What you will learn
This programme is designed for ākonga who are seeking to develop a range of foundational technical skills and conceptual knowledge to produce digital creative works. As graduates of this qualification, you will have developed a range of creative capabilities in preparation for further study.
More detail about this qualification
This programme covers courses in:
Graphic Design Studio
Ākonga will build their visual literacy and conceptual skills to provide a foundation for effective communications. You’ll learn principles and elements of design, along with software and compositional skills.
Digital Media: Game Design
Ākonga will evolve their creative thinking and problem-solving skills within a collaborative context. Using storytelling skills and relevant techniques, you’ll generate outputs for a chosen target audience.
Time-based Media 1: Animation
Ākonga will research and apply knowledge of diverse cultures and communities to expand their creative practice through the exploration and experimentation of physical and digital media. Recording, reflecting, and presenting ideas will form part of the process of evolving and resolving outputs.
Time-based Media 2: Screen Design
Ākonga will develop creative thinking and multi-media techniques for screen-based outcomes. You’ll learn camera handling skills and multi-media techniques including photography, image-making, and typography to produce a sequential narrative for the screen.
Course related costs
Some drawing resources may need to be purchased.
Entry requirements
Domestic
To be eligible for entry to this programme, applicants must:
Provide evidence of suitability based on a portfolio of work and;
- NCEA Level 2 (including 10 Literacy credits at Level 1 and 10 Numeracy credits at Level 1);
- or equivalent academic achievement;
- or on a case by case at the discretion of the Programme Manager.
Related study options
Whitireia and WelTec are a business division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
