Clare Ang’s EAE journey into Game Design 👾
“I want to create educational games that make learning more fun and engaging,” says Clare Ang, a Year 2 Diploma in Design student majoring in Games & Gamification. “For students who struggle to understand certain concepts in class, turning learning into a game could help them learn better.” 🎮✨
The RP’s School of Technology for Arts, Media and Design student discovered this during her time at the School of Science and Technology, Singapore (SST), where she tutored classmates in Mathematics and Chemistry. Through the experience, she realised that everyone learns differently, and found ways to explain concepts that better connected with her peers. 🤝
Her love for art led her to take Design Studies at SST, where she explored visual communication, interior design, and architecture- and discovered a passion for coding. Her time in the Robotics Club deepened her interest in programming. She found joy in being able to “make things come to life through code”. 💡
Clare also represented her school at the World Robotics Olympiad Future Innovators competition alongside two teammates, where they won the championship. 🥇
Although she initially wanted to become a Mathematics tutor, Clare eventually realised she could combine her passions for art, coding and teaching to create educational games. This inspired her to apply for RP's Diploma in Design through the Early Admissions Exercise (EAE).
“The modules focus more on the ideas behind games, which is exactly what I was most keen to learn,” shares the articulate self-starter. “I'm also really happy to be studying alongside my best friend, Yoon, and we hope to start our own game studio in Singapore one day!” 🫶
📅 EAE Application Periods:
• 11 – 17 June: ITE students
• 25 June – 1 July: O-Level students
Learn how RP helps you match your passion with purpose: www.rp.edu.sg/eae
Clare’s path to game design is a great example of how following your passions can lead to unique opportunities. Many students might hesitate when trying to combine diverse interests like art and programming, but Clare’s story shows it’s possible to forge a career that blends both. What struck me was her emphasis on creative thinking and ideation behind games rather than just technical skills — a perspective that encourages innovation. For those considering the Early Admissions Exercise (EAE) like Clare, planning and clarity are key. From what Clare shared, structuring your portfolio and write-up around the diploma’s key themes can really help during application and interviews. Practicing answers, including relevant projects, and preparing thoughtful questions can boost your confidence. Clare’s advice to maintain a good schedule and avoid rushing work resonates deeply — quality over speed matters. Her win at the World Robotics Olympiad alongside teammates also underscores how teamwork and competitive experiences strengthen skills and open doors. It’s inspiring to see how extracurricular engagements can complement academics smoothly. Lastly, Clare’s dream of starting a game studio with her best friend Yoon reflects how early collaboration and shared vision can spark future ventures. For aspiring game designers or creatives, forming supportive networks and continuously learning through projects are invaluable steps. Overall, Clare’s journey highlights the power of blending different skill sets and passion-driven learning to shape a meaningful career in game design and education.
