Nanyang Polytechnic (SBM)

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Are you ready for an exciting change?


So today I made my way to down to NYP and some of the lecturers brought me on a "school tour" to take a look at some of the courses I am interested in! 

We visited the School of Business Management (SBM) to see the Mass Media Management areas as well as toured the School of Interactive & Digital Media (SIDM).


Now I'm gonna share with you all a bit of my experience :)
That's me looking through some magazines designed by the students from scratch, while the lecturer briefed me on the course patiently. Hee hee.



So basically, these were magazines made by the students from SBM and that really interests me because I told them that I was looking for a course that involves journalism.

 Looks like some pretty legit magazine you see in stores right?!



Besides, they get to do the photography and design on their own, which I am keen on too.


So what these students do is that they actually collaborate with people and various brands to fill up this lifestyle mag.


And it's amazing how they did everything themselves from scratch. 


Next, we moved on to the studio where the media students usually do their film production.


Right, this isn't really my kinda thing but I did enjoy the process of learning how all our videos are usually made behind the scenes. Definitely not easy?!


Me acting like I know how to film... lol

Me being broadcasted on the screen hahahaha. Cool or what.


So the lecturer was teaching me how the different machines serve different purposes and that the students have to follow the procedures given otherwise everything won't work out!

One mistake and you're doomed. lol 


Apparently, not only do they do their videos indoors, they do some of them outdoors as well, which I was happy to know about, because what's more boring than having all your lessons conducted indoors?! 


I also participated in an impromptu video filming session...


This is where the students brought me around to chill and take a look at a few of the many school facilities.

Outdoor rock climbing wall 

The indoor rock wall!

The huge swimming pool

Shahril at the library cafe. He really loves NYP btw..

The school gardens and koi ponds


What's better than a school with McD.... Hahahaha fatz.


To give you guys a rough idea,
at NYP, the stuff you learn is directly related to your desired profession. As in, the school links you to the real world by giving you the opportunity to work with industry professionals. I heard some of the media students even got to shoot at F1!

Also SBM offers overseas student exchange programmes where you can spend one whole semester overseas..apparently you can choose from 27 universities in 13 countries...

They also offer internships abroad and locally. There's this 21-week internship programme where you can choose to work in media companies like MediaCorp, Singapore Press Holdings and Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific to gain valuable working experience. 

I definitely would like to try studying or working abroad. Just look at all the countries they have on their list: Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Canada, USA, China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. 

All students will also be able to study foreign languages such as German, French, Japanese and Vietnamese. Cool huh?

It's easy to see why some students choose this course!

SBM offers 9 full-time diplomas in:

Of course, I'm not 101% certain that NYP will be my choice, but it has definitely become one of my choices now because it offers what I'm looking for. If you, like me, are interested in Mass Media Management, then you would be glad to know that the career options include the following:

Producer/Assistant Producer 
Script/Research Writer 
Journalist / Reporter 
Production Executive 
TV Programming Executive 
Public Relations Executive 
Advertising Account Executive 
Media Marketing Executive 
Digital Media Producer 
Media Buyer 

I like how the students were really bonded and how many are given the opportunity to showcase their talents. You know how some schools are pretty bias to the smart students only?

I'm pretty happy to know how they cater to the needs of the students.

I guess the main point is that I really like this course hehe.

Do check out this video for more info!


& read my next entry on my review for SIDM too. :)

'Like' NYP's facebook page here or read more articles to Discover why NYP is awesome! You can also join me at NYP Open House on 5th, 7th, or 8th Jan, from 11am-6pm daily.

Recollections. (Moving on.)

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I once felt like I've lost myself. Someone posted a question to me a few weeks back, "Can you remember when's the last time you were being your true self, and was genuinely happy?" I replied, "Not that I remember of."

Call me fake, and sometimes I agree too, bcos I feel like I've been hiding who I really am for quite some time. Folded under pressure, I'm so afraid of everyone's opinion towards me being myself.

It's really easy to lose yourself especially when everyone has something to say about everything you do.

I can't resist this crazy urge I'm having right now, to write about my recollections this year.

I don't know what's with all these sudden, overwhelming flashbacks that are keeping me wide awake at such hour but for one thing I know, I have to get this out of my chest.

This is prolly gonna bore a lot of you out, but I just thought there may be that minority who would be keen in reading this... Whatever it is, someday this post will be able to bring me the nostalgia when I chance upon this again.

Looking back, I haven't really been well liked by my peers since I was in Primary school. Particularly the girls. I have no idea why, but there's always this weird tension with almost every girl I met.

Somehow, this is the reason why besides finding it hard to find a good boyfriend, I've always found it extra tough to find a best friend.

Well, as I grew older I started to realize that it didn't really matter after all. Expectations will always lead to disappointments and I've learned that through the toughest way.

This year was a total breakthrough. I know I've mentioned this a million times, but I'm also aware I've never really went in depth about what I meant as well...

You know how much I detested school? I really did. For a period of time. I felt like besides dreading to do my work, one of the shittiest thing I had to put up with is "faking it."

What do I mean by faking it? Pretending to be fine. I bet most of you felt this before. It feels like you're suffocating from the lies that you tell yourself. That everything will be fine, that things will be better. It's hard to keep up with this masquerade.

I always feel that I'm really unlikeable. I won't deny I'm a very sensitive person and sometimes I get paranoid if everyone secretly hates me.

I don't know why are some people called friends when whenever something screws up, they start to take sides immediately without even knowing what's the truth behind everything.

Well personally when I encounter such situations, my first approach will be to try my best to salvage every friendship I could. Not bcos I need those friends, but bcos I want them. I still want them in my life. But after all these failed attempts I guess I lost it.

Why should I bother explaining if their motive wasn't even to hear me out, if all they wanted was to shut me out?

I'm very easily misunderstood for the things I say or do, prolly bcos I'm not that good at expressing myself, somehow my good intentions always turn bad. 

Everyone assumes I lead a perf life...

Besides being in a pretty well-to-do family, I've the best parents in the world who dotes me and showers me with a whole heap of love... 

But does that concludes the end of my life? Apparently no.

I've other things to deal with like any ordinary teen. Breakups, betrayals, insecurities, drama and more drama.

But I felt like I've changed. Even if it isn't significant enough for the majority of you to see it, I can feel it myself.

And it's a good change. I've learned how to let go of a lot of things I didn't want to.

You know, when you've something you're fearful of, you either use it to strengthen yourself or use it against yourself. Unfortunately, I wasn't that good at self control.

I used to fear a lot of things, I refused to step out of my comfort zone to make a change to my life. But it's only when I started to embrace my fears, I begin to counter all these problems.

This year, no doubt... It's a really hectic year for me. In fact, there wasn't a day that I remembered of, from the age of 13 until today, I could proudly say that life's good.

I enjoyed it though. I enjoyed all the experiences I've gained which built me into who I am today. Life is full of ups and downs isn't it? What's the thrill if you're gonna be happy everyday?

Moreover, I guess YOU are the only one who can determine how you want your day to be.

 I was devastated, I was mad, I felt hurt, I felt like having to live another day would be such a pain in the ass.

But guess what? I'm so over it. I'm moving on. I've lost a bunch of friends, but I'm not gonna continue brooding over them anymore.

I still think about them, but I guess I'll never want someone who walked out on me at my lowest, back in my life again.

And you should too.

Despite everything, I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all those who stood by me until today. I love you all :) Especially my friends.

Some pictures from the start of this year until now. I'll be flying off soon, so I'm wishing you guys a happy 2013 in advance!






























































When you hit rock bottom, some people leave, some people choose to stay and fight it through it all with you.

Sometimes, who you love and care for most, might not be the one who loves and cares for you most.

You may have lost someone, but instead of wasting your time thinking about yesterday, why not channel the energy into making tomorrow a better day?

Till next year peeps! xoxo

P/s - My motto: Do what makes you happy and make sure you don't live with regrets.

SMASH DOWN @ *SCAPE

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This Countdown party is aimed to celebrate outstanding local youth talents and SCAPE is specially transforming into a party ground for this event. Plus, it's not 1 but 2 party areas with 2 different themes!!!

2 arenas will be hosted in one party this season – a HOT Playhouse and an ICE Playground, so put on your party wear and count down with us!


Singapore’s Godfather of Hip Hop, Sheikh Haikel, and Singapore’s most talented duo, DJ S.O.F along with his brother MC DEWDROPZZ. Having recently opened for top LA DJ Dillon Francis, DJ S.O.F is bringing his finest mix of TOP 40s and EDM. 

You wouldn’t want to miss grooving to a different type of love on the last day of 2012! ;)

 

The bad boys of Singapore’s music scene, Stellastory is expected to heat up the stage with their brand of pop rock. Hot bands Cashew Chemists and The Summer State will be playing originals like Psycho Dime, Hush We Are Taking Over and Common Equation. Whoever said local music is dead?


Join the cast from the crazy kick-ass film, Ah Boys To Men and be tickled by the antics these boys bring on stage. Kimberly Chia, known for her work in Fighting Spiders and Invisible Children, will be adding a touch of glam as she counts down to 2013 with the crowd. 

Not feeling the thrill and excitement yet?!

The Ice Playground will allow you to experience an icy cold party at *SCAPE Warehouse, transformed into an ICE Playground!

Mine Tunnel
Walk through a dark mine tunnel before you are greeted by the icy cold and brightly lit ice play area. 

Ice Slide
Relive some lovely memories from your childhood with a twist on this ice slide in the heart of town.

Ice Sculptures
Capture photos of art-inspired sculptures to remember your special countdown at *SCAPE!

Pen Your Wishes
Leave a mark as you welcome the new year! Pen your new year resolutions and wishes using fluorescent markers. 




Former Helipad resident DJ, DJ Ohan together with his infamous partner in crime, DJ S.O.F, are guaranteed to make you break a sweat in the ICE Playground. Come dressed in your shuffling gear as you ignite the dance floor with your electric moves. 

Admission details:
Early Bird Special (now till 30-12-12, limited quantities)
$20 (HOT Playhouse & ICE Playground)
$5 (HOT Playhouse Only)
At Door (31-12-12)
$25 (HOT Playhouse & ICE Playground)
$5 (HOT Playhouse Only)

This event aims to establish opportunities for youths to develop their skills, abilities and interests. In addition, *SCAPE wants to celebrate distinguished talents that has performed well this year. SMASH DOWN is a good opportunity to provide a platform for local youth talents to showcase their performances.

Get your tixs at *SCAPE customer service counter lvl 2! :)

So mark your calendars and join *SCAPE for the largest youth party of the year, SMASH DOWN – The Ultimate Countdown Party. Join us and rock the house this new year, with local youth talents, from 8pm till 3am!