Learning Journey

Is your student thinking about going to poly and pursuing a career in the creative industry? Then register for our Learning Journey (LJ) programme!

These engaging activities are designed to give students first-hand insights into what it is like to study key subjects from the fields of design, art, and media. Students will get to go behind the scenes and learn what goes into designing games, creating soundtracks, and staging plays.

Classes will be conducted in School of Technology for the Arts (STA) learning facilities which include state-of-the-art broadcast studios, high definition audio studios, and design studios. Students will derive a sense of satisfaction when they walk away with their very own creations! LJ programmes are offered at no cost to students and are generally 1.5–2 hours long. Each of our LJ programmes can accommodate up to 25 students and can be arranged around student schedules.

Check out past Learning Journeys we conducted over on our News & Events page! And feel free to contact us for more information on the LJs offered.

 

Learning Journey

Creating Play Experiences with Design Thinking

Learn how design can impact user experience. Change the user experience of playing Pacman or piano keyboards by re-designing the interface using “Makey Makey”, an invention kit that turns everyday objects into touch pads and connects them with the virtual world.


Creating Music Soundtracks

Learn how to put together a soundtrack using state-of-the-art software tools. Learn key software features such as the timeline, sound files, audio regions, music concepts, and terminology. This activity is taught in the context of a professional studio setting.


Want to know what makes a Game a Game?

Get an insight into the mysterious world of game design. Learn about the tried and tested methods used to produce successful game titles like those available in the shops today.


Multi-Camera Production

Uncover the creative challenges and technical demands of shooting a multi-camera production in a simulated working environment. Experience professionally equipped broadcast-quality studios and assume key production roles including TV producer, assistant director, floor manager, and cameraman.


Create a Cinemagraph for an eZine

Explore the latest techniques required by digital media publications such as ebooks and iPad eZine. Learn to produce animated sequences from photographic stills to produce engaging and highly customised digital live cover images using the latest industry software and digital workflows.


Create Inspiring Viral Videos for the Web

Ever been inspired by short videos that were shared by friends on social media? Change the world by promoting social causes on the web through viral videos. Learn to shoot and produce a short video using DSLR cameras and professional video editing tools with this hands-on workshop.


The World is a Stage

Immerse in the world of theatre and experience staging a short theatre production. Take on key production roles including actor, stage manager, set designer, and costume dresser. Design and manage the venue and experience the transformation of the stage into a magical world of possibilities.


Designing for My Friend!

Become a cool, stylish, and responsive designer. Engage with friends and identify his/her needs. Put on a creative thinking cap and have fun prototyping and check out the response to your creation.


Do a Remix!

Learn how to use an industry standard software such as Pro Tools or Ableton Live to remix a popular tune. Features such as the timeline, sound files, audio regions and music terminology are taught in a professional studio setting.


Recording an MTV Live!

Get creative with designing a pop group e-poster. Play a variety of roles in a production crew and go behind the scenes of a “live” recording of a music video.


Make a Game in under an Hour!

Build a 2D platformer game using game-making software. Get creative by building game levels using the assets and game template provided. Play customised developed games online.

Movement Theatre Fun!

Warm up the body by letting it respond to words and music. The process will culminate into a vocabulary that is borne out of the creative mind.