Bachelor of Computer Generated Imagery

This course is best suited for those who aspire to take charge of the stunning visual effects in films, video games, and advertising.

Course description

The dynamic world of Hollywood, characterized by its thrilling chaos and explosive visuals, alongside the intricate details that animate motion capture characters, offers a pathway for you to establish a career in Animation and Computer Generated Imagery. This program is tailored to equip you with skills that are highly sought after in the job market. You will gain hands-on experience with the same animation and CGI software utilized by industry professionals.

You will have the opportunity to develop your own projects for submission to numerous annual festivals and competitions, or you may contribute to feature films under the mentorship of our experienced instructors.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Here are some potential career pathways:

Game design, animation, digital interaction, film and television, special effects, or technical development.

Entry requirements

University Entrance: Candidates must achieve NCEA Level 3, which entails obtaining 60 credits at Level 3 and an additional 20 credits at Level 2 or higher. This must include: – A minimum of 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved subjects.

Additionally, candidates are required to demonstrate:

– Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above, comprising 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing.

– Numeracy: 10 credits at Level 1 or above, which can be fulfilled through specified achievement standards or unit standards 26623, 26626, and 26627.

Alternatively, candidates may present a qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) at Level 4 or higher in a relevant field, or a qualification or examination deemed equivalent to the achievement of NCEA Level 3, such as the International Baccalaureate or Cambridge Examination.

English language requirements:

IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 5.5 in each band)