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CAMPUSES:
START DATES:
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Online – Full-time
Oct 26, 2021 - Mar 11, 2022
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Online – Part-time
Oct 26, 2021 - Jul 29, 2022
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Auckland City Road
Feb 08 - Jun 23, 2022
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Manukau
Feb 08 - Jun 23, 2022
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Rotorua
Feb 08 - Jun 23, 2022
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Wellington
Feb 08 - Jun 23, 2022
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Christchurch
Feb 08 - Jun 23, 2022
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Online – Full-time
Feb 08 - Jun 23, 2022
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Online – Part-time
Feb 08 - Dec 09, 2022
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Credits:
60
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Method:
Full-time / Part-time Campus / Online
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Creative? But not sure what to study? Start here.
This course is available online as full-time, or part-time study, and has been especially designed to give you a taste of every digital design discipline to see where your passions lie. Over 20 weeks, you’ll try graphic design, film-making, animation and interactive design. You’ll be introduced to a range of industry software and learn photography, video creation and editing, web development, character development and even a bit of coding— it’s about finding your place in the creative world through experimentation and practical learning.
By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills you need to work out which creative path is right for you. Better yet, you’ll have developed a mini-portfolio with all the design assets you’ve created along the way. This is the perfect tool for applying for one of our Level 5 diplomas.
Assessment
There are no exams for this course. And you’ll graduate with the New Zealand Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 4).
What you'll learn
Design
Learn what makes a design element successful by getting a handle on the principles of design. Using InDesign and Photoshop, create design assets and find out what makes certain designs appeal to certain people by learning more about target audiences.
Film
What makes a film Oscar-worthy? In this module, you’ll learn about the history of films and the filmmakers behind them. You’ll find out more about the production planning process and how filmmakers tell incredible stories through the lens of a camera.
Animation
Using Illustrator and other digital software, try your hand at a range of animation techniques, including claymation, stop-motion, and flip book animation. You’ll also learn how to tell incredible stories through the animated character you’ve designed.
Interactive
This module introduces you to the basics of both UX and UI (User Experience and User Interface) design. You’ll touch on the principles of code, and work on interactive projects such as creating simple websites and learning about what makes a game truly playable.
A bit more information
Software
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Animate, Character Animate, Dreamweaver, or similar
Equipment
Allocated camera equipment for Level 4, Edison robot (meetedison.com), PC or Apple computers, digital devices
Fees
Domestic students
$3,671.37 + $170 Student Services Levy + $175 Course Related Costs*
*Course Related Cost - Covers software licensing for student use on campus for the duration of the programme.
(Eligible for 'fees-free' study)
International students
$10,500 + $950 course fee
Please note fees are subject to change.
Entry Requirements
Students must provide evidence of NCEA Level 2 or equivalent, be at least 16 years of age, and have basic computer skills with an interest in design. Students who speak English as a second language must demonstrate English language proficiency at the level of IELTS 5.5.
International students need to be at least 18 years old.
Study on campus
Our campuses are equipped with the latest tech and equipment you need to succeed, and are welcoming student spaces where you can connect with your peers, all within reach of vibrant city centres.
Study online
Online learning that's purpose-built for the modern student. Learn new skills and gain qualifications with the flexibility of learning online. Study anywhere, anytime.
Our tutors are committed to your success and guide you through your learning as you produce industry quality work. We asked some of them about their love for the creative world and what they like about Yoobee Colleges. Read their answers below…
Meet Gino
Hey Gino, what's your favourite style?
“I have always had an affinity for the graphic stylized features of manga and anime combined with the immense detail and semi-realism of western comics. I love work that explores the intersection of traditionally polarizing ideas and creates something new and interesting from that amalgamation.”
Gino is a tutor at one of our Auckland campuses and teaches our Level 4 Certificate in Creative Media. This is the best programme to kick-off your creative learning as you explore animation, design, film & web before deciding on your preferred study pathway into one of our Level 5 Diplomas.
Meet Gabriel
Hey Gab, what do you like about teaching at Yoobee?
“We can be ourselves. And we encourage students to be what they want to be too. The environment at Yoobee is super positive and friendly. People around me are amazing and help each other. ”
Gabriel is a tutor at one of our Auckland campuses and teaches our Level 4 Certificate in Creative Media. The best programme to kick-off your creative learning as you explore animation, design, film & web before deciding on your preferred study pathway into one of our Level 5 Diplomas.
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Qualifications are issued by Yoobee Colleges. Yoobee Colleges is a Category 1 Provider, the highest rating a school can be awarded by the Government.
Term dates are subject to change, pending enrolment numbers, availability and any unforeseen funding fluctuations. Yoobee Colleges reserves the right to modify schedules to make sure the College runs well and student are offered the best learning experience.
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