LASALLE’s Continuing Education Programme offers arts and design courses for lifelong learners and professionals at every stage of life.

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Update on the National Silver Academy Subsidy

The National Silver Academy (NSA) subsidy will end on 31 March 2027. Enrol in eligible courses before 31 March 2027 to enjoy 50% off your course fees.

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Writing 101: Basics of Writing

10 Oct–28 Nov 2026
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A History of Singapore Art

19 & 21 Nov 2026
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Upcoming courses

Short Courses
Colour Grading in DaVinci Resolve
12 Oct–7 Dec 2026

Learn to colour grade in this Colour Grading in DaVinci Resolve course, using the industry’s standard software for high-end post production. This comprehensive course is led by Mark Song (Colorist Society International), a senior colourist and finishing artist who has been grading professionally for more than 10 years. His work includes award-winning films from the Cannes Film Festival’s Official Selection and Camera d’Or. As a Blackmagic Design-certified trainer in DaVinci Resolve, Mark will facilitate a curriculum that will prepare you for the optional Blackmagic Design certification exam by the end of the course. From basic colour theory to exploring advanced …

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[online] Creative Writing: Screenwriting
17 Oct–5 Dec 2026

An introductory writing workshop for people interested in, but new to, writing for film and television. Many are more familiar with cinematic or televisual stories than any other art, yet too few try to tell stories in these pervasive media. The prerequisite for Level II is the completion of the previous level or prior experience. Applicants who wish to join Level II and have prior experience in screenwriting are required to submit writing portfolio for trainer’s review. Applicants with no prior experience are encouraged to start from Level I. Creative Writing: Screenwriting II If you wish to be notified of …

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Fundamentals in Jewellery Design
22 Oct–10 Dec 2026

The Fundamentals of Jewellery Design course introduces students to the creative and conceptual processes of jewellery design. Through structured exercises, research and the exploration of materials and techniques, students will develop an understanding of how inspiration is transformed into viable jewellery concepts. Students will apply fundamental design principles while considering material constraints, functionality, and industry practices. Students will end the course having enhanced their ability to generate and develop original jewellery design ideas that subsequently can be brought to life through craftsmanship or production. This course is suitable for individuals looking to deepen their creative design approach, regardless of prior …

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[online] Writing: Writing Books for Young Children
22 Oct–3 Dec 2026

Fans of children’s literature—learn how to transpose your love of the imaginative world of little ones’ books into actual writing. Children’s literature opens up and taps into a variety of key skills in creative writing, such as visual literacy, characterisation, storytelling, poetry and voice. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

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Fashion Design: Implementation of Design Through Pattern Drafting
24 Oct 2026–9 Jan 2027

Fashion evolves, but the principles of pattern-making and cutting generally remain essentially unchanged. Join us and learn the craft of making a paper plan or template for a garment. This course helps to strengthen your foundation in self-drafted patterns from individual measurements that can be applied to varying fashion styles. The course does not involve sewing. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

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Acting
27 Oct–19 Nov 2026

Develop your voice, body and imagination as a performer through practical exercises. You will practise acting techniques, respond to scripts and develop collaborative performance skills as you work on a variety of scenes. This course will help you to recognise and free up habitual patterns that impede flexibility and expression. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

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[online] Creative Writing: How to Write your First Novel
27 Oct–15 Dec 2026

Have you always wanted to write a novel but not sure how to begin? This eight-session online course is designed to guide aspiring writers through the essential first steps of crafting their first novel. In a structured and supportive virtual environment, you will explore the fundamentals of storytelling, including story structure, pacing, narrative voice and character development. Through guided writing exercises and discussions, you will learn how to develop a compelling premise, shape engaging protagonists and build dramatic tension that sustains a reader’s interest. By the end of the course, you will have developed a clear outline for your novel, …

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Watercolour Painting: Plants and Floral
28 Oct–16 Dec 2026

This beginners course is designed to encourage the discovery of plants and floral as a subject matter. You will learn how to paint them beautifully and loosely with the magical medium of watercolour. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

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Perspective Drawing: An Introduction
28 Oct–16 Dec 2026

Perspective drawing is the foundation of a realistic depiction of the world. It helps to create an illusion of depth and serves as a basis for accurate drawing and painting. Learn the fundamental skill of one-point perspective and two-point perspective drawing. Start from basic shapes to eventually drawing your favourite street scenes with shophouses and modern buildings. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

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Gouache Painting: An Introduction
31 Oct 2026–9 Jan 2027

Welcome to the world of gouache painting! With its unique characteristics, learn to create artistic artworks inspired by applying various painting techniques and art styles with multiple themes. Lessons include colour theory, composition techniques and idea development. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

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Ballet for Adults I & II
31 Oct–12 Dec 2026

Ballet for Adults I (Beginners) Go beyond the mere execution of steps and discover the understanding of ballet, its history and development of certain movements and traditions. Learn the basic principles of ballet, with an emphasis on safety and understanding of alignment and the biomechanics involved in executing particular ballet movements. Ballet for Adults II (Intermediate) This course builds upon the Ballet for Adults I (Beginners) course. A wider vocabulary of barre work, and centre work will be introduced. Participants are expected to have some level of understanding of safe turnout and foot control. The emphasis on safety and understanding …

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Expressive Digital Painting with Procreate
31 Oct–5 Dec 2026

Go beyond painting what you see and inject your personality into creative and expressive digital paintings. This course will begin by covering essential digital painting skills and concepts, then lets you play, explore and practise to create pieces with a deeper connection to your own perspectives. You will learn how to use colour, brushwork and composition to convey mood and atmosphere. This course is perfect for aspiring digital artists who want to discover what lies beyond realism and expand their artistic voice and is recommended for those who have a foundational level of experience with the iPad app Procreate. Ideally …

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LASALLE College of the Arts is Asia’s leading contemporary arts and design institution. Founded in 1984, we nurture forward-looking creative leaders through an interdisciplinary and practice-based approach, led by award-winning artists, designers and educators in the heart of Singapore.

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