Overview

Specialise in the visual effects subject matter areas of compositing, modelling and technical studies or 3D animation and, in your final year, you’ll be working on an industry-level production using contemporary visual effects techniques in order to create an amazing, state-of-the-art short film.

Why study 3D Animation & VFX?

Imagine living in a country with a local studio that worked on Lord of the Rings and not studying how to make films. Explosions, scenery and strange creatures are integral to a great blockbuster, which is where you, dear animator, will be able to steal the show. Our industry-trained faculty will help you develop your skills on an immersive level where you will master modelling, rendering, lighting, and technical direction. In 2025 we were again ranked by Animation Career review as the #1 Animation College in New Zealand. Check out some of internationally recognised short films, animated by our students that have snatched professional awards away from big-budget short films. Don’t just talk the talk, we’ll let you walk it.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Component Name
Animation and Rigging
Traditional Art and Design for 3D
Digital Art
Digital Art
3D Modelling
3D Rendering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

420 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Herndon, United States

Disciplines

Visual Arts View 1642 other Bachelors in Visual Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for this degree, you'll need a minimum qualification of NCEA University Entrance or CIE (University of Cambridge International Examination) or IB (International Baccalaureate) or equivalent overseas secondary school qualification or have completed one year of tertiary study from recognised institution.
Please Note: Entry requirement may vary based on your country of citizenship. Please refer to our International Page for entry requirements at mediadesignschool.com/international-students. If you country is not on the list, please email international@mediadesignschool.com for further information. All international students must be 18 years of age when the programme commences (on- campus or online). International applicants can start their application before they turn 18 years of age.

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

35551 NZD / year

≈ 35551 NZD / year
Out-of-State

11443 NZD / year

≈ 11443 NZD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Credits

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