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Bachelor of Graphic Communication Design
Raffles College of Higher Education
- Singapore, Singapore
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A one-year full-time honours top-up degree in graphic and visual communication design, Awarded by the University of Northampton, UK.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Graphic Communication Design. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.
Career outcomes
- Graphic designer
- Art director
- Editorial designer
- Illustrator
- Typographer
- UI/UX designer
- Brand and packaging designer
- Creative director
Curriculum
- One-year
- 180-credit top-up awarded by the University of Northampton. Three modules: Preparing for Industry
- Professional Portfolio and Major Project. Full-time study
- Entered in January or July after an Advanced Diploma or related qualification.
Entry requirements
Academic
- IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band) or Raffles Certificate of Achievement in English - Advanced
- Raffles Advanced Diploma in a relevant discipline or relevant polytechnic/PEI qualification
- Minimum age 18.
Accepted academic background
Raffles Advanced Diploma in relevant discipline or polytechnic/PEI qualification in relevant field, Age 18+.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band)
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- English proficiency evidence
- Recent photograph
- Application form
- Financial and visa supporting documents for international enrollment.
How to apply
- Visit the official website. Select the intended program and intake. Complete the application form. Submit academic certificates
- Transcripts
- Passport details
- A recent photograph
- English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee. Accept the offer and complete the required tuition deposit and Student Pass documentation. Follow the enrollment instructions provided by the college.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $39,240 SGD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $1,090 SGD |
| Deposit | $5,000 SGD |
Program details
| Campus | Raffles @ 111 Somerset |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Design |
| Department | Graphic Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
138 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 1 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $39,240 SGD per year. The application fee is $1,090 SGD. The deposit is $5,000 SGD. The estimated living cost is $17,640 SGD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band).