Applied Learning Modules (ApLMs) were introduced by the Ministry of Education (MOE) to enrich the secondary school curriculum with more applied learning options. Taught by polytechnic staff over a span of three days, ApLMs are modules or subjects in applied areas, such as entrepreneurship, news reporting and market research. Students will be given the opportunity to apply the knowledge they learn during the programme to practical real-life scenarios, and discover their individual strengths and interests.
Students will get to:
Experience polytechnic life in advance – our ApLMs are conducted in the same way as all our other regular diploma courses
Acquire new skills and knowledge not taught in secondary schools
Discover and explore their passions and interests beforehand, enabling them to make informed decisions about education and career plans after graduation
Enhance their Holistic Development Profile which will give them an edge over their peers when applying for diploma courses under the Polytechnic Early Admission Exercise (EAE) and Direct Admission Exercise (DAE)
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Want to learn to produce, record and mix music using the electronic devices you already have in your home? By joining us in this Applied Learning Module, you will learn how to transform a range of common mobile devices into serious alternatives to conventional musical instruments and music production tools. Over the course of this three-day hands-on module, you will learn to produce professional sounding music by connecting your mobile gizmo to MIDI controllers, microphones, and audio interfaces. This module will be especially helpful if you want insights into the music production and entertainment industries. This ApLM will help you develop your music production skills to the next level. Once you are set up, you will be ready to make music for your friends, family, and maybe even a soundtrack to your next creative project!
Are you curious about what it takes to stage a production? This Applied Learning Module provides you with hands-on experience working in a production team for a ‘live’ event. You will learn all the elements required to stage a theatrical production, including using stage technologies, designing sets and props, and creatively using lighting and sound elements to create immersive experiences for the audience! But beyond the technical aspects, you will also learn what it takes to collaborate as an effective crew member, make creative judgements, and develop teambuilding skills by attuning yourself to the multi-faceted competencies required in planning and staging a production. This module will be beneficial if you are considering a career in the arts, culture, and entertainment sector. If you enjoy subjects like Drama and Art, don’t miss this opportunity!
Have you ever wondered why some traditional games are still being played even though they were invented hundreds of years ago? Find out the secrets to creating a playable and fun experience in this Applied Learning Module. You will explore through hands on play with popular traditional games, and discover how game play has evolved in modern board games. Learn how to analyse games, and modify the designs of traditional games to create your very own board or card game! Gain first-hand experience on how design teams collaborate to, design, playtest and modify the game play to deliver an engaging game. Level up with this module if you will like to explore the career opportunities in the field of game design!
Have you ever considered how everyday objects around us are designed and built? This three-day Applied Learning Module (ApLM) puts you into the role of a designer, where you will explore ideas through sketching and apply physical prototyping techniques to create a gaming mouse. You will learn the basics of User Experience Design and the science of ergonomics in an open-minded creative environment. Experience the life of a designer as you prototype your ideas, model them and present them to your friends to get feedback through feedback sessions. This module will be beneficial for you if you are considering a career in the design industry!
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