Diploma in Immersive Media & Game Development (T58)

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Course Overview

Keen to use augmented reality, virtual reality technologies and tools to develop interactive content? Then this course would be right up your alley!

Gain a strong understanding of how to merge virtual and physical worlds using sound game development principles. Create your own interactive experiences from conception, to development and deployment. Get the opportunity to learn from and work alongside experts who created augmented reality and virtual reality for industries, such as healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing and education. Our use of industry-leading tools from Unity will also give you a unique advantage. At the same time, earn recognised and valued immersive media and game-related professional certifications while learning with us.

Take your passion for creating interactive and immersive content to the next level through this exciting and engaging course in Immersive Media & Game Development.

Get the opportunity to attain the certifications(s) below through your course of study:

Unity Certified Associate Programmer

AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification

Many companies are now placing their information on the cloud, as well as creating applications and services on the cloud. Due to cloud computing, we are seeing a big shift from the traditional way businesses think about IT resources. Cloud Computing professionals are in high demand in the IT industry. The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner offers a foundational understanding of AWS Cloud concepts, services, and terminology.

The School of Informatics & IT curriculum prepares students to acquire the AWS certified cloud practitioner qualification. Industry-recognised certificates give students and prospective employers an added confidence about the cloud proficiency of graduates.

Supported by:

VERSATILE SKILLSET
Be equipped with strong application development and immersive media skills that you can use in a range of industries such as education, healthcare, transportation, financial services etc.

DEVELOP IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES
You will have classes at the App Experience Hub where you will use the latest technologies to develop awesome applications that create immersive experiences for users with the skills you acquire in this course.

REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
Gain valuable experience working with clients like MINDEF, NTUC, Indie Game Companies to hone your skills.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for consideration for admission, applicants must obtain 26 points or better for the net ELR2B2 aggregate score (i.e. English Language, 2 relevant subjects and best 2 other subjects, including CCA Bonus Points) and meet the minimum entry requirements of this course. CCA cannot be used to meet the minimum entry requirements.

Subject

Grade

English Language (EL1)*

1-7

Mathematics (E or A)

1-6

Any one of the subject in the 2^nd group of relevant subjects for ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type

Biology
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Computing / Computer Studies
Creative 3D Animation
Design & Technology
Food & Nutrition/ Nutrition & Food Science
Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics
Exercise & Sports Science
Physics
Science (Chemistry, Biology)
Science (Physics, Biology)
Science (Physics, Chemistry)

1-6

2025 Planned Intake

Net ELR2B2 aggregate range (2025 JAE)

9 - 15

Note: Applicants with complete colour vision deficiency are not eligible to apply for this course.

* Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/ Unified Examination Chinese (UEC) holders must have a minimum of grade 6 for the relevant English Language subject (e.g. Bahasa Inggeris).

Admissions Exercises

Early Admissions Exercise (EAE)

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

ITE Graduates

Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

What You'll Learn

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
TPFUN

Strong Foundation Skills
Learn to develop your mobile and web applications with the coding and user interface skills you acquire. Also, learn the fundamentals of networking, and discover how to create your own analytics dashboard.

Subject Code	Subject	Credit Units
CIT1C21	Application Development Project This subject introduces coding principles and practices using a functional and/or object-oriented approach. The subject also introduces the development of an IT application using the latest technologies. Topics covered include simple data structures, application architecture, design, and development.	4
CIT1C18	Computational Thinking This subject introduces the fundamentals of computational thinking and how it is applied in developing programming solutions to problems. Programming concepts, simple data structures and programming techniques are also covered.	4
CCF1C03	Cybersecurity Fundamentals This subject introduces the key principles of information security namely confidentiality, integrity and availability and their application in various real-world scenarios. Topics covered include IT law, data governance and security, international standards, security policies, procedures, processes to protect IT systems against cyber-attacks and information breaches. It also covers what is required to protect and defend digital systems and applications in the cyberspace. Common types of cyber risks, threats and attacks, as well as the applicable controls, will be discussed.	2
CIA1C11	Data Visualisation and Analytics This subject covers the data analytics lifecycle, including gathering, cleaning, processing and visualising of data. Exploratory data analysis methods, descriptive and predictive analytics and the presentation of insights will also be covered.	4
CIA1C06	Database Application Development This subject introduces the fundamental concepts of relational database systems, the design methods specific to relational database, database manipulation using a database query language, and the techniques of implementing relational databases. It will also cover implementation of simple applications to access relational database.	4
CIT1C14	Data Structures and Algorithms This subject introduces the fundamentals of recursion and data structures in solving problems using a programming language. Topics covered include stacks, queues and linked lists. Searching techniques and sorting algorithms are also covered.	4
CIA1C07	Logic and Mathematics The subject covers logic, functions, sequence & recursion, and graphs. It covers mathematical processes for developing algorithms in computing and other real-life applications. Topics covered include the fundamental mathematical concepts needed for computing.	3
CCF1C04	Network and Cloud Technology This subject covers both the theoretical and practical elements of networking and its associated technologies. It encompasses various topics such as network protocols and communications, and cloud computing and its significance in modern networking environments.	4
CIT1C19	User Experience and Interface Design This subject introduces the concept of Human-Centered Design, and its practice to create useful digital products and interfaces that offer an enriching user experience (UX). The topics covered include designing sustainable interfaces, need findings, sketching and prototyping for interactive experience, and usability testing with accessibility considerations.	3

Immersive Experience
You will be exposed to various immersive media technologies, such as AR/VR, and the game production pipeline in developing a combination of interactive content and games. You will learn to build immersive experiences and video games using a game engine.

Subject Code	Subject	Credit Units
CGE2C16	Game Development This subject provides you with the knowledge and skills to develop graphical interactive games through the use of existing game libraries and to create the component parts of a game, both assets and programming code, and then bring them together to produce a complete game. The subject covers game development techniques such as sprite creation, rendering and animation; collision detection; the main game loop; event handling and control of the frame rate. The in-game usage of sound effects will also be taught, as well as key programming concepts required in game development such as memory management, programming standards and debugging.	4
CGE2C19	Programming with Game Engines This subject introduces programming of games using Game Engine. The subject will cover different game programming techniques and design pattern. Students will be able to employ the techniques and used in conjuction with game engines.	4
CGE2C20	Game Design The subject emphasises the use of game design to improve ideas before and during implementation. It covers various aspects of game design, from initial target audience, player behaviour and attitude to aspects affecting implementation within the actual video game. By examining various successful video games within different genres, you will learn to include a variety of attributes in your video games such as motivation for the player and being able to generate re-playability.	4
CGE2C22	Augmented Reality Application Development This subject introduces the principles and components underlying augmented reality applications. It covers core building blocks, user experience (UI/UX) design principles, and software tools for developing an augmented reality application.	4
CGE2C23	3D Modelling This subject will introduce the 3D model creation workflow for games and immersive media. It also introduces Digital Content Creation (DCC) tools that can be applied to 3D modelling techniques such as low-poly meshing and digital texturing practices such as using coordinate mapping function and photographic texture creation for crafting 3D art assets.	4
CGE2C24	Immersive UiUx This subject focuses on user interfaces and the user experiences of interaction within immersive media environments. It will also cover the basics of how to create effective interfaces using the appropriate tools and techniques as well as being able to understand the user perspectives and experiences of users interacting within games and immersive environments.	4
CGE2C25	Maths and Physics Programming This subject will introduce the mathematics and physics concepts, principles and formulas that are crucial to developing interactive environments that look realistic, and how to apply these concepts into immersive media. The subject includes geometry, trigonometry, vectors and matrices, and physics concepts for games and immersive media.	4
CGE2C21	Computer Graphics and Programming The subject covers the essentials of geometry and its mathematical representations used in computer graphics. It examines concepts and algorithms for geometric modelling and then studies rendering algorithms, such as rasterization and raytracing. Additional topics include digital imaging concepts, shaders, and scene graphs, and camera representations.	4

Advanced AR/VR and Game Development Skills
You will work on real-world projects that include the latest immersive media, including AR/VR and also get a chance to polish your game ideas for publication. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experts and work for clients in different industries such as hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing and education.

	Subject Code	Subject	Credit Units
	CMP3703	Major Project This subject helps you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills acquired from the various subjects in the Immersive Media & Game Development curriculum. It helps you develop a practical understanding of immersive technology, game development methodology, programming and design techniques, quality assurance, project management and presentation skills.	10

	Subject Code	Subjects	Credit Units
	CIT2C30	Green Software Principles This subject covers the Green Software principles and takes into consideration the software design practices and technologies that optimise energy usage, minimise carbon footprint and promote environmental awareness.	4
	CDA2C08	Data Analytics for Environmental Sustainability This subject provides an introduction to the principles of sustainability and how data analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques can be used to address environmental challenges. It explores techniques and tools for data-driven decision-making such as analysing climate data and predicting the impact of climate change.	4

	Subject Code	Subjects	Credit Units
	CGE3E01	Game AI This subject introduces the concept of AI within a game engine. Students will learn the basic theories behind AI and explore techniques to apply AI using a game engine for various game types.	4
	CGE3C08	Immersive Technology Development This subject introduces the concepts and components underlying immersive technology development. It covers the building blocks, design principles, and software tools for developing virtual reality and 360-degree authoring applications.	4

	Subject Code	Subjects	Credit Units
	CIT2C27	Guided Work-based Learning 1 This is a competency-based subject that develops students in the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a specific IT job role through a structured on-the-job training programme. It will allow students to perform skills identification and articulate critical work functions in the job role and their performance expectations. Students will work with the company supervisor to plan and execute an individual learning project, and they will monitor and reflect on their learning progress. Guided Work-based learning will broaden and/or deepen a student's knowledge and skills in a specific job role.	4
	CIT2C28	Guided Work-based Learning 2 This subject provides students the opportunity to recognise the critical core skills that are transferrable in both lateral movement or vertical progression in the specified IT job track defined in a recognised or national skills framework. It also allows students to compare the responsibilities, required skills and competencies between the various job roles within the organisation and/or industry.	4

You will also take this set of subjects that equips you with the crucial 21st-century life skills you need to navigate the modern world as an agile, forward-thinking individual and team player.

Subject Code	Subject	Credit Units
GTP1103	Effective Personal Leadership This subject examines self-management and self-leadership through an exploration of values and beliefs, necessary for adapting to the world of work. It covers topics such as self-management and awareness, values and ethics, interpersonal communication, teamwork, resilience and emotional intelligence for enhancing leadership capabilities. These can significantly influence careers, relationships, and overall well-being. This subject is a reflective exploration of ‘leadership from within’ to have a greater awareness for the development of attributes required in an effective values-centred leader for oneself and for others.	3
GTP1203	Career Readiness & Communication This subject equips students with career preparation skills through better understanding of their career interests, values, skills and aspirations. Topics covered include personal branding, job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, and interview techniques. In addition, students will gain awareness of workplace communication to succeed in their careers and achieve professional goals.	3
GTP1303	Current Issues & Critical Thinking This subject provides a comprehensive introduction to critical thinking by engaging students with current local and global issues. Students will learn to analyse diverse perspectives and uncover underlying assumptions in opinions, evaluate the credibility and bias of information sources, and construct well-reasoned, evidence-based arguments using established critical-thinking frameworks. They will also assess the societal, ethical, and personal implications of contemporary problems, and develop the ability to communicate their conclusions clearly and persuasively, employing appropriate digital tools to support their ideas.	4
INV1001	Innovation & Entrepreneurship The subject is designed for learners from all disciplines to embrace innovation in either their specialised field or beyond. Learners will be taught to apply the Design Thinking framework to develop problem statements, ideate and identify feasible solutions. Learners will be exposed to several tools for prototyping. In addition, commercial awareness will be imbued in learners through various innovation and entrepreneurship concepts or tools. This subject also prepares students to be self-directed lifelong learners who are digital and information literate. It nurtures communicative and collaborative citizens who can use objective analysis in problem-solving.	2
LSW1002	Sports & Wellness This subject reinforces the fundamental knowledge learnt on health, fitness, exercise and sports. Hands-on time will be allocated for a greater variety of fitness exercises and sports skills in a recreational setting. In addition, theoretical knowledge such as sports safety and risk management when participating in physical activities will be introduced. Guidance will be provided for improvement of physical fitness, acquiring of sports skills and relating theoretical knowledge to the physical activities.	2
TGS1002	Global Studies This subject provides essential skills and knowledge to prepare students for an overseas experience. They will examine the elements of culture and learn the key principles of cross-cultural communication. In addition, they will gain an appreciation and awareness of the political, economic, technological and social landscape to function effectively in a global environment. The subject prepares students to be responsible global citizens and leaders who can contribute to the global community through effective communication and collaboration.	3
TGS1003	Sustainability & Climate Action This subject prepares students to be responsible global citizens and future leaders who can contribute to the global community. It introduces the topics of sustainability and explores how human societies can act to build a sustainable future. This subject focuses on the impact of climate change, potential solutions to climate change, and the future of the green economy from global and local perspectives.	3
CSI3004	Student Internship Programme This structured programme is designed to link your learning with the real work environment. You will be placed in organisation(s) with opportunities to apply the concepts and skills acquired in the course of your study. Besides reinforcing technical concepts and mastering of skills in areas that you have been trained, the practical training will enable you to build important skills such as problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and to cultivate good attitude and a strong work ethic.	16

	Subject Code	Subject	Credit Units
	GTP1304	Beyond the Classroom: Guided Learning This subject empowers students to take charge of their personal learning in a chosen area of inquiry. Students will broaden or deepen their knowledge and skills, fostering a proactive approach to lifelong learning. Following a scaffolded process, students will design and execute a personalised learning plan that extends beyond traditional classroom walls. The journey culminates in a curated portfolio that highlights their achievements and growth.	3

Graduation Requirements

Cumulative Grade Point Average

min 1.0

TP Fundamental Subjects

min 36 credit units

Diploma Subjects - Core Subjects

82 credit units

Total Credit Units Completed

min 118 credit units

Career Prospects

Your training will allow you to take on careers such as:

Applications Developer
Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality/Mixed Reality Developer

Game Developer/Programmer

Mobile App Developer
UI/UX Designer

Course Fees

PET Course Fee

Main

The table below shows the total subsidised fees (inclusive of GST) payable.

ADMITTED IN	SINGAPOREANS (Aged below 40 in the year 2024)	SINGAPORE PERMANENT RESIDENTS	INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
2025	S$3,179.65	S$6,509.65	S$12,570.15
2024	S$3,068.75	S$6,298.75	S$12,159.25

WHEN DO I PAY?

There are 2 semesters in each Academic YEAR (AY). The billing periods for AY 2024/2025 are:
Semester 1: 21 April 2025 -19 October 2025
Semester 2: 21 October 2025 -19 April 2026

Fees are billed and payable by semester. They are usually payable in June for Semester 1 and December for Semester 2.

Payment Method

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Contact

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School of Informatics & IT
Temasek Polytechnic
East Wing Block 1-4
21 Tampines Ave 1
Singapore 529757

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