Study at Unitec and you will be participating first hand in producing a wide range of projects for theatre, dance and film. Learn about the creative process of production, design, and management of screen and theatre productions, as well as gaining practical experience in relevant technology. In your first two years you will gain industry-standard experience and the technical skills needed for a foundational understanding of all areas of production. In your third year you will focus on design (production, clothing, lighting, set or sound) and management (production, technical or costume), depending on your chosen specialisation. At Unitec you will become a creative practitioner who understand the professional requirements of your chosen field and can pursue careers in the film, TV and theatre industries.

For this programme, you will need the following: 1. 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including: 14 credits in two different approved subjects; and 14 credits from up to two subjects (approved or non-approved) 2. 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (4 in reading, 4 in writing) 3. 14 credits in NCEA Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau 4. Interviews, submissions and/or auditions will be required - we'll notify you of what is required 5. Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have one or more of the following: Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years