About Course
Course Structure
Entry Requirements
Financial Matters
Course Schedule
About Course
Course Objectives
The primary objective of this course is to equip students with the essential skills necessary for creating compelling content across diverse screen and media platforms. Beyond mastering fundamental technical production skills, students will gain expertise in crafting engaging narratives, collaborating with actors, efficiently managing budgets and schedules, and taking on comprehensive production responsibilities. These proficiencies are strategically designed to address the growing demand in the industry for competent Creative Media Specialists.The course is also Aligned with the Skills Framework for Media.
Course Description
Diploma in Filmmaking (DFM) consists the following modules:MC1: Certificate in Film: An Art Form
1) Introduction to Film & Media Studies (60hrs)
2) Scriptwriting Fundamentals (60hrs)
3) Directing & Performance (60hrs)
MC2: Certificate in Production: Craft of Filmmaking
4) Production Planning & Logistics (60hrs)
5) Cinematography & Lighting (60hrs)
6) Sound Recording & Design (60hrs)
MC3: Certificate in Storytelling through Post-Production
7) Video Editing & Post-Production Workflow (60hrs)
8) Motion Graphics (60hrs)
9) Colour Grading (60hrs)
MC4: Certificate in Filmmaking as a Business
10) Proposals & Pitching (60hrs)
11) Budgeting & Financial Management (60hrs)
12) Marketing & Distribution Strategies (60hrs)
MC5: Certificate in Applied Project
13) Filmmaking Lab (60hrs)
14) Capstone Project (120hrs)
Trainer's Profile
Leslie Tan
Leslie Tan is a seasoned writer based in Singapore, boasting over 20 years of experience in the film and television industry both locally and across the region.As a well-known figure in the local television landscape, Leslie has crafted and developed quality programming for popular nationally televised shows such as Mediacorp’s Heartland Hubby, Code of Law, Lion Mums, This Land Is Mine and Reunion. His talent extends beyond Singapore, having also written for international channels like MTV and the National Geographic Channel. His most recent works include the latest season of the animated series Downstairs on Netflix, Mediacorp’s live-action drama 128 Circle and KC Global Media’s anime-inspired fantasy thriller, Fallen 8.
In addition to his screenwriting endeavours, Leslie has been an active member of Singapore’s writing community. He served two terms as President of the Screenwriters Association (Singapore) from 2020 to 2024, where he spearheaded engagements with agencies such as the Infocomm Development Authority (IMDA) in discussions on the Skills Framework for Media and contributed to the Forward Singapore media industry dialogues. Currently, he serves as the Treasurer on the Association's Executive Committee.
With a Master’s in Education (MEd) and an Advanced Certificate in Learning & Performance (ACLP), Leslie also imparts his knowledge by teaching writing at Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s School of Film and Media Studies. He continues to daydream for fun and pursue writing as his profession.
Sharon Ismail
Sharon graduated from NUS with a double major in English Language and Theatre Studies. After her BA (Hons) in Theatre Studies, she completed her MA in Performance Studies at the Royal Central School of Speech & Drama, London. Her studies coincided with her professional theatre debut in Singapore and culminated in a television award at Mediacorp Suria’s Pesta Perdana, for Best Actress in a Leading Role. She has since won the award thrice.Her parallel career on television saw several nominations for Best Host in an Info-tainment Programme. She was one of the anchor hosts on Suria’s Sunday morning show for three years, which honed her interviewing skills and how to prepare guests to be camera-ready. She continues to be active in television and on social media today.
Apart from theatre and television, Sharon’s areas of expertise extend to various aspects of media, such as media relations, strategic planning, internal communication, and moderation of conference panels. Her primary work languages are English and Malay, though she also speaks Mandarin.
She is also a published children’s book writer, with her first book, What Sallamah Didn’t Know, adopted by MOE as a P6 English text under the STELLAR syllabus. This book has been translated into Malay, Mandarin and Tamil. Its sequel, The Ghost with Dirty Feet, was adapted into a musical for children by Teater Ekamatra in 2024.
In the past 10 years, Sharon has been part of advisory panels at Mediacorp Malay News and Current Affairs, IMDA’s Programme Advisory Committee (English), Mendaki’s Youth Excellence Awards, and MSF’s Alliance for Action to Strengthen Marriages & Family Relationships (AFAM).
Sharon currently teaches Media Entrepreneurship, and Career & Professional Preparation. In her 20-year career in education, she has taught various communication, innovation, sociology and acting modules in Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic and UniSIM.
As part of the school management team at the School of Film & Media Studies, Sharon continues to hone her leadership and people-management skills as she oversees teams for internships, overseas programmes, and general student life. On occasion, she coaches millennials when ex-students approach her with “adulting” questions on career development and life decisions.
Course Structure
TPG course reference No.
TGS-2024042077,TGS-2024042094,TGS-2024042078,TGS-2024042090,TGS-2024042082,TGS-2024042086
Diploma in Filmmaking
Certificate in Applied Project
Certificate in Film: An Art Form
Certificate in Filmmaking as a Business
Certificate in Production: Craft of Filmmaking
Certificate in Storytelling through Post-Production
Entry Requirements
Condition 1
Highest qualification
GCE ‘O’ Level grade:English Language (Grade 1-6)and
Highest qualification
GCE ‘O’ Level grade:Mathematics (Grade 1-6)and
Highest qualification
GCE ‘O’ Level grade:One other subject (Grade 1-6) And Working experience:At least 3 years of relevant work experience. or
Condition 2
Highest qualification
NITEC with GPA >= 3.5 And Working experience:At least 2 years of relevant work experience. or
Condition 3
Highest qualification
Higher NITEC with GPA >= 2.0 And Working experience:At least 1 year of relevant work experience. or
Condition 4
Highest qualification
NITEC in Technology with GPA >= 3.5 And Working experience:At least 2 years of relevant work experience. or
Condition 5
Highest qualification
NITEC in Services with GPA >= 3.5 And Working experience:At least 2 years of relevant work experience. or
Condition 6
Highest qualification
Higher NITEC in Technology with GPA >=2.0 And Working experience:At least 1 year of relevant work experience. or
Condition 7
Highest qualification
Higher NITEC in Services with GPA >=2.0 And Working experience:At least 1 year of relevant work experience. or
Condition 8
Highest qualification
Professional Qualification And Other Diploma; WSQ diplomaand
Highest qualification
Secondary; Workplace Literacy & Numeracy (WPLN); Minimum GPA: Level 6 And Working experience:At least 3 years of relevant work experience. or
Condition 9
Working experience
At least 2 years of relevant work experience.Financial matters
Course fees payable (incl. GST & excl. supplementary fee)
| Description | Certificate in Film: An Art Form | Certificate in Production: Craft of Filmmaking | Certificate in Storytelling through Post-Production | Certificate in Filmmaking as a Business | Certificate in Applied Project | Total course fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Course fee | $3,767.04 | $5,552.46 | $5,552.46 | $5,552.46 | $5,552.46 | $25,976.88 |
| PR Sponsored by SME | $392.26 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $2,704.94 |
| Singapore Citizen Sponsored by SME | $392.26 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $2,704.94 |
| Singapore Citizen Aged 40 & Above | $392.26 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $578.17 | $2,704.94 |
| Singapore Citizen Aged Below 40 | $565.06 | $832.87 | $832.87 | $832.87 | $832.87 | $3,896.54 |
| Singapore PR | $1,506.82 | $2,220.98 | $2,220.98 | $2,220.98 | $2,220.98 | $10,390.74 |
| Long-Term Visit Pass Plus | $3,767.04 | $5,552.46 | $5,552.46 | $5,552.46 | $5,552.46 | $25,976.88 |
GST rate
The course fees payable above are inclusive of 9% GST rate.
Payment option
The first payment needs to be made after accepting the offer.
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).
Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form);
SkillsFuture Credits (SFC);
Credit card (e-payment);
Debit card (e-payment);
PayNow (e-payment).
Nett Supplementary Fees Payable
- GPA Insurance Fee S$2.11,subject to GST,fees payable S$2.30 Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form); Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Standing order form)
- Other Fees S$7.43,subject to GST,fees payable S$8.10 Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form); Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Standing order form)
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.
Course
Schedule
Every Tuesday & Thursday (7pm - 10pm)
2 Alternate Saturdays (9am - 6pm)
2 Alternate Saturdays (9am - 6pm)
Registration Period
09 Dec 2024 - 26 Jan 2025
Course Date
03 Mar 2025 - 30 Sep 2026
Schedule Info
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule / cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice
Mode of Training
Classroom
Venue
NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC