Diploma in Digital Media
Launch your creative career with skills in 2D animation, 3D modeling, digital imaging, and interactive media development.
Overview
The Diploma in Digital Media is designed to meet the growing demands of Singapore as a global media hub. It provides passionate aspiring artists with the necessary skills and tools to succeed in the digital media industry.
This course exposes students to a myriad of digital media elements, offering a combination of classroom lectures, tutorials, online sessions, and practical workshops.
Key Objectives
- Equip students with foundational and advanced skills in digital media creation.
- Foster understanding of business development and marketing in the media sector.
- Enable creation of professional portfolios including digital art, animation, and video productions.
Curriculum
The course comprises 9 modules.
Course Modules & Synopsis
1. The Business of Digital Media Introduction to digital media elements in current market conditions. Focuses on critical success factors for business development, marketing, and stakeholder relationships.
2. Interactive Media Development Foundational skill training to observe form and action. Teaches students to put thought onto paper and understand objects in relation to surrounding space.
3. Digital Imaging Develops detailed understanding of digital imaging and painting (photo manipulation, compositing). Students create and publish a portfolio of digital art.
4. 2D Animation Teaches principles of animation and applications using Flash software. Supports production of interactive websites and games using traditional principles (squash, stretch) for believability.
5. Storyboarding Focuses on visual development of concepts into narrative forms. Covers mise-en-scène, camera work, color moods, character/layout design, and shot planning.
6. Principles of Design Covers basics of graphic design, layout, and typography. Examines the relationship between visual and verbal language and technical typography issues.
7. Foundation 3D Trains on essentials in 3D creation and animation using Maya. Focuses on 3D text, modeling, lighting, rendering, and camera work to create usable 3D animated scenes.
8. Sound Design Provides practical and technical tools to record and craft audio, music, and sound elements for media projects.
9. Digital Video Enables students to plan, develop, and create mini video productions. Covers basic pre- to post-production skills for online channels and other media.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Academic Requirements
- GCE ‘A’ Level with at least 3 passes or equivalent; OR
- GCE ‘O’ Level holder with a minimum age of 30 at the point of application and 8 years of working experience.
English Language Requirement
- GCE ‘A’ Level pass in English or equivalent.
Fees
| Student Type | Application Fee | Full Course Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Local Students | S$50.00 | S$12,600.00 |
| International Students | S$600.00 | S$13,500.00 |
- Fees are in Singapore Dollars and subject to GST.
- Application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Local Student refers to Singaporeans, Permanent Residents, Employment Pass or Dependant Pass Holders.
Assessment & Graduation
Assessment Methodology
Assessments include assignments, portfolios, practicals, workshop activities, and project work.
Graduation Requirements
Students must complete and pass all 9 modules.
- Local Students: Must achieve an attendance of 75%.
- International Students: Must achieve an attendance of 90% in any month.
Upon successful completion, the Diploma in Digital Media (or Advanced Diploma, based on specific enrollment) will be conferred by CSM Academy International.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- Production Assistants (Animation and Video Pipeline)
- 3D Artist Assistants (Modeling/Texture/Lighting)
- Storyboard Artists
- Web Designers
- Social Media Marketers
- Video Generalists (Editors/Sound Tech/Camera Operators)