Bachelor of Creativity (Digital Media)

Bachelor of Creativity (Digital Media)

Through three years of study, learn about Animation to create both 2D and 3D animations. In Game Design learn about the ways storytelling, conceptual art and worldbuilding can be constructed to create exciting interactive games. Learn how to communicate through a visual language in Graphic Design, and in Screen Design learn how to blend text, images and sound to create exciting content for online applications. Learn real skills to bring your concepts to life, work on client projects and build a work-ready portfolio.

What you will learn

  • Animation Design teaches you how to bring static images to life. Learn the fundamentals of animation to create both 2D and 3D animations.
  • Game Design teaches you about the ways storytelling, conceptual art and worldbuilding can be constructed to create exciting interactive games. Learn about gameplay mechanics and user experience (UX).
  • Graphic Design teaches you how to communicate through a visual language. Learn about the elements and principles of design and the ways conceptual thinking and problem solving can be used.
  • Screen Design teaches filmmaking techniques blended with motion graphics to create title sequences for films, games and commercials. Learn how to blend text, images and sound to create motion illusions.

Software you will learn includes:

InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premier Pro, After Effects, Figma, Unity, Blender, Maya

Career Options

  • Animator
  • Motion Graphics Developer
  • Game Designer
  • Graphic Designer
  • Screen Designer
  • Video Maker
  • Multimedia Designer
  • Art Director
  • Content Creator

Entry requirements

For ākonga, at the start of their study journey, we encourage you to complete the  and the or have evidence of prior learning before enrolling in this programme.

It is helpful for students to have access to a laptop of sufficient capability and Adobe Creative Cloud software to meet programme requirements.

International students

IELTS 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5)

Find your country's equivalent academic entry requirements here

*International fee displayed is for 1 year of study (equivalent to 120 credits) and does not include insurance, administration and student service fees. For more details, please email: international@wandw.ac.nz.

Related study options

Master of Design (MDes) Level 9. *Available mid 2025, subject to NZQA approval.

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Use the knowledge you already have to fast-track your qualification. Workplace-learning, volunteering, professional development, other provider qualifications and online courses can be recognised as prior learning and put towards your qualification. Start by getting in touch with us, or find out more here.

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Last updated: 1/10/2024

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