Associate Degree in
Digital Photography


This programme is committed towards providing a comprehensive course that covers the basic skills in acquiring knowledge and research, and applying them to solve visual problem. The main objective of this programme is to prepare graduates to enter into and succeed in the global design industry.

The programme is inline with the advancement of technologies that photography world are facing today. Graduates will experience theory, technical and sufficient skills to survive in the photography industries that demand quality and accuracy.

Our graduates are well versed in international and expectations of the photography industry. Students are multi-skilled, versatile and capable of multitasking and, therefore, make a smooth transition into industry. Students are exposed to a wide range of digital photography and image manipulation software and entrepreneurship skills.

At the end of the programme, students will be able to translate ideas into visual form. The photograph that they produce will certainly be at par with industries quality standards. They will also be able to develop effective strategies for goal setting, time management and to execute design concepts to a professional standard.


Entry requirements
Pass an ‘O’ Level or an equivalent qualification from a recognition institution by the local Ministry of Education.

Programme Structure

Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
  • Creative and Innovation Studies
  • Drawing 1
  • Fundamental of Design
  • Introduction to Computer Skills
  • Presentation Research Study Skills
  • Professional Communication Skills 1
  • Design Studies
  • Advanced Creative and Innovation Studies
  • Visualization Techniques 1
  • Visual Communication in Photography
  • History and Aesthetics of Photography
  • Professional Communication Skills 2

Year 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
  • Principles of Entrepreneurship
  • Business Planning
  • Leadership Skills & Competencies
  • Basic Lighting 1
  • Introduction to Digital Photography
  • Basic Black & White (Experimental)
  • Photojournalism
  • Principles of Advertising
  • Basic Lighting 2
  • Digital Photo Art

Year 3
Semester 5
Semester 6
  • Practical Internship
  • Project Report
  • Advanced Digital Imaging
  • Commercial Photography
  • Advanced Advertising
  • Advanced Photojournalism
  • Entrepreneur Management Skill
  • Advanced Black & White (Experimental)