Programme details

Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts (3D Animation)

Enroll in the Graduate Diploma in Screen Art (3D Animation) and join a dynamic team dedicated to crafting and producing immersive animated storytelling experiences.

Course description

It’s is a comprehensive one-year program designed for individuals with a degree in a related area or relevant industry experience. This qualification enables learners to channel their creativity through the latest techniques and technologies available in the field. From the first day, students will participate in collaborative projects, fostering teamwork and developing critical creative problem-solving abilities essential for the screen and animation industries. The program focuses on practical skills in 3D art and animation production, allowing students to craft engaging storytelling experiences for targeted audiences. Participants will engage in both solo and collaborative endeavors, providing them with a broad spectrum of skills and experiences that will prepare them for a successful career in the Animation Industry.

As technology evolves rapidly, the skills acquired in critical thinking, research, development, leadership, and storytelling are universally transferable, offering students a solid foundation that will remain relevant despite technological changes. The curriculum includes training in industry-standard software such as Maya, Zbrush, Houdini, Marvelous Designer, Substance, and the Adobe suite, among others.

Immigration benefits

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

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

Career Prospects

The opportunities available to graduates will largely depend on their level of engagement and focus as learners. These opportunities may encompass a variety of creative positions within the 3D animation, Visual Effects, and Game Design sectors. Potential roles include Art Director, 3D Generalist, 3D Modeller, 3D Animator, Surface Artist, Compositor, Technical Artist, Visual Effects Artist, among others.

Entry requirements

Applications are open to Bachelor degree graduates who can demonstrate equivalent, relevant, practical professional or educational experience in a related discipline. 

Non-native English speakers must provide proof of proficiency through one of the following:

IELTS Test – Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5
Pearson Test of English – PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42

Credits
3

Duration
1 year

Intakes

Feb

International fees
About $27,000

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