Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies
Creative Media
A course by
Media Design School
A one-year, Level 7 graduate diploma designed to expand your creative skills in 3D Animation, VFX, Game Development, Graphic Design, Motion Design, or Interactive and Web Design. Project-based study prepares you for the creative industries with portfolio-focused outcomes and mentorship.
NZ$12,650
inc GST
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Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Media Design School, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
NZ$12,650
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Deepen technical and creative skills in chosen discipline(s)
Students select elective components across various creative technology domains to expand or broaden their skillset as relevant to their career and personal interests.
Design and execute independent projects
Undertake a minor and major research project or creative production demonstrating creative practice, research, and problem-solving.
Prepare a professional-standard portfolio
Students will curate a body of creative work to demonstrate their practical skills and ability to work to an industry brief.
About This Course
The Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies offers a flexible, studio-based programme where students can specialise or work across disciplines in digital creative technologies. Students select papers from undergraduate offerings to build the skills they need for capstone minor and major research projects, with strong faculty mentorship. The course is highly student-centred, promoting independent, critical, and practical learning relevant to creative industries. Career paths include creative technology roles such as designer, animator, developer, or freelancer, empowered by a robust professional portfolio.
Course Content
- Open studio-based learning in creative technologies
- Development and production of self-directed research projects
- Elective courses in 3D Animation, VFX, Game Development, Graphic Design, Motion Design, Interactive/Web Design
- Professional & Academic Practice component
- Capstone project or advanced individual production
- Mentorship by faculty and regular feedback sessions
- Portfolio development
Entry Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field
OR four or more years of professional or educational experience in creative technologies
Portfolio of professional standard
Letter of intent
Transcripts (for degree holders)
CV/Resume
Two reference letters (required for experience-based applicants)
Build towards these roles
Business owner or freelance creative professionalWeb designerMobile and front-end developerAd agency or design studio staffHigh-end production house staffFilm post-production and animation roles
Build skills in these industries
Creative IndustriesDigital MediaGame DevelopmentGraphic and Web DesignAnimation and VFX
