New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Game Design) (Level 6)

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Develop rich, immersive 3D games and creative experiences with the New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Game Design) (Level 6). Learn advanced 2D & 3D art/design, world-building, animation, and project management in a HyFlex format.

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NZQA Level 6 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

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Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

Invercargill / Hyflex, Invercargill

It will take a total of 1 year

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Design and Build Interactive 3D Game Worlds

Create complex, interactive 3D game environments and experiences, using industry-standard tools and creative design techniques.

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3D Art and Animation

Develop and animate 3D characters and environments, mastering both hard and soft body modelling, texturing, and rendering.

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Project Management and Collaboration

Work collaboratively in diverse creative teams, developing project planning, leadership, and communication skills.

What You're Signing Up For

This diploma prepares you to build and design interactive 3D game worlds, advance your skills in digital art, animation, user experience, and work on both solo and group projects. The programme covers everything from concept art to final production, with a strong focus on collaboration, communication, and creative industry best practices. Delivered in a HyFlex format, you can study onsite in Invercargill or online.

Course Content

  • Cross-Disciplinary Workshops
  • Studio Digital practices
  • 3D Animation Production
  • Studio Drawing (physical & digital)
  • Gaming Art and Design
  • World Building
  • Project Management and Team Collaboration

What you need to know first

Completion of New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Game Design) (Level 5) or equivalent skills and knowledge

Portfolio of creative work required

Mature applicants (20+) may be admitted based on relevant study or work experience, subject to programme guidelines

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Games and Interactive Media

  • Digital Arts

  • Screen Production

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Game Designer

  • Game Animator

  • Game Artist

  • Level Designer

  • Interactive Project Manager

  • Production roles in screen/game industries