Diploma in Design

Diploma in Design is a Diploma program taught at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Diploma in Design at Ngee Ann Polytechnic offers specialisations in Architecture and Product Innovation. Students study design across the two specialisations, with architecture-related learning and product innovation learning organised by levels.

Teaching is structured in weekly hours by level. Architecture Specialisation includes 22 hours per week, 23 hours per week, 19 hours per week, 19 hours per week, 17 hours per week, and 20 hours per week. Product Innovation Specialisation includes 22 hours per week, 22 hours per week, 20 hours per week, 18 hours per week, 18 hours per week, and 20 hours per week.

The course also supports real-world experience through internships at local/overseas start-ups or multinationals, as well as industry projects, workshops, competitions, and hackathons. Graduates can pursue further studies in relevant degree courses and work in architecture and product innovation roles.

The minimum requirements for admission in Diploma in Design at Ngee Ann Polytechnic for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Ngee Ann Polytechnic.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Ngee Ann Polytechnic as pre-requiste for admission in Diploma in Design.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2-D

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.

• English Language: 1-7
• Additional Mathematics/Mathematics: 1-7
• Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-D Aggregate Type: 1-6

Applicants must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-D Aggregate Type ( English Language, 2 relevant subjects and 2 other best subjects) listed at www.np.edu.sg/docs/ELR2B2.pdf.

For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period.

Candidates with severe vision deficiency may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations.

Please check detail of study units at https://np.edu.sg/schools-courses/academic-schools/school-of-design-environment/diploma-in-design

• Architectural Associate/Drafter/Executive
• Architecture Technical Officer
• BIM Modeller
• Exhibition Designer/Spatial Designer
• Interior Architecture Designer
• Planning Executive
• Project Management Executive
• Retail Designer
• Technical Sales Executive
• Visual Merchandising Designer
• Design Consultant
• Design Entrepreneur
• Engineering/Innovation Designer
• Furniture Designer
• Product/Industrial Designer
• Packaging Designer
• Service Designer
• UI/UX Designer
• Visual Communication Designer