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Bachelor of Computer Generated Imagery

NMIT

Subject area

Multimedia Computing Science

Duration

3

3 Years

Total student fees

$22,411

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The Bachelor of Computer Generated Imagery (BCGI) programme aims to prepare students for work as professional CGI practitioners in New Zealand or internationally, specialising in either Animation, Visual Effects or Technical Development, and/or to prepare for further study at postgraduate level in computer generated imagery or a related field. It aims to produce graduates who are capable of using industry standard CGI production processes, tools and techniques to generate effective and innovative design, technical, pipeline and workflow solutions.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

Academic Requirements: University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at Level 3 and 20 credits at Level 2 or higher) which must include: 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved* subjects as well as Literacy* - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading, 5 credits in writing and Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627) OR A qualification on the NZQF at Level 4 or above in a related discipline OR A qualification or examination recognised as being equivalent to achievement of NCEA Level 3 (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination) *NZQA approved subjects: see https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/ Alternative Requirements: Applicants who are unable to evidence that they meet Academic entry requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, may be approved for alternative entry by the Curriculum Manager (or delegate) English Language Requirements: If English is not the applicant s first language, applicants will need to provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Table: IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 5.5 in each band), Note: Applicants who do not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact NMIT for an assessment Applicants who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.

Detailed requirements

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Duration

3 Years


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$7,470 $22,411
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$10,429 $31,288
Total $17,900 $53,699

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

88%


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 422 733
Phone: (03) 546 9175
Fax: (03) 546 3325
Email: info@nmit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nmit.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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