南洋藝術學院（NAFA）成立於1938年，是新加坡的先鋒藝術機構。該學院以其嚴謹和高質量的課程，創新和實踐者主導的教學方法，多樣化的藝術創作和社區外展而聞名。
NAFA培養了13位文化獎章的獲獎者 - 新加坡最高榮譽的藝術從業者，他們對藝術和文化產生了重大影響。另有14位校友獲頒青年藝術家獎。許多學院的校友已經在新加坡和國外的專業藝術界留下了自己的印記。
該學院提供三所學校的全日制文憑和學位課程：藝術與設計學院（包括3D設計，設計與媒體，時裝研究和美術課程），音樂學院和藝術管理學院，舞蹈與戲劇學院。文憑課程與英國著名大學合作開設的學位課程一致。
NAFA的課程由經驗豐富的藝術教育工作者和領先的行業從業者設計和提供。學術學校定期審查和完善課程，以反映行業不斷變化的需求。
自1999年以來，NAFA已從新加坡教育部獲得了理工學院的資助。2011年，NAFA成為新加坡第一所獲得私立教育理事會（現稱私立教育委員會）頒發的為期四年的EduTrust證書的綜合性藝術教育機構。它在2019年獲得了第三個四年認證。
作為終身學習的倡導者，NAFA致力於為所有年齡段的人們提供更多的藝術欣賞。NAFA藝術幼兒園（原NAFA藝術幼兒園）是新加坡第一所以藝術為主題的幼兒園。青年才俊學院為4至18歲的青少年提供藝術，舞蹈，戲劇和音樂的周末課程。對於成年人來說，終身教育中心提供豐富課程和兼職證書課程。
憑藉豐富的傳統，良好的記錄和對最高標準的藝術教育的堅定奉獻，NAFA努力實現「通過藝術激發學習和成長」的使命。
Established in 1938, the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) is Singapore’s pioneer arts institution. The academy is known for its rigorous and high-quality curriculum, innovative and practitioners-led teaching approach, diverse artistic creations and community outreach.
NAFA has nurtured 13 recipients of the Cultural Medallion - Singapore’s highest accolade bestowed on art practitioners who have significantly impacted arts and culture. Another 14 alumni have been presented the Young Artist Award. Many of the academy’s alumni have gone on to make their mark in the professional arts scene in Singapore and abroad.
The academy offers full-time diploma and degree programmes across three schools: the School of Art and Design comprising 3D Design, Design & Media, Fashion Studies and Fine Art programmes, the School of Music and the School of Arts Management, Dance and Theatre. Diploma courses are aligned with the degree courses offered in partnership with reputable universities in the United Kingdom.
NAFA’s courses are designed and delivered by experienced art educators and leading industry practitioners. The academic schools regularly review and refine their curriculum to reflect the changing needs of the industry.
Since 1999, NAFA has received polytechnic-level funding from Singapore’s Ministry of Education. In 2011, NAFA became the first comprehensive arts education institution in Singapore to be awarded the four-year EduTrust certificate from the Council for Private Education (now known as Committee for Private Education). It received its third four-year certification in 2019.
As an advocate of lifelong learning, NAFA dedicates its effort to developing a greater appreciation of the arts for all ages. The NAFA Arts Preschool (formerly NAFA Arts Kindergarten), is the first arts-themed preschool in Singapore. The School of Young Talents offers weekend courses in art, dance, drama and music to 4- to 18-year-olds. For adults, the Centre for Lifelong Education offers enrichment courses and part-time certificate programmes.
With a rich heritage, established track record and an unwavering dedication to the highest standards of arts education, NAFA strives to live up to its mission of 「inspiring learning and growth through the arts」.
The School of Art & Design (SOAD) offers multidisciplinary learning through its four programmes: 3D Design, Design & Media, Fashion Studies and Fine Art. SOAD takes the lead in contributing to the contemporary arts and design education with the focus on creative expression, technical competencies, integrative practices and critical thinking.
藝術與設計學院（SOAD）通過其四個課程提供多學科學習：3D設計，設計與媒體，時裝研究和美術。SOAD率先為當代藝術和設計教育做出貢獻，重點關注創造性表達，技術能力，綜合實踐和批判性思維。
The School of Arts Management, Dance & Theatre brings together the faculty and physical resources of the Arts Management, Dance and Theatre programmes to provide a unique partnership across the areas of Performance, Production and Management.
藝術管理，舞蹈和戲劇學院彙集了藝術管理，舞蹈和戲劇課程的教師和物質資源，在表演，製作和管理領域提供獨特的合作關係。
Music constantly invites us to discover a world beyond ourselves. Wherever you take your aspirations (as a performer, teacher or in pursuit of further studies), we are here to help you take the next step.
音樂不斷邀請我們發現超越自我的世界。無論您採取何種願望（作為表演者，教師或繼續深造），我們都將幫助您邁出下一步。
「Our uniquely designed curriculum complements the mainstream education in Singapore. It helps students lay a solid foundation in the arts and at the same time develop their potentials to the fullest. At School of Young Talents, we nurture the next generation of artists who are well prepared to take on the various challenges in the future.」
「我們獨特的設計課程是對新加坡主流教育的補充。 它幫助學生在藝術方面奠定堅實的基礎，同時充分發揮他們的潛力。 在青年才俊學院，我們培養下一代藝術家，他們已準備好迎接未來的各種挑戰。「
Dedicated to providing a spectrum of quality courses in art and design, NAFA established the Centre for Lifelong Education in November 2005 to provide opportunities for enthusiasts who are keen to further their interests in the arts. It is our belief that learning should be a fun and lifelong process. Most of our part-time students are working professionals and hobbyists.
NAFA致力於提供一系列優質的藝術和設計課程，於2005年11月建立了終身教育中心，為熱衷於進一步發展藝術興趣的愛好者提供機會。我們相信學習應該是一個有趣和終身的過程。我們的大多數兼職學生都是專業人士和業餘愛好者。
