Singapore · Bachelor's
LASALLE College of the Arts
BA (Hons) Design Communication
LASALLE College of the Arts
Course Overview
LASALLE College of the Arts is one of Singapore's two national arts institutions, and its degrees are awarded by Goldsmiths, University of London — a respected UK validation. The BA (Hons) Design Communication is a studio-based programme spanning graphic design, branding, typography, motion and interaction design, illustration, and design for digital and physical media. Housed in LASALLE's striking McNally campus in Singapore's arts district, the course is taught by practising designers and built around live briefs, exhibitions, and a graduation showcase that connects students to the regional creative industry.
Sri Lankan applicants choose LASALLE for a Goldsmiths-validated UK degree earned in Singapore — a safe, English-speaking city four-and-a-half hours from Colombo — at lower total cost than studying in the UK. A creative portfolio and interview are central to admission. Singapore's design economy spans regional agency offices, tech-product teams, and a vibrant branding scene, and graduates can apply for work passes tied to employment. LASALLE's strong alumni network and Goldsmiths credential travel well, whether students stay in Asia or return to Sri Lanka's growing design sector.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Sri Lankan GCE A/L or Cambridge / Edexcel A Levels (passes), or a recognised art/design Foundation or Diploma.
- check_circle A creative portfolio is mandatory and central to selection.
- check_circle Portfolio interview (in person or online).
- check_circle Mature applicants with strong portfolios considered on a case-by-case basis.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.0 Overall (no band below 5.5).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your school qualification was taught and assessed entirely in English (most Sri Lankan Edexcel / Cambridge International applicants qualify).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (SGD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | SGD 31,000 | Rs. 7,440,000 |
| Accommodation (per year, Singapore) | SGD 12,000 | Rs. 2,880,000 |
| Living Expenses & Food (per year) | SGD 9,600 | Rs. 2,304,000 |
| Materials, Software & Student Pass | SGD 3,000 | Rs. 720,000 |
| Total Programme Investment (3 years) | SGD 169,800 | Rs. 40,752,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Graduates can apply for Singapore work passes (Employment Pass / S Pass) tied to a local employer. LASALLE Design Communication graduates place into branding and design roles at regional agency offices (Ogilvy, BBH, R/GA), product-design teams at tech firms, and Singapore's busy creative studios; many build freelance and studio careers. Sri Lankan returnees join leading Colombo design and branding studios, the in-house creative teams of Dialog, MAS, Brandix, John Keells, and advertising agencies (Triad, Phoenix, Leo Burnett Colombo). The Goldsmiths credential also supports progression to master's study in the UK or Asia.
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