You will investigate creative design principles, narrative strategies, conceptual design, and animation sequences for advanced 2D projects. This program provides numerous opportunities to practice your 2D animation skills through project work, facilitating the creation of high-quality pieces for your showreel. You will learn to assess and analyze your own work, enabling you to continually enhance your 2D animations. Additionally, we offer training on how to pitch your story and character ideas in a professional context. Graduates of this diploma are adept at working productively, cultivating strong leadership abilities, and possess the confidence and competence to operate independently as freelancers or collaboratively within a studio environment.
Programme details
New Zealand Diploma in Animation
This course explores creative and conceptual design, offering detailed experience in the production pipeline for 2D puppet characters and storytelling. You'll also create an engaging showreel to improve your chances of freelance work or studio roles.
This course qualifies for points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.
This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
After studying for a New Zealand Diploma in Animation, candidates can pursue several exciting career opportunities in the animation and creative industries. The learnings provide opportunities to work in various sectors, including film, television, video games, advertising, and digital content creation.
Candidates are required to have successfully obtained the New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 5) or an equivalent qualification. Additionally, they must provide a portfolio showcasing relevant work. An interview with an appropriate staff member is also a prerequisite for applicants.
For international candidates, it is essential to be at least 18 years of age, possess the New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 5), and demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0, with no individual band score falling below 5.5, achieved within the last two years.
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