Graduates can use industry standard animation software to create an animated film project. They can apply knowledge and skills associated with character animation and, depending on elective choices made, motion graphics and compositing, animation and interaction and audio techniques. This programme leads graduates to further study or employment in the screen arts sector.

Applications are open to Bachelor degree graduates who can demonstrate equivalent, relevant, practical professional or educational experience in a related discipline. Special Admission Notwithstanding the above admission criteria, provided the applicant has successfully completed an approved course or programme, or has relevant industry experience, which is deemed to meet the required standard for entry, the applicant may be admitted to the programme. Provisional Part-time Admission An applicant, who does not meet academic criteria, may be provisionally admitted to enrol in one or more papers. Upon successful completion of the paper(s), the student may apply for special admission or admission by mature entry. Additional Criteria In addition, the following requirements also apply to applicants in all admission categories: Applicants for the Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts (3D Animation) are required to submit a portfolio of their work with their application and may be asked for a written submission also. Applicants are required to have a high competence in spoken and written English, 18 credits or more at Level 2 in NCEA literacy or an equivalent or more advanced English qualification. Portfolio Requirements Applicants are required to submit a portfolio of their work with their application, as follows: Portfolio One: examples of free-hand drawing (x10) Portfolio Two: a digital portfolio/showreel showcasing digital storytelling skills. Statement: typed, double spaced statement X two A4 pages (outlining your interests and goals within the programme e.g. why are you choosing animation as a career). Prior Learning: This course is designed for applicants who have already worked in the industry and need to hone their skills, or already have a degree in a related field (fine arts, graphic design, film, 2D animation, gaming etc). Curriculum Vitae References: two specific references/testimonials from previous employers/lecturers who know you well and are able to recommend you for graduate study. Please include contact details. Interview: a time will be arranged for you to meet with the programme manager or appropriate staff member following the assessment of your application. Established Skills, Motivation & Passion: We are looking for a high level of skill, competency and motivation. Applicants must be proficient at self-driven research and analysis. This is a very intensive year suited to those who are committed to excelling in this exciting industry. Links to online portfolios and showreel accepted. Language Requirements IELTS test - Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 TOEFL Paper based test (pBT) – Score of 550 (with an essay score 5 TWE) TOEFL Internet- based test (iBT) – Score of 60 (with a writing score of 20) University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations – FCE, or FCE for schools, or CAE, or CPE with a score of 169. No less than 162 in each skill. OET at Grade C in all sub-tests NZCEL – Level 4 with the Academic endorsement Pearson Test of English (Academic) – PToE (Academic score of 50) City and Guilds IESOL – B2 Communicator with a score of 66