Singapore: Be part of the creative revolution at LASALLE

LASALLE College of the Arts in Singapore offers a unique contemporary approach to arts and design studies, in an amazing architectural building.

The design of the new city campus was chosen to represent Singapore at the Venice Architectural Biennale in 2004. With six different schools of art and design in a single glass “Art Canyon”, the building is a creative hive of activity.

The college offers all programmes in partnership with Open University (OU), so graduates receive the equivalent of a UK Masters of Arts (MA), Bachelor of Arts (Hons) or Dip HE. It was founded in 1984 and is a non-profit, private education institution.

Singapore is becoming Asia’s creative centre, and is home to many global creative companies. The new campus has three theatres, Singapore’s largest contemporary art gallery, and Asia’s first theatre and art production workshop. It is the region’s only integrated arts campus.

The undergraduate and postgraduate programmes include Design, Fine Arts, Film, Media Arts, Dance, Music, Theatre, Art History, Art Therapy and Arts Management. Nearly a third of students come from over 30 different countries, and 84% of graduates found employment less than three months after completing their studies.

David Stevanov, from Indonesia, is studying the BA (Hons) in Advertising Design at LASALLE. He loves the design of the new building, and believes it finally fits the creative image of the college. He says; “There is a good mixture of international students and local students. You get to know people from other parts of the world and exchange ideas and thoughts. Because I believe, where we grow up influences our philosophy in design. Design is not only about yourself, but also about people around you. Your circle of friends and your network will help you a lot in the future. Singapore… is a safe, organized country and education is one of the top priorities here.”

To find out more about the courses available at LASALLE College in Singapore, contact one of our student counsellors for more information.

Singapore: an Australian education in Asia’s financial hub

James Cook University, opened its first Asian campus more than 4 years ago in Singapore. It has proven to be a popular choice for international students who want a quality Australian university experience in a leading global business hub closer to home.

Arun G.V, from India, completed his MBA at the Singapore campus in 2006. He is now running an import/export business in the UAE for Allied Distributors. He said; “In a simple sense, it’s Australian education with the Singaporean economy. JCUS has given me more than I thought possible from an international campus of a reputed Australian university. Also, it’s nearer to home.”

He appreciated the informal and participative teaching style and absolute freedom to express opinion and views. An excellent online library and flexible study times also helped him complete his MBA in just one year. Arun is still involved in the JCUS community through their Orkut group, a useful place to meet other alumni and students.

Graduates of James Cook University Singapore have all the same rights as a full student of JCU in Australia, and receive the same qualifications. This can make it easier for them to work or study further in Australia later. The courses are also fast-tracked, so students finish earlier than their Australian counterparts. Resident senior academic staff from the Australian campuses ensure the same high standards of education are kept.

As well as foundation courses in English, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in business, information technology, education and psychology are available at the Singapore campus. For more information about studying at JCU Singapore, contact one of our student counsellors today.