The Diploma in Digital 3D Animation aims to introduce the fundamentals of animation from the basic techniques of 2D animation to the powerful image of 3D animation. Opportunities will be given to explore various animation techniques by using traditional and digital tools. The course focusing on 3D Modeling and Animation, uses the Hollywood award-winning Autodesk Maya software, which is the leading edge of entertainment technology.
The course offers students extensive instructions in the fundamentals of 2D and 3D animation, storyboarding, modelling, animation, conceptual design, special effects, project management and the integration of sound and vision for TV and the entertainment industry.
All students aim to explore key technical, theoretical, and cultural issue in the creation of digitally-created animation, which reflects the worldwide trend of the convergence of traditional and new media into the unified digital experience that the entertainment industry has become.
The main focus of this programme is designed for communication in print and digital media. The programme is a multi-disciplinary approach to conceptualise, emphasise, communicate, as well as develop technical skills. EAA's traditional strength in drawing and painting is complemented and enhanced by its commitment to computer education and information technologies.
The student will also need to understand current trends in graphic and multimedia by experimenting with a variety of applications and development packages. This course will concentrate on concepts and implementation in each subjects with hands on experience as well as in the multimedia studies.
Apart from EAA's Diploma and Part-Time Programmes, student can also choose to take up the Certificate in Art and Design Programme. This intensive course is directed at post-secondary school leavers and those with working experience who are interested in pursuing a professional career in art and design.
This course prepares students for a basic grounding in a career in the art and design discipline. Students will be exposed to a variety of basic skills and techniques in Art & Design, which will enable them to progress to advanced courses at a Diploma level.
Most of the teachings are studio based and concerned with developing drawings as means of communicating ideas and analysis. The students will experience the use of a wide variety of materials and processes including painting, printing, silk screen, photography, ceramics and graphic techniques as well as various aspects of visual language including colour, shape, form and structure.
This major covers all aspects of interior and spatial design. It aims to develop the ability to manipulate and divide volume and space within interior and exterior environments; 3D and furniture design disciplines; decoration and design for different lifestyles; colour and light; building materials and construction, enabling the student to produce and experiment creatively, original solutions in design. Besides studying styling, aesthetics and design technology, the application of computer-aided design technology can help the students mechanically evaluate and visualise their project effectively and efficiently.
This course covers all aspects of architectural design and technology. It aims to develop an awareness of the built environment as well as an ability to provide integrated design solutions. Studies include conceptual and theoretical approaches to design, developing an ability to design creatively and analytically within the context of the site, exploration of structures and environmental issues, studies on the various functions and use of building materials and construction. It provides the students with the ability to think creatively, be experimental as well as be technically skilled, equipping them to evaluate, visualise and produce designs and buildings from conceptual stages through to working drawing stages.
Apart from studying design processes and methodology, aesthetics, planning, technology and constructional issues. The application of computer-aided design technology such as AutoDesk Architecutral Desktop and AutoCAD will also equip the students with the latest technological drawing techniques.
Fashion is the fastest-moving of all the design disciplines. The industry requires alert, aware, quick-thinking designers with flair, imagination and the technical know-how.
The final year students will concentrate on their final collection which reflects more to the commercial world and production. Upon completion of the course, each student will showcase their work at an exhibition and a fashion show to audiences from the industry and the media.
In this discipline, students are given the opportunity to experiment with a range of materials and techniques. Creative thinking is encouraged and nurtured within the course as students begin to develop themselves as professional artists.
They are exposed to exhibitions, discussions, seminars and dialogues with local artists and lecturers. Students can major in a variety of media, such as painting, drawing, printmaking and so on. Art History is a compulsory subject within the course.