Bachelor of Screen Arts - Concept Art and Design Major
Creative Media
A course by
SIT
A three-year degree for aspiring concept artists, storytellers, and creative professionals in the screen industries. Learn 2D/3D art, world building, storytelling, and project management with a mix of solo and collaborative industry-focused projects.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Invercargill / HyFlex, Invercargill
It will take a total of 3 years
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Develop advanced concept art and design skills
Create 2D and 3D concept art for screen-based projects, using industry-standard techniques and workflows.
Collaborative and project-based practice
Work across solo and team-based environments to plan, execute, and deliver creative screen arts projects.
World-building and storytelling
Design engaging characters, environments, and props for diverse narratives, mastering the full creative process from concept to presentation.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Screen Arts – Concept Art and Design Major develops your creativity and technical skills for designing rich storytelling experiences in screen media. Blending 2D and 3D art, storyboarding, digital and studio drawing, world building, and transmedia project work, you’ll prepare for innovative roles in the screen, animation, and entertainment sectors. Delivered in HyFlex mode (onsite and online), with strong industry connections and portfolio development.
Course Content
- Concept Art for games, animation, and film
- 2D and 3D art production
- Storyboarding
- Studio and digital drawing
- Transmedia storytelling
- Studio photography
- World building
- Character, environment, and prop design
- Collaborative and solo project work
- Research and critical thinking
- Leadership and team building
- Communication and project management
- Portfolio development
What you need to know first
University Entrance (NCEA Level 3) including 14 credits each in three approved subjects, literacy (10 credits at Level 2 or above), and numeracy (10 credits at Level 1 or above)
Portfolio submission
Applicants over 20 years: Evidence of aptitude or appropriate experience (mature entry considered)
Special admission possible for applicants under 20 who demonstrate potential and preparatory study
Interview and reference requirements may apply
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Screen arts
Animation
Film
Creative media
Game design
Entertainment
Future employment opportunities might be
Concept artist for games, animation, or film
Digital artist
Storyboarding artist
Transmedia designer
Pre-production visualist
Production designer (film/TV/animation)
Creative project manager
World-building specialist
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