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DIPLOMA IN
COMMUNICATION
DESIGN

Modules Synopsis

MODULES

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CORPORATE IDENTITY AND DESIGN

This module will provide students the science behind every corporation’s ‘persona’. Besides creating the corporate personality, the module also explores the components of a corporate identity programme that will promote consistency in both discipline and application. Students will learn about the coming of corporate communications, the story, visual and package, science of symbols, logos and colours, logotype and semiotics, supporting devices and applications, corporate design mandatories and the corporate identity system and why is it so important.

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DIGITAL STUDIOS II (PHOTOSHOP)

This module introduces students to the professional practice and experts’ choice of digital image editing, manipulation and photo retouching tools for graphic design and multimedia with Adobe Photoshop. Students will learn from fundamental to the advanced skills and techniques of Adobe Photoshop to create special visual effects, artistic interpretation of images and enhance digital photography. The emphasis includes design process, exploration of advanced Photoshop techniques by integrating raster and vector graphics with Adobe Illustrator to maximizing the creative potential of the tools to create appealing visuals to effectively engage the audiences.
 
The aim of this module is to provide students, graphic designer, web designer, multimedia designer, photographer as well as special effects artist with the professional skills to digital image edit, retouch, process digital image confidently and professionally in your respective profession.

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PACKAGING AND PRINT TECHNOLOGY

This module offers students an in-depth study of the principles of packaging design and the design process from concepts to three-dimensional forms. Not only will students explore key concepts of the packaging design development process, aesthetics and visual composition organisation, they will also learn about structural construction, technicalities, print production, packaging material and its properties, mechanisms and the overall presentation of the packaging design. The emphasis includes the sustainability and environmental issues associated with packaging design.
 
The aim of this module is to provide students with the necessary skills to analyse and comprehend how packaging design elements (size, shapes, colour, material, graphics, typography, visual images, graphical treatments), choices of material and appropriate printing options can be integrated together as an effective marketing tool, creating impact and influence on consumers’ perception and buying decisions.

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USER INTERFACE DESIGN I

The User Interface Design I module introduces students to the theory and practical interface design for web design applications through the use of Figma. This course will provide learner the knowledge and skills to create a real-world website interface, resulting in one beautiful, streamlined user experience. At the end of the module, students should be able to learn exactly what does a UI designer do, understand the design process, online layouts, interface components and selecting the right colours and typography for creating of interface designs across different sectors.

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COMMUNICATION DESIGN PROJECT

Students embark on their final journey for Communication Design through integrating the modules learnt with a self-initiated project. The Communication Design Major Project will allow students to implement design methods, communication design strategy and design for both print and web into a remarkable piece of creative work though non mass media means.

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DIGITAL STUDIOS I (ILLUSTRATOR)

This module dives into the world of Adobe Illustrator, a leading vector design software. Whether you're an aspiring graphic designer or someone curious about creating digital art, this course is for you. Over ten interactive sessions, we'll explore Illustrator's user-friendly tools and features.
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From drawing basic shapes to crafting intricate designs, you'll learn the ropes of creating sharp, scalable graphics. We'll play with colours, dabble in typography, and even transform 2D sketches into 3D visuals. By the end, you'll have a good grasp of Illustrator and a collection of designs you can proudly showcase.

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EDITORIAL DESIGN

This module introduces students the digital publishing tools and techniques for publications design and gain insights into the professional practice of publication designers. Students will learn the anatomy of publication, design principles of page layout, grid systems, visual elements, and the organization of editorial content through Adobe InDesign software. The emphasis include conceptual development, design process, choosing appropriate paper stocks, print production and finishing.
 
The aim of this module is to provide students with the essential publication software, page layout skills, design considerations and practical publishing skills to create the personality and tone for publication to engage defined target audiences.

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TYPOGRAPHY AND COMMUNICATION DESIGN

This module provides students with the theoretical and practical experiences of typography as a visual language and its application in visual communication design. Students will learn the history of type, anatomy, terminology, type classifications, principles of typography, typographic layout, type aesthetic and type choices consideration. The emphasis includes in-depth understanding on the role, purpose and function of typography.
 
The aim of his module is to provide students with the understanding of how typographic elements such as letter structure, legibility, readability, tone of voices, type personality, characteristics, mood, selection of type choices, integration of other design elements and visual compositional relationships can create a visual impact in visual communication design today.

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VISUAL COMMUNICATION

This module allows students to explore and embark on their creative journey to discover and cultivate what it takes to become a successful visual communication designer. Students will learn the importance of how to integrate basic design elements, principles of design, visual composition and relationships to develop and resolve visual problems. Specifically, this course focuses on the design process, function, exploration of various media, graphical experimentation, theoretical and practical skills of visual communication design. The aim of this module is to provide students an insightful experience on the role of visual communication design, purpose, function, process and contemporary practices of visual communication.

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#03-04/05/06 [Campus]
Singapore 058282

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+65 6337 5449

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