Diploma General

Can I still change major if I found that I am not interested in the major half way through the 1st semester of the programme?
Changes of major are not accepted after the first week of the first semester. Therefore, we strongly advise you to decide carefully before choosing your major. Our majoring talk conducted during you 1st semester of studies will help you in your choice of majors. If you decide to change mid-way, you will have to start the new major of your choice in the following semester commencement. You are not allowed to join the programme in the middle of the semester.

Changing of major is subject to the availability of seat and subject to the approval from the respective academic Head of Department.


What are the subjects I should prioritise during my foundation year to prepare me for my majoring years?
All subject structured in the syllabus are important, particularly all core / major subjects for your chosen major.


Are the assignments / project workloads heavy?
Assignment requirements are set to suit industry needs. Therefore, the type of practices set is practical and require concerted effort and adequate allocation of time for completion to achieve high quality results.


What are my options if I want to pursue a Degree after I completed the 3 years here?
You may apply for direct entry to the 2nd year of Degree Programme offered by The One Academy. Please refer to Student Registrar and Administration office (SRA) for further details.

We have partner universities in the UK, the USA, Australia and New Zealand. Depending on your major, each partner university offers various study routes to obtain a degree. It is good to note that our diploma is well-recognised in these institutions and our graduates are often granted entry into the final year of the degree programme. Read more of the options available or drop by our International Office and have our officers assist you in all your enquiries.


Will I still be using the art materials that I have purchased during my foundation year?
Yes, there are also studio courses during the majoring years that require the use of traditional media.

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MULTIMEDIA

Do I need to buy a computer?
You are encouraged to own a computer when you begin majoring in Multimedia Design. Your own computer will give you the flexibility to complete your assignments and projects at home rather than spending late hours in the lab. Most of your assignments and projects would require long hours of execution on the computer.

What other extra computer equipment will I need to purchase for this programme?
You are advised to have an external hard disk, thumb drive and CD burner for storing and transferring purposes.

Will all the design I do now be on the computer?
Yes, most of your work will need to be executed on the computer.

Do I need to have strong drawing skills for this programme?
It will be an added advantage to have strong drawing ability, as all of your work would require you to visualize/illustrate your ideas and present them to your lecturers before executing on the computer.

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DIGITAL ANIMATION

Do I need to buy a computer?
You are encouraged to own a computer (preferably PC) when you begin majoring in Digital Animation. Your own computer will give you the flexibility to complete your assignments and projects at home rather than spending late hours in the lab.

It’s crucial because the course will require a lot of hands-on experience and familiarity with electronic tools and equipment. Our 3D & 2D labs are open for booking for Digital Animation students from 7.00pm – 4.00am (weekdays).

What other extra computer equipment will I need to purchase for this programme?
You are advised to have an external hard disk, thumb drive and CD burner for storing and transferring purposes.

Will all the design I do now be on the computer?
Mostly, but not all. Hand-drawn folios are still required to reflect your abilities in handling broad media (both traditional & computer).

Do I need to have strong drawing skills for this programme?
It will be an added advantage if you who have strong drawing ability. But do not worry because our programme will train you from basic fundamental principles & techniques before moving to advanced practices.

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ADVERTISING & GRAPHIC DESIGN

Do I need to buy a computer?
It would be an added advantage to own a computer but it is not a must. Having your own computer will provide you the flexibility and convenience to do your class projects.

What other extra computer equipment will I need to purchase for this programme?
A thumb drive would be convenient for storing and transferring purposes.

Will all the design I do now be on the computer?
Mostly, but not all. Hand drawn folios are still required to reflect your abilities in handling broad media (both traditional & computer).

Do I need to have strong drawing skills for this programme?
It will be an added advantage if you who have strong drawing ability. But do not worry because our programme will train you from basic fundamental principles & techniques before moving to advanced practices.

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ILLUSTRATION

Do I need to buy a computer?
This is optional. It depends on your interest and whether you want to explore digital media during your constructive years with us.

Do I need to have strong drawing skills for this programme?
It will be an added advantage if you have strong drawing ability. But do not worry because our programme will train you from basic fundamental principles & techniques before moving to advanced practices.

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