Modular Certificate in Design Foundation

Training Provider: SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC
Course Reference: TGS-2025057799
S$5,598

About This Course

This is a Certificate under the Diploma in Design (Visual Communication).

What You'll Learn

The Certificate in Design Foundation introduces participants to the fundamental principles and processes of design, with a focus on communication design. It covers aesthetic language, critical thinking, ideation techniques, and methodologies for both 2D and 3D design. Participants will learn to translate ideas from sketches to final design outcomes through hands-on projects. It also explores the historical and contemporary contexts of visual and communication design, encouraging students to draw inspiration from cultural trends and apply creative skills using both traditional and technology-augmented approaches within the evolving design industry.

Entry Requirements

GCE ‘O’ Levels - 3 relevant passes and 1-year relevant working experience:
Subjects/ Min. Grade:
1. English Language - 6
2. Mathematics (Elemental or Additional) - 7
3. Any one other subject excluding CCA Grade - 6

FT Nitec - GPA > 3.5 OR GPA > 3.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience
PT Nitec in Technology/Services - GPA > 3.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience
FT Higher Nitec - GPA > 2.0 OR GPA > 1.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience
PT Higher Nitec in Technology/Services - GPA > 2.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience
WSQ Diploma - Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) with 1 year of relevant working experience and Level 6 for both WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA & Workplace Numeracy SOA.
Without any of the relevant academic qualifications - At least 2 years of relevant working experience.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) - Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course

Course Details

Duration 180 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled 13 students
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