award-winning designers to accomplished musicians, they bring authentic, up-to-date insights that bridge theory with real-world application.
Graduates of this Foundation Diploma will be granted direct entry into the Diploma in Communication Design.
Graduates of this Foundation Diploma will be granted direct entry into the Diploma in Communication Design.
From there, you may progress to the BA (Hons) in Graphic Design with the University of Derby (UK) — offered in Singapore through Asian Screen Institute
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Applicants must meet the following entry requirements to enrol:
- Minimum Age: 16 years old - Academic Qualifications:
- English Language Proficiency:
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| TUITION FEES | |||
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| Local | International | ||
| Course Fees | SGD 4,000.00 | SGD 4,800.00 | |
| Course Admin Fees | SGD 200.00 | SGD 400.00 | |
| GST (9%) | SGD 378.00 | SGD 468.00 | |
| Total | SGD 4,578.00 | SGD 5,668.00 | |
| APPLICATION FEE | |||
| Local | International | ||
| Application Fees | SGD 80.00 | SGD 150.00 | |
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Fees are inclusive of 9% GST. Application fees are strictly non-refundable. Local applicants: Singapore Citizens/Permanent Residents. |
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Miscellaneous Fees refer to fees which are collectible only when applicable. These are not included in the total course fees and are usually tied to optional or situational items. Please refer to this link for our Miscellaneous Fees.
Graduates from our graphic design programmes have gone on to work in branding agencies, creative tech start-ups, and global media companies across Singapore and Asia. Whether your passion lies in typography, motion, branding, or UX, we’re here to help you build a meaningful and successful design career.
| Data Visualiser | Digital Media Designer | Information Designer | Interaction Designer | App/Mobile Designer |
| Storyboard Artist | Web Designer | UI Designer | UX Designer | |
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