Animation, Visual Effects and Game Design Major - Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa
Creative Media
A course by
AUT
Prepare for a career in the digital creative industries with AUT's Bachelor of Design majoring in Animation, Visual Effects and Game Design. Study in world-class facilities and develop expertise in industry standard tools and practices.
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop technical and creative skills in animation, VFX, and game design
Gain hands-on experience working with animation, visual effects, and game design tools and workflows in a studio-based environment.
Create compelling digital stories and interactive experiences
Learn to design, communicate, and analyse moving image narratives and engaging user experiences for a variety of digital platforms.
Utilise industry-standard tools and facilities
Use state-of-the-art green screen, motion capture, VR studios, and advanced computer labs equipped with leading software.
About This Course
The Animation, Visual Effects and Game Design major at AUT is a creative programme merging technology, storytelling, and visual communication. Students develop skills with industry-standard software and studios for animation, visual effects, game and interactive design. The curriculum covers 2D and 3D animation, motion capture, narrative and user experience design, content creation, and critical analysis. Industry links, guest speakers, and a required 60-hour work placement provide valuable real-world experience. Graduates can pursue roles across animation studios, VFX houses, film, games, VR, and related creative industries.
Course Content
- Foundations of animation, visual effects and game design
- Creative practice in studio environments
- Design-thinking principles and practices
- History and theory frameworks
- 2D/3D animation techniques
- Visual effects production
- Game and user experience design
- Motion capture and virtual reality technologies
- Narrative and storytelling for digital media
- Critical analysis and troubleshooting
- Industry engagement (guest speakers, workshops)
- Capstone/self-directed design project
- Workplace experience (60 hours in industry organisation)
Build towards these roles
2D/3D animatorVisual effects artistGames designerVirtual reality artistInteractive designerMotion capture artistMotion designerFilm industry professional
Build skills in these industries
Digital Creative IndustriesFilmTelevisionGamesVisual EffectsInteractive MediaVirtual Reality
