Course details
'Writing stories that inspire. Have you ever dreamt of turning your love of words into a fulfilling career in the new media — such as scriptwriting, journalism, documentary producing, professional blogging or podcasting? DTVM helps you turn inspiration into success — dream it, write it, make it.
How do words combine with pictures, video and sound to make good stories? How will you mesmerise and challenge your audience? DTVM develops and hones your ability to find, shape and realise your stories, fine-tuning them into polished messages for print, radio, television and interactive media platforms.
Making inspiration work. At CASS, authentic learning means taking your story from your imagination to the drawing board and to the audience. Produce children's stories, news scripts, documentaries, TV dramas and sitcoms, content for mobile applications and more.
With the course, you will:
- Be inspired. Find your muse in The Writers' Room, our unique space for dreaming and writing. Through our master classes, network with seasoned journalists, scriptwriters, filmmakers, animators, comic strip artists and other media professionals from Singapore and around the world.
Leave the classroom! Record your news, drama, comedy, reality show or documentary in a studio setting or the outdoors. Travel overseas to film a documentary as an assignment. Get a taste of university life and attend master classes at a local or foreign university! Intern with reputable media networks or related companies.
Get business savvy through our training in media entrepreneurship. Pitch your programmes to industry experts and, if selected, watch them come alive on TV.
Entry Requirements
Full-time application is open to GCE 'O' Level / SPM / UEC holders.
GCE 'O' Level / SPM / UEC Qualifications
Module
First Year
- General Education 1
- General Education 2
- Writing Across Media Platforms
- Deconstructing Television
- Story Classics Heroes Myths and Legends
- Creative Story Making
- Storytelling I: Visual Communication
- Storytelling II: Conceptualisation and Structure
- Scriptwriting for Television I: Entertainment Programmes
- Video Production Principles and Practices
- Communication Skills for Media Makers
Second Year
- Social Innovation Project or Overseas Social Innovation Project
- General Education 3
- Research and Interview Techniques
- Philosophy, Psychology and Society
- Storytelling III: Character and Plot Development
- Journalism I: News Writing for the Global Audience
- Journalism II: Total Journalism
- Documentary Making
- Web Publishing and Design
- Scriptwriting for Television II: Drama and Comedy
- Video Production for Narratives 1: Drama & Comedy
- Video Production for Narratives 2: Documentary
- Transmedia Storytelling
Third Year
- Media Law and Ethics
- Media Entrepreneurship
- On-Location Production
- Creative Writing Project
- Internship (Semester-Long)
Filmmaking
Television and Online Journalism
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About SP Education
A keen eye on society’s changing needs gives us a leading edge. Here at the School of Communication, Arts & Social Science (CASS), we equip you to take on the 21st-century — a world that is volatile and complex yet also constantly being reinvented by fresh possibilities.
In this dynamic environment, we believe that individuals trained to harness the power of their imagination can
make a mark and transform their workplaces, communities and even the world. We set out to develop our creative selves and support our peers positively.
Learning from the experts. CASS, like the rest of SP, has embarked on an exciting re-imagination of education. As experts in media and communication, creative writing, drama and psychology, we know our industry and we’re here to help you find your voice; translate that good idea into a brilliant communication campaign, eloquent drama, documentary, film or web-based project; and challenge the way people think.
Experience the industry. Our innovative learning spaces offer an intensely practical education that
extends beyond the classroom, to real projects for clients and hands-on exposure to the latest industry practices. The concept of Business Design Thinking will equip you with a deep understanding of your clients and the ability to generate innovative solutions. You’ll also be having fun, building friendships and expressing yourself in co-curricular activities and student-led initiatives. In the stimulating setting that is uniquely CASS, you’ll be creating stories that you can be proud of - becoming the you that you've always wanted to be.
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