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[NP-MBP-F] Mobile Photography

Offered by School of Film & Media Studies

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Area of interest
Photography, Arts

About Course

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:
•   Understand how to maximize your smartphone’s camera features for high-quality photography
•   Learn essential photography techniques, including composition, lighting, and framing
•   Develop a creative eye for capturing visually compelling images
•   Explore the art of storytelling through mobile photography
•   Gain hands-on experience in taking and refining photos using mobile-friendly editing tools

Course Description

In an age where smartphones come equipped with powerful cameras, mobile photography has become an essential skill for capturing everyday moments. This 2-day CET course is designed to help you unlock the joy of photography without the complexities of technical settings like aperture or shutter speed. Learn how to make the most of your smartphone’s camera features and master essential photography techniques to take visually stunning photos with ease.

Embrace the simplicity of mobile photography—focus on creativity and storytelling without the need for complicated setups. While this course primarily uses smartphones, the photography principles covered apply across all formats. If you have a digital camera, feel free to bring it along to enhance your learning experience.

Let’s dive into the world of mobile photography and transform the way you capture memories!

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:
•   Beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of photography
•   Photography enthusiasts looking to refine their skills
•   Content creators aiming to enhance visuals for social media and digital platforms
•   Anyone who enjoys capturing moments and wants to take better photos effortlessly

Equipment Requirements
The course is fully hands-on and designed for mobile devices. However, participants are welcome to bring digital cameras if they wish to practice additional techniques. Recommended items include:
•   Smartphone (fully charged)
•   Charger or power bank for extended use
•   Optional: Tripods or external lenses for smartphones

Course 
Schedule

  1. Registration Period 16 May 2025 - 24 Jun 2025
  2. Course Date 15 Jul 2025 - 16 Jul 2025
  3. Venue NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC
  4. Mode of Training Classroom
  5. Schedule Info Duration: The 2-day short course consists of 8 hours of classroom activities and 8 hours of on-site learning/practice (including a photography field trip).

    Time: 9am to 6pm (including one-hour lunch break)
    Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic

    Schedule may subject to changes. Detailed timetable will only be release upon enrolment and nearer to course commencement date.
  1. Registration Period 26 May 2025 - 04 Jul 2025
  2. Course Date 25 Jul 2025 - 26 Jul 2025
  3. Venue NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC
  4. Mode of Training Classroom
  5. Schedule Info Duration: The 2-day short course consists of 8 hours of classroom activities and 8 hours of on-site learning/practice (including a photography field trip).

    Time: 9am to 6pm (including one-hour lunch break)
    Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic

    Schedule may subject to changes. Detailed timetable will only be release upon enrolment and nearer to course commencement date.
Duration: 16 hours [The 2-day short course consists of 8 hours of classroom activities and 8 hours of on-site learning/practice (including a photography field trip)].
Time: 9am to 6pm (including one-hour lunch break)
Delivery Mode: Classroom
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Schedule may be subject to changes. The detailed timetable will only be released upon enrolment and closer to the course commencement date.

For self-sponsored applicant, you may proceed to apply after signing in with Singpass / Student ID.
For company-sponsored applicant, please approach your company HR to put in the application via the company portal using Corppass at STEP.

Course Structure

TPG course reference No.

TGS-2023025557

Mobile Photography
Mobile Photography (NP-MBP-F)
Mobile Photography is for everybody! It is basically a format of photography created with mobile devices. If you have a smartphone, you can be a mobile photographer.

Financial matters

Course fees payable (incl. GST & excl. supplementary fee)

Description Mobile Photography Total course fee
Full Course fee $457.80 $457.80
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Singapore Citizen $53.34 $53.34
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs - SPR & LTVP+ $53.34 $53.34
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizen aged 40 and above $53.34 $53.34
SkillsFuture Baseline Funding for Singapore Citizen Aged Below 40 $137.34 $137.34
SkillsFuture Baseline Funding for SPR/LTVP+ $137.34 $137.34

GST rate

The course fees payable above are inclusive of 9% GST rate.

Payment option

The payment needs to be made upon the application is submitted.

Allowed payment by

The course fee allows to be paid by:
Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form);
SkillsFuture Credits (SFC);
Credit card (e-payment);
Debit card (e-payment);
PayNow (e-payment).

Refund and withdrawal policy

  • Please note that a 100% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted more than or equal to 14 days before the course start date.
  • Please note that a 50% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted less than 14 days before the course start date.
  • Please note that no refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted on or after the course start date.