BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) DESIGN PRACTICE (University of the Arts Singapore)
Course Information
Description
Course overview
Propel your way to the top in the design industry, holding your head high as one of the best designers of your generation in Singapore and the region.
NAFA’s three-year Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Design Practice, which is validated by the world-renowned University of the Arts London (UAL), offers you the chance to master technical competencies in design domains, examine key trends in the larger context of global affairs, and broaden your perspective on design. In the process, you will develop a robust set of transferable skills that will help you confidently navigate the design landscape of today.
Like all our programmes, this degree programme is practice-led and industry-based, focusing on interdisciplinary research studios, internships, attachments and live client projects. It also includes a seven-week overseas placement at UAL.
Please watch this webinar to learn more about the BA (Hons) Design Practice programme from our faculty and students.
Please click here to view the Chinese programme brochure.
Obtain Specialisation in a Design Domain
Acquire key knowledge, skills and professional attributes in one of four design domains: 3-Dimensional, communication, fashion, and spatial domain.
Engage in Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Learning
Explore interdisciplinary projects through classes in Design Insights, Design Futures, and Business Studies—which will deepen your learning to see design as a synergetic fusion of different perspectives. You will showcase all you have learnt in the final semester as part of a student-led transdisciplinary project.
Enjoy the Benefits of an Industry-led Curriculum
Gain valuable insights and knowledge of professional practice through internships, overseas immersions and live client projects, deepening and aligning your skill sets through industry application.
Entry Requirements
Potential in Artistic Talent and Creativity
Portfolio and Statement of Intent
All applicants are to demonstrate their potential through the submission of the following:
- A Portfolio which consists of 10-15 pieces of the applicant’s best works. These works should demonstrate creativity, passion, and curiosity and are a reflection of the applicant’s view of the world.
- A Statement of Intent (250 - 300 words) which communicate the applicant’s purpose in pursing a Design Practice degree programme.
Group Interview
All applicants are to attend a group interview session where they are expected to communicate their motivations in applying for the BA (Hons) Design Practice programme, and share their views on specific topics given.
Interview Date
- 13 October 2023
- 10 November 2023
- 8 December 2023
- 26 January 2024
- 16 February 2024
- 6 March 2024
- 22 March 2024
- 5 April 2024
- 19 April 2024
Note: You will be notified of the outcome of your application 4 to 6 weeks after your portfolio interview or audition. Some application outcomes may take longer than expected.
Educational Qualifications
The minimum entry requirement for this programme is either one of the following qualifications:
- Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level: Minimum 2 A-Level/ H2 subjects with a pass in General Paper
- Local Polytechnic Diploma
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- Equivalent of Year 12 qualification
Applicants with a relevant diploma from NAFA, LASALLE or a recognised institution may be considered for direct entry into the second year of the Bachelor programme subject to availability of places.
Conditional Offers for Degree Admission
You may use the latest results available to apply for the programme if you have not received your final examination results. You will be given conditional offers and are still required to submit the following results, as applicable:
- GCE A-Level results with minimum 2 A-Level/ H2 subjects with a pass in General Paper
- Polytechnic Diploma certificate and transcript
- IB Diploma certificate and transcript
- Final result slip/Proof of completion of Year 12
If you fail to provide documentary evidence of having met the admission requirements, your conditional offer will be withdrawn.
Language Proficiency
All classes are taught in English. If English was not the applicant’s primary medium of instruction throughout his or her school education, the applicant must provide evidence at enrolment of the following: IELTS level 6.0 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Click here for other acceptable English language qualifications.
Career Opportunities
Information not available.
Modules
- Drawing and Making A
- This unit introduces you to a multidisciplinary study of Design Theory and History, Design Thinking and Design Aesthetics.
- Drawing and Making B
- Design Studio 1B
- Design Insights
- Design Studio 2A
- International Placement
- Design Futures
- Design Studio 2B
- Live Client Project/ Internship
- Design Studio 3: Collaborative and Interdisciplinary Practice
- Student-Led Project
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