Advanced Diploma In Animation Design

Course details

The course gives students the creative and technical knowledge and skills they need to become professionals in the animation industry. The emphasis is placed on the design and production aspects of 2D and 3D animation, including life drawing as well as background and character design. To enhance their competitive edge in the digital age, students learn to use state-of-the-art editing equipment in pre-production, production and post-production. They also acquire skills for creating moving imagery and special effects, which are currently in demand in the local and international film media and entertainment industries.

Assessment Methods

All modules will be assessed through a combination of assessments, tests, class participation and written examinations. To be awarded the Advanced Diploma, students will need to achieve a passing mark of 50% for all modules. For Degree and Master Courses, students will need to achieve the passing grade stipulated by the University for all modules.

Career Opportunities

• Animation Artist
• Art/Film Director
• Games Designer
• Multimedia Designer
• Special Effects Artist
• Post-production Editor
• TV Commercial Producer/Director
• Music Video Artist

Entry Requirements

Singapore Citizens/Permanent Residents

• Students with at least 2 GCE ‘A’ Level credits.
• Students with at least 3 GCE ‘O’ Level credits.
• Students with at least 5 ‘N’ Level credits.*
• Students with diploma from Polytechnics**
• Nitec or Higher Nitec Graduates***

* Only applicable for Raffles Design Institute and Raffles Merchandising Institute.

** Exemptions based on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

*** Only applicable to the Advanced Diploma Course of relevant studies

International Students

• Students with at least 2 GCE ‘A’ Level credits.
• Students with at least 3 GCE ‘O’ Level credits.
• Students with at least 5 ‘N’ Level credits.*
• Students with diploma from Polytechnics**
• Nitec or Higher Nitec Graduates***
• (Malaysia – SPM; Indonesia – SMU; Myanmar – Standard 10; China – Senior High School)

* Only applicable for Raffles Design Institute and Raffles Merchandising Institute.

** Exemptions based on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

*** Only applicable to the Advanced Diploma Course of relevant studies

English Language Requirements

All courses at Raffles Design Institute are conducted in English. Students must be able to speak and write fluently in English.

Students who fulfil any of the requirements below will be exempted from English as a Second Language (ESL) classes:

• Minimum TOEFL score of 550* (paper-based) or 79–80 (internet-based)
• Minimum IELTS score of 5.5* (academic module) or equivalent
• Minimum score of C6 in English at GCE 'O' level
• TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) with a minimum score of 650