You are always online and you sigh because you just know that you can do a better job in designing and creating fresher, more cutting-edge user experiences. If you thrive on the passion for multimedia as a form of expression and believe that the digital age rules, then we’ve got a course that will thrust you into the industry that has changed the way in which the world lives, works and plays.
At a Glance
| Duration: | 3 years full-time |
| Qualification: | Diploma in Interactive Media Design |
| Application: | Please refer to the section on 'Admissions & Requirements'. |
The Course
Fun is serious work in our Interactive Media Design course where we turn passionate, hardcore multimedia enthusiasts into industry-ready professionals for the vibrant, quick-paced and change-ready area of interactive media design. From mobile technology applications to interactive environments, there is a growing demand for designers, digital explorers who can navigate the new media world – fostering innovation at the intersection of design, culture, business and technology.
You will get hands-on learning in a world-class environment that prepares you for an exciting career in the buzzing world of multimedia design with a curriculum that stresses creativity while specifying solid design fundamentals. While you develop creative skills in content creation, interface design and multimedia technology, you will also be grounded in the essential skills of multimedia production such as user-experience, multimedia copywriting, principles of backend programming, interactive application authoring and interactive media project management.
Throughout the course, you will be constantly exposed to client-based projects that equip you with real-world working experience. Your competitive edge will be sharpened by participating in international and local competitions, while our Student Internship Programme will increase your exposure to professional practices, both in Singapore and overseas.
Career Opportunities
You have just got to be at the head of this rising wave of Singapore’s expanding creative economy! As a graduate of our course, you could be earmarked for career opportunities that could include interactive media designers/producers, web designers, interactive media project managers, information architects, content developers, interface designers and visual communicators.
Selection Procedure
All applications meeting our minimum entry requirements are considered. Candidates with good O level results may apply via the Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE).
Candidates with good portfolios and strong inclination for creativity and design may apply through the Joint Polytechnic Special Admission Exercise (JPSAE). If shortlisted, you may be required to attend an interview to which you should bring samples/portfolios of your work in art and design exercises or other media of expression that show evidence of creativity and imagination. You may also show certificates of completed courses and letters of recommendation from employers. Other qualities like commitment, motivation and passion for art and design are most favourably considered. The process seeks to ascertain your aptitude, attitude, knowledge and potential for the course.
Minimum Entry Requirements
| English Language (EL1)* | |
| Mathematics (E or A) | Grades 1-7 |
| Any 3 other subjects, excluding CCA | Grades 1-6 |
| To be eligible for selection, you must also have sat for at least one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Art, Art & Design, Higher Art, Biology, Combined Science, Chemistry, Design & Technology, Engineering Science, Integrated Science, Physical Science, Physics, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). |
*SPM/UEC holders must have a minimum of grade 6 for their Bahasa Inggeris (Paper 122/Paper 322)/ Communication English or English Language (for UEC holders).
Note: Applicants who have (partial/complete) colour appreciation deficiency should not apply for this course.
See also the minimum entry requirements for:
Graduation Requirements
| Cumulative Grade Point Average | : min 1.0 |
| TP Core Subjects | : 19 credit units |
| Diploma Subjects | |
| Core Subjects | : 90 credit units |
| Elective Subjects | : min 9 credit units |
| Cross-Disciplinary Subjects | : min 9 credit units |
| Total Credit Units Completed | : min 127 credit units |
Cross-Disciplinary Subjects
Students are required to obtain a minimum of 9 credit units from the list of Cross-Disciplinary Subjects.
Additional Information
Enquiries
For more enquiries, please feel free to contact us at:
Temasek Polytechnic
21 Tampines Avenue 1
Singapore 529757
Tel: 67878000 (Admission Hotline)
Fax: 67898220 (General Enquiry)
Email: admissions@tp.edu.sg
Sale of Prospectus
The prospectus for full-time diploma is on sale at the following places for the price of S$7.00 per copy.
One Stop Service Centre
Temasek Polytechnic
Administration Block 9
East Wing, Lobby C, Level 2 (Plaza Level)
21 Tampines Avenue 1
Singapore 529757
Alternatively, you can request the prospectus to be mailed to you. The cost is S$7.00 + S$2.50(local postage cost) for local addresses and S$7.00 + overseas postage cost for overseas addresses. You can send in your requests to corpcomm@tp.edu.sg
Please make your cheques/drafts* payable to "Temasek Polytechnic" and send it together with your request to:
Corporation Communications
Temasek Polytechnic
21 Tampines Avenue 1
Singapore 529757
* Foreign cheques/drafts drawn on overseas banks are not acceptable.
