Diploma Early Admissions Exercise (EAE) August 2026 intake

The Diploma EAE application window for the August 2026 intake is from 16 June to 30 June 2025. Please check your application eligibility and apply online HERE for free.

💡 Want to learn more before applying?
Join us for our Diploma EAE Virtual Info Day on 16 June 2025!
Explore our programmes, meet our friendly lecturers, and get all your questions answered.

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Programme highlights

NAFA offers a diverse selection of Diploma programmes in the visual arts, design, media, and performing arts, tailored to meet the evolving demands of the creative industries in Singapore and beyond. With a strong emphasis on artistic excellence and industry relevance, our curriculum blends technical mastery with conceptual development, encouraging students to explore, innovate, and refine their creative voice.

Discover how the NAFA Diploma empowers you to unlock your creative potential and build a strong foundation for diploma-level studies. Hear more from our faculty to find out more our programmes!

EAE Virtual Info Day Webinar Recordings
School of 3D Design
School of Design & Media
School of Fashion Studies
School of Fine Art
School of Arts Management
School of Theatre
School of Dance
School of Music

NAFA was the bold choice I needed to pivot into design. It gave me more than just fundamentals — dedicated educators who shaped my craft, a community that pushed me forward, and the creative freedom to truly own my work. From critiques to real-world projects, every step helped turn passion into practice. If you’re looking for a place to grow and challenge yourself, start here!

Monica Tan Mei Yee
School of Design & Media Graduate
Best Graduate Award 2024

The EAE is open to graduating GCE O-Level students, final-year Nitec and Higher Nitec students from the Institute of Technical Education and graduating Integrated Programme (IP)/International Baccaularette (IB) Year 4 students.

Applicants applying via Diploma EAE will go through the following process and timeline:

Process	Period
Application	16 June to 30 June 2025
Portfolio Submission (for School of 3D Design, Design & Media, Fashion Studies, Fine Art)	By 14 July 2025
Personal Statement Submission. Submission of a Testimonial is optional (for School of Arts Management)	By 14 July 2025
Audition (for School of Music, Dance, Theatre)	14 to 18 July 2025
Offer & Acceptance	31 July to 14 August 2025

Applicants to:

Apply online here from 16 June to 30 June 2025 for free. Submit the required documents for verification within 5 working days from the application date or by 7 July 2025, whichever is earlier.

Submit Portfolio for programmes under the Faculty of Art & Design by 14 July 2025 online here (3D Design/Design & Media/ Fashion Studies/Fine Art). There is no Admission Test for EAE.

Submit Personal Statement for Diploma in Arts Management by 14 July 2025 online here. Submission of a Testimonial is optional.

Attend Audition for programmes under the Faculty of Performing Arts (Dance/Music/Theatre). Audition dates are from 14 to 18 July 2025. More information on the audition will be sent to you via email a week before the audition date.

Offer and Acceptance

Applicants will receive notification of the application outcome via email from 31 July to 14 August 2025. Successful applicants should confirm acceptance of their offers by the deadline stipulated
Applicants who accept their offers at this stage will be guaranteed a place, as long as they meet the criteria stated under Entry Requirement for each programme

Withdrawal

Should applicants wish to withdraw their acceptance, they must submit their withdrawal notice to [email protected]
Applicants who had accepted their EAE offer but fail to make the required payment by the stipulated deadline will have their offers withdrawn
Applicants who fail to meet the admission criteria will have their offers withdrawn