Course Information
The Diploma in Digital Communications programme is designed to equip adult learners of all ages with the knowledge and skills in content creation and media design to pivot towards the Media, Retail, Design and Infocomm Technology sectors.
The course trains participants for entry-level to junior positions across the spectrum of digital communication, including but not limited to areas such as digital branding, social media marketing, search engine marketing, content creation and design, content marketing, digital advertising, and data analytics and reporting.
This course is suited to any individual who has not received any formal training in digital media and wishes to upskill and build their competencies in this field.
This diploma is the first to be offered in a compressed format whereby participants can complete all 15 modules within just 1.5 years instead of the regular 2.5 years.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will:
- Be equipped with the fundamentals and competencies in the creative, critical, analytical and technical skill set in digital communication;
- Understand the importance of digital branding and communication design and client/stakeholder’s relationship in a competitive and cluttered business environment; and
- Acquire the knowledge and skill set to develop, execute and measure compelling digital communication strategies using an integrated approach that creates synergies across platforms.
Course
Schedule
Course Date: 24 Jun 2024
Application Period: 15 Apr 2024 – 13 May 2024
Class Day(s): 2 evening sessions per week & every alternate Sat
Time: Weeknight 7pm to 10pm, Sat 9am to 6pm (including 1-hour lunch break)
Online Synchronous: Tue & Thu
Face-to-Face Classes: Alternate Sat
Asynchronous: throughout the module
Please note that each module will last for 4 weeks and will run consecutively:-
2 Weeknight classes per week at 3 hrs each → 24 hrs (6 hrs x 4 weeks)
Sat class (alternate weeks) → 16 hrs (8 hrs x 2 weeks)
Online Asynchronous (self-directed) → 20 hrs (5 hrs x 4 weeks)
Total hours → 60 hrs per module x 15 modules = 900 hrs
Total no. of weeks per module → 4 weeks
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face & Home-based Learning (Async & Sync)
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic/Online
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Lesson Plan
Certification
Certification
You are required to complete 5 modular certificates within a 3-year validity period to be awarded the Diploma qualification.
Entry Requirements
The following GCE ‘O’ Level grades and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience:
- English Language (Grade 1-6)
- Mathematics (Grade 1-6)
- One other subject (Grade 1-6)
Or NITEC with GPA ≥ 3.5
Or GPA ≥3.0 and at least 1 year of relevant work experience; or
Or Higher NITEC with GPA of ≥ 2.0
Or GPA ≥ 1.5 and at least 1 year relevant work experience; or
Or NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA ≥ 3.5 and at least 1 year relevant work experience
Or Higher NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA ≥ 2.0 and at least 1 year relevant work experience
Or Relevant WSQ Diploma qualifications (or higher) and Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA and 1 year relevant work experience
Or applicants with at least 2 years of relevant working experience may apply for the course
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
Course Fees
Funding period for this course is from 1 Oct 2021 to 30 Sep 2025.
SkillsFuture Credit
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills-related courses. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website to choose from the courses available on the Training Exchange course directory.
GST Increment in 2024
Please note that the GST rate will be revised to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024, as such any payable course fees will be subjected to the new GST rate adjustments in 2024. Please refer to our STEP portal for the updated fees. (Click on STEP)
Note:
- The fees below are determined based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review and revision.
- Please refer to our FAQs for more information.
- For full course fees throughout the semesters, refer here.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Applicants / Eligibility | Fees |
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Full Course fee | $18540.90 |
PR Sponsored by SME | $1930.65 |
Singapore Citizen Sponsored by SME | $1930.65 |
Singapore Citizen Aged 40 & Above | $1930.65 |
Singapore Citizen Aged Below 40 | $2781.15 |
Singapore PR | $7416.38 |
Long-Term Visit Pass Plus | $18540.90 |