DIPLOMA IN DESIGN (FURNITURE AND SPATIAL) (University of the Arts Singapore)

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
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Fees (Foreign Students)
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Duration
3 years
Intake Months
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Programme Grant
Eligible Singapore Citizens are automatically awarded a Tier A Tuition Grant, which is the highest level of tuition fee subsidy, Singapore Citizens thus pay the lowest tuition fees. There is no bond obligation. Eligible Singapore Permanent Residents (SPRs) may choose to apply for a Tier B Tuition Grant only. Successful applicants are required to work for a Singapore entity for three years upon graduation. Eligible international students may choose to apply for a Tier C Tuition Grant only. There is a limited number of Tuition Grants available for international students, and selection is competitive and based on merit. Successful applicants are required to work for a Singapore entity for three years upon graduation. To find out more about the MOE Tuition Grant Scheme, please refer to: https://tgonline.moe.gov.sg
Class Schedule
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Assessment Method
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Description

Course overview

Furnish yourself with all the skills you need to be an expert in furniture and spatial design. Creating intelligent furniture and spaces that are both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional requires more than just technical skill—you will need to cultivate crucial skills in critical analysis and design synthesis too. The Diploma in Design (Furniture and Spatial) will teach you to approach the design of furniture and spaces in a comprehensive and multidisciplinary manner, preparing you to lead the way in the world of furniture and spatial design.

Develop a Multidisciplinary Approach to Design

2D and 3D design fundamentals, spatial design, photography, and visual merchandising are but some of the many disciplines you will learn in the process of designing furniture fit for purpose that will enhance any environment.

Expand Your Design Repertoire

Work with a wide range of materials including metals and wood, and learn for yourself the actual production techniques to better understand the intricacies of turning sketches into visionary furniture pieces.

Stay on Top of Technologies and Trends

Stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in the world of furniture and spatial design and how they impact the design process, to face the design needs of the future with your best foot forward.

 

Entry Requirements

Find out about the specific entry requirements that apply to you.

NAFA hopes to attract applicants with the potential to become excellent arts practitioners. Applicants are selected by merit, based on the following criteria:

  • Potential in Artistic Talent and Creativity
  • Educational Qualification
  • Language Proficiency
  • Special Factor

Selection is competitive and is subject to the availability of places. However, the Academy may give consideration to talented applicants who excel in Artistic Talent and Creativity, but have not fully met the education qualification stated.

Potential in Artistic Talent and Creativity

All applicants are to demonstrate their artistic potential through portfolio submission/admission test/audition as specified in each programme, in order to be considered for admission.

Applicants may select either (A) Portfolio Submission or (B) Admission Test.

(A) Portfolio Submission

You are to submit 10-15 images of recent art or design work, which should include a range of finished artwork as well as development work in preparing the finished artwork (sketches, mood boards, etc). Portfolios are assessed with the aim of identifying your creative and technical potential to undertake a programme in art and design.

(Allowed file types: .pdf,.jpg,.jpeg,.png,.gif,.tif,.tiff,.bmp. Maximum image file size: 5 MB)

(Allowed video file types: .mpeg,.mp4,.mov,.m4v,.avi,.wmv,.flv,.asf,.mpg,.mp3. Maximum image file size: 200 MB)

The work submitted should preferably be not more than two years old. It may be the result of assigned class projects or independent exploration. It is recommended that the selected examples of work reflect your interests, experience and competencies in art and design.

While compiling the contents of the portfolio, you may concentrate on a single medium or show work in a breadth of media. The portfolio may include, but is not limited to the following: drawing, prints, photography, painting, film, video, animation, sculpture, ceramics, digital work, etc.

You are also expected to write a statement of intent - in about 100 words - stating your reasons for pursuing a programme of study in art and design. Please include your goals, interests and aspirations for the future.

Submit Portfolio and All Required Application Documents by

  • 9 October 2023
  • 30 October 2023
  • 20 November 2023
  • 11 December 2023

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.

(B) Admission Test

The test consists of three sections:

  • Drawing from observation - where you will be tested on your ability to draw an actual object or a scene in front of you
  • Creative visualization - where you will be tested on your creativity and imagination to visualise an object or a scene
  • Written essay - where you will be tested on your ability to write and express your views on art and design

(Test Duration: 2.5 hours)

Admission Test Date

  • 24 January 2024
  • 28 March 2024
  • 30 May 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.

Please note that you will be notified of the confirmed admission test date upon submission of your application, all supporting documents and application fee payment.

Educational Qualifications - Singapore

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required

  • Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘O’ Level: Aggregate score of 25 points or better in 4 GCE ‘O’ Level subjects, excluding English.

Applicants who are active in their Secondary Schools’ Co-curricular Activities (CCA) may gain up to 2 CCA points. The CCA points can be used to improve their EQ aggregate score for admission consideration.

Types of bonus points No. of bonus points awarded

Grades of A1–A2 2 points

Grades of B3–C6 1 point

  • Singapore Integrated Programme: Successful completion of Year 4 or higher.
  • School of The Arts (SOTA): Successful completion of Year 4 or higher.
  • Institute of Technical Education (ITE): Full-time Higher Nitec or Nitec.

Educational Qualifications - International

Successful completion of at least 10 years of education.

Eligible international students will be able to use their mid-year examination results to apply for diploma programmes at NAFA. Applicants will be given conditional offer if they are successful in their portfolio interview/audition selection. Applicants are still required to submit their year-end examination results and meet the admission requirements of the respective programmes. Any applicant who does not meet the admission requirements will have his/her conditional offer revoked.

The minimum English Language proficiency requirement:

  • Grade C6 at GCE ‘O’ Levels
  • TOEFL iBT 50
  • TOEFL 500
  • IELTS Academic Band 5
  • SAT score of 480 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing component)
  • Duolingo score of 75
  • Qualifications equivalent to any of the above

Special Factor

Recognition is accorded for prior achievements in areas relevant to intended studies.

Career Opportunities

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Modules

The following programme modules are applicable to students enrolled in August 2021 and after. NAFA students enrolled in AY2020/2021 and earlier are to refer to the Diploma Programme and Module Information Booklet on the StudentNet for the programme modules in your respective years of enrolment.

  • Drawing Fundamentals
  • 2D Fundamentals
  • 3D Fundamentals
  • Creative Thinking
  • Introduction to Visual Arts
  • General Studies 1
  • General Studies 2
  • Overseas Immersion
  • Internship
  • Industrial Attachment
  • Industry Project
  • Community Project
  • Design Theory and History
  • Design Communication 1
  • Design Studio 1 (Furniture and Spatial)
  • Design and Culture
  • Design Communication 2
  • Design Studio 2 (Furniture and Spatial)
  • Metalsmithing*
  • Gemmology*
  • Visual Merchandising*
  • Stage and Set Design*
  • Creative Lighting*
  • Contextual Studies
  • Design Communication 3
  • Design Studio 3 (Furniture and Spatial)
  • Design Communication 4
  • Design Studio 4 (Furniture and Spatial)
  • Design and Brand Strategy*
  • Digital Photography and Publication*
  • Packaging Design*
  • History of Asian Costume*
  • Costume Design*
  • Textile Design and Innovation 1*
  • Textile Design and Innovation 2*
  • Introduction to Painting*
  • Introduction to Printmaking*
  • Introduction to Photography*
  • Introduction to Gong Bi*
  • Figure Drawing*
  • Arts Management Fundamentals*
  • Introduction to Arts Marketing*
  • Instrumental Studies: Guitar*
  • Instrumental Studies: Gamelan*
  • Speech Presentations*
  • Business Communication*
  • Entrepreneurship in the Arts*
  • Starting Your Own Business*
  • Singapore Arts Scene*
  • Interdisciplinary Project 2A*
  • Interdisciplinary Project 2B*
  • Interdisciplinary Project 3A*
  • Interdisciplinary Project 3B*

*Electives

 

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