Design (Architecture)

More than ever, design is shaping the future. Designers play a key role in developing solutions for the many challenges we face today. From architecture to products, and experiences to processes, the designer helps create a better world. In the Design - the only with specialisations in Architecture and Product Innovation - you will be trained for creative careers in diverse sectors. In fact, design has become so fundamental that many non-design companies are hiring design-trained professionals!


Design offers a broad-based foundation year that focuses on new economy skills such as design thinking and user experience/interface (UX/UI) design as well as spatial experience and planning. Many of our students like the unique diversity of the curriculum we offer in the first year, as it gives them a rich perspective of the various possibilities of design careers. This helps them to make an informed choice between Architecture and Product Innovation as their specialisation in Year 2.


In design , you will also be exposed to emerging technologies such as Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence for digital design. You will be introduced to digital fabrication, 3D printing, digital prototyping and visualisation, data analytics, as well as machine learning. Our partnership with the Singapore Institute of Architects will also open doors for you to participate in various activities to celebrate architectural design and the built environment

Over the three years, our signature programmes and holistic approach will help you build a winning portfolio with a range of industry-standard design and architectural projects. Our participatory design modules will also give you opportunities to work on meaningful projects that benefit the community. You may also get a chance to attend off-campus learning through study trips to international architectural or design events.


Career Opportunities

  • architectural coordinator

  • 3D visualizer

  • BIM Modeler

  • facilities management coordinator