New Zealand Diploma in Animation

Develop the future, including your own, by leveraging the essential skills and techniques acquired in the Level 5 program.

Course description

You will have the chance to delve deeper into a subject of your interest through additional project work. In your second semester, select one of two specialized areas of animation. Many students opt to present their projects at various film festivals hosted throughout the country, either as individuals or as part of a team. This program can be pursued independently, or you may choose to transition into the final year of the Bachelor of CGI.

Immigration benefits

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

Career Prospects

Here are some of the key career opportunities:

Junior Animator
Storyboard Artist
3D Modeler
Production Assistant in Animation Studios
Freelance Animator/Illustrator

Entry requirements

New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 5). Or, applicants who are unable to evidence that they meet Academic entry requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, may be approved for alternative entry by the Curriculum Manager (or delegate)

English language requirements:

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