Figurine & Product Design Diploma at 3dsense Media School

Turn an original idea into a finished collectible, prototype or functional product. The Figurine & Product Design Diploma at 3dsense Media School is a hands-on 12-month program combining digital sculpting, CAD, 3D printing, mould making, casting and professional presentation.

Choose between Figurine Design and Product Design while learning the full journey from concept to physical production. Students graduate with finished work that demonstrates both creative vision and practical making skills.

Why choose this diploma?

• Complete an intensive one-year, full-time diploma in central Singapore.
• Choose a focused pathway in Figurine Design or Product Design.
• Train in ZBrush, Rhino, Fusion 360, 3D printing and hands-on fabrication.
• Learn digital prototyping, silicone mould making, resin casting, painting and finishing.
• Develop a body of tangible, professionally presented work.
• Access an eligible pathway to related University of Hertfordshire bachelor’s degrees.

Program at a glance

• Qualification: Diploma in Figurine & Product Design
• Duration: 12 months across three terms
• Study mode: Full-time, on campus
• Teaching language: English
• Location: The Central @ Clarke Quay, Singapore
• Minimum age: Above 16
• Specialisations: Figurine Design or Product Design

What you will study

Term 1: Design and making foundations

Explore anatomy, concept design, engineering fundamentals, Fusion 360, 3D printing, casting and moulding, and painting with airbrush techniques. Students learn how research, form, function, materials and presentation guide a successful design.

Term 2: Specialised development

All students advance through ZBrush, 3D printing, casting and moulding, and form-and-function studies. Figurine designers develop high-fidelity digital sculpture and production anatomy; product designers use Fusion 360 and engineering methods to build practical prototypes. Both pathways move from digital form to SLA printing, silicone moulds and resin casting.

Term 3: Advanced projects

Refine prototypes through material testing, problem-solving and professional finishing. Students complete a final project and advance through lighting and rendering, painting and airbrush work, toy design or product design according to their focus.

From digital design to physical production

The curriculum connects software and workshop practice. Students learn how to research an idea, shape it digitally, prepare it for production, test materials, manufacture a prototype, apply post-processing and present the finished result.

Career and creative directions

• Product Designer
• Industrial Designer
• Figurine Artist
• Toy Designer
• Fusion Artist
• 3D Modeler for Print
• Prototype Artist
• Independent Maker or Collectibles Creator

Graduates may pursue professional roles, freelance commissions, independent product lines or advanced personal craft. Outcomes depend on portfolio quality, technical execution, work eligibility, market conditions and employer or client requirements.

University progression

Eligible graduates may be considered for direct entry into Year 2 of related University of Hertfordshire bachelor’s programs, including Character and Creative Effects and Model Design and Special Effects. Selected students who complete the additional six-month Specialist Diploma may qualify for Year 3 entry.

Progression is subject to academic results, portfolio review, English-language requirements, course compatibility and university approval.

Entry requirements

• Applicants must be above 16.
• Completion of GCE O Levels or an equivalent high-school qualification with at least three passes, including English.
• A creative portfolio must be submitted.
• Applicants must pass the admissions interview.

A portfolio can include drawing, craft, sculpture, product concepts, CAD work or other evidence of creativity. Asia Pathway can help applicants present their ideas and practical interests clearly.

Tuition and application costs

• Indicative tuition: approximately USD 11,520 per term across three terms.
• Official international course fee: SGD 44,258.20.
• Application fee: SGD 327, charged separately.

The USD figure is an approximate planning conversion and may change with exchange rates. The official school invoice and Student Contract in Singapore dollars provide the binding fee and payment schedule. Contact Asia Pathway for the latest conversion and payment information.

Study and create in Singapore

Students learn at The Central @ Clarke Quay with access to digital tools and practical prototyping resources. Singapore offers a multicultural setting for students interested in design, technology, manufacturing and the creative industries.

Apply with Asia Pathway

Asia Pathway can help you compare the Figurine and Product Design pathways, review your portfolio and academic eligibility, prepare application documents, understand Student’s Pass requirements, and confirm current fees and intake availability.

Contact Asia Pathway for a personalised portfolio review and application plan.