Entry requirements
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
| Qualifications | Remarks |
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The qualifications listed below are common entry qualifications submitted by applicants.
- Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level with minimum ‘Pass’ in two subjects at A-Level/H2 Level and General Paper
- Local Polytechnic Diploma
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- Other relevant equivalent qualifications
| Entry into | IELTS Academic | TOEFL (iBT) | PTE Academic | Duolingo English Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | 6.0 | 80 | 50 | 105 |
PORTFOLIO / AUDITION AND INTERVIEW REQUIREMENTS
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Prepare and go through an audition based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the audition requirements.
Audition
You will need to perform two contrasting speeches from memory. One of the speeches should be from a Shakespearean play and the other from a more contemporary play, in standard modern English. The combined duration of the speeches should be 5 minutes.
In preparing for the auditions, do read the plays from which the speeches are taken beforehand and select speeches that are appropriate for your age and experience. You will be assessed based on your acting, vocal and movement abilities.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding your audition pieces. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you cannot attend the audition and interview at LASALLE, an online audition and interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain 10–15 pieces of original work that demonstrate your creative development and process. It should include:
- Quick observational sketches, life-drawing, still life, storyboards or any works that demonstrate your observation and drawing skills.
- A variety of 2D rendering skills, e.g. painting, photography, digital imaging.
- Additional supporting work such as 3D work (e.g. ceramics, sculptures), or multimedia work (e.g. animation, website design).
Your portfolio should consist of recently completed works. Evidence of animation is not required. Emphasis will be placed on the originality of your work (copied and fan art should be avoided). You are required to submit your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit your Statement of Purpose based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the requirements.
Statement of Purpose
In 300 words, you are required to describe your experience, exposure or involvement in the arts. You may tell us about an art exhibition that you have seen or about your favourite artist or artwork. You may also tell us your objective of applying to the programme, your expectations of the programme and your aspirations after finishing the programme.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your Statement of Purpose. You will be asked to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. You should articulate what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit your Statement of Purpose based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the requirements.
Statement of Purpose
In 500–800 words, describe your experience or involvement in the arts through practice, studies or work in the past two years. Arts experience can include work done with arts organisations or arts events, such as performances, exhibitions, concerts, films or design projects. These can also be projects you were involved in as a student. You are required to submit your Statement of Purpose online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your Statement of Purpose. Be prepared to talk about your related experiences, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain 10–15 pieces of original work that demonstrate your creative development and process. It should include drawings, sketches, creative idea developments and demonstrate relevant 2D work (e.g. posters, editorial, photography, graphic design artwork, advertising concepts, printmaking, digital imaging, web design) and 3D work (e.g. 3D design, 3D paper structures, packaging design). You are required to upload your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain 10–15 pieces of original work that demonstrate your creative development and process. It should include a visual collage using any technique or a combination of techniques which you will use as an inspiration to develop six fashion sketches collection together with fabric swatches and photographs of the materials that you will utilise.
You should also include details of existing fashion projects and photographs of garments that you have, if any. You may also include 2D works (e.g. observational/life drawings, paintings, photography, photographs of styling exercises, digital illustrations, textile manipulations), 3D works (e.g. mock-ups, accessories) or any other fashion-related work. You are required to upload your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain 10–15 pieces of original work that demonstrate your creative development and process. It should include 2D visual work (e.g. drawings, posters, editorial work, photography, artwork, digital image, web design). You may also submit proposals (e.g. marketing or promotional idea for a specific fashion brand) and reviews of recent fashion campaigns or fashion shows to support your interest and flair. You are required to upload your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain 10–15 pieces of original work that demonstrate your creative development and process. It should include:
- Five artworks derived from direct observation, i.e. drawings directly from a real object, environment, or person (not from photograph, a magazine or copied from a reproduction of another artist’s work). Possible examples include still life objects, self-portraits, figure drawings, landscapes and interior/exterior environments.
- A variety of 2D works (e.g. paintings, drawings, prints, photographs and digital imaging), 3D works (e.g. ceramics, sculpture and installation documentation) or new media work (animation, video art in video format or as QuickTime files and web art).
- Images from your sketchbook or visual research journal that allow us to see and experience your mode of creative ideas, whether resolved or unrealised.
The images in your portfolio should be your most recent works and in PDF format. For each image, please include the title, a brief description of the artwork, dimensions, medium and year of production. You are required to upload your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain 10–15 pieces of original work that demonstrate your creative development and process. It should include drawings, sketches, idea developments and demonstrate relevant 2D work (e.g. posters, editorial, photography, graphic design artwork, paintings, printmaking, digital imaging, web design) and 3D work (e.g. 3D design, 3D paper structures, packaging design).You are required to upload your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit an audition recording based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an admissions workshop and interview upon meeting the audition requirements.
Audition recording
You will submit a video recording online with the following:
- A self-introduction
- A self-choreographed solo of any genre. Your solo may be performed in silence or to music, with or without specific costume choices. Choose your music or soundscape carefully to support your choreography (3–5 minutes).
- An explanation of your choreography to contextualise the dance (2–4 minutes).
Admissions workshop and interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an admissions workshop on-site at London Contemporary Dance School, UK or LASALLE, Singapore. The admissions workshop consists of a technique class that incorporates ballet, contemporary and/or street dance followed by an improvisation class.
An interview will be conducted at the end of the admissions workshop. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding your audition piece. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the admissions workshop and interview in person, an online session will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio will need to include a one-page synopsis of a short story that you would like to make for the screen.
In addition, you may include the following original work in your portfolio that demonstrate your creative development and process:
- Samples of film treatments or short film screenplays.
- Moving images such as video clips, music videos, television commercials and corporate videos.
- Short films.
- Moodboards and storyboards.
- Photographs.
- Poems and prose.
You are required to upload your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit an audition recording based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the audition requirements.
Audition recording
You will need to submit a video recording based on the following audition requirements and upload it online. Depending on your choice of the five specialisms we offer, you will need to present the following in your recording:
- Classical Performance
Perform three pieces: a Baroque, Romantic and 20th century work. You are required to pass the music scores to the audition panel. - Composition and Arranging
Perform either three original and contrasting pieces or present them on recordings using your own playback device such as your phone or laptop. You are required to present scores utilising traditional music notation. - Jazz Performance
Perform three pieces: a Blues, Jazz Standard and an original composition complete with an improvised solo over each piece. - Electronic Music
Perform either three original and contrasting pieces or present them on recordings using your own playback device such as your phone or laptop. - Popular Music Performance
Perform three pieces: two contrasting songs from different styles and one original composition.
Note: Pre-requisites for music training
Previous qualifications in music theory or practical exams are preferred but not a requirement for entry into the programme as you will be judged solely on your ability to perform during the audition and/or the quality of your portfolio of compositions.
You are required to upload your recorded audition online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding your audition pieces. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.
Additional requirements
You are required to complete an online music theory and aural test set by the School of Contemporary Music.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Prepare and go through an audition based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the audition requirements.
Audition
You will need to prepare to demonstrate your aptitude for singing, acting and dancing based on the following:
- Singing
You must perform two songs from memory, in English. Each song should be from a musical theatre source in contrasting styles (e.g. one ballad and one uptempo song) which appropriately showcases your range and technique. The combined duration of the songs should not exceed five minutes. (i.e. around 2.5 minutes for each song).
All songs must be performed with live piano accompaniment, no backing tracks are allowed. You may bring your own accompanist or use the accompanist provided. You must bring the music of your songs in the key in which you will perform. Please ensure that the music is either taped to fold out or inserted in a folder.
- Acting
You are required to prepare and present one 2–3 minute dramatic ‘modern’ monologue either from the list provided, or one of your own choosing. You must be able to convey the character and journey in both singing and acting pieces.
Download male monologues
Download female monologues
- Dancing
You are required to work with a choreographer in the studio to perform a short choreography dance piece to demonstrate your ability to pick up dance movements and execute them in succession as a performance. You will be required to perform various dance combinations, inclusive of jumps and leaps that demonstrate your full physical mobility, range of physical movement and overall coordination. You will be assessed based on your ability to show a grounding in techniques, flexibility in taking directions as well as a desire to take risks as a performer. It is advisable that you wear loose fitting clothing that allows you to move easily.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding your audition pieces. Be prepared to talk about your work, what inspires you and your influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you cannot attend the audition and interview at LASALLE, an online audition and interview will be arranged for you.
A two-step process is put in place to determine your suitability for the programme:
- Submit a portfolio based on the requirements outlined below.
- Attend an interview upon meeting the portfolio requirements.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain 10–15 pieces of original work that demonstrate your creative development and process. It should include drawings, sketches, idea developments and demonstrate relevant 2D work (e.g. posters, editorial, photography, graphic design artwork, paintings, printmaking, digital imaging, web design) and 3D work (e.g. 3D design, 3D paper structures, packaging design).You are required to upload your portfolio online.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the interview, you are required to participate in a dialogue regarding the content of your portfolio. Be prepared to talk about your work, inspirations and influences. Tell us what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment in your areas of interest. You should also share how you think the programme will help you in your future career choices.
International applicants
If you are unable to attend the interview at LASALLE, an online interview will be arranged for you.