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Unitec Institute of TechnologyBachelor of Performing and Screen Arts (Screen Arts)
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Summary
Step behind the camera and bring your stories to life. Unitec’s Screen Arts major in the Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts is all about capturing performances—combining technical mastery with creative collaboration.
Across your 3 years of study, you’ll choose to specialise in cinematography, editing, production, screenwriting, directing and more. No other Bachelors programme in the country, and only the best worldwide, offer the collaborative projects where you’ll work alongside our Acting and Dance students to create powerful, performance-driven content achieved through our technical training.
With world-class facilities, expert industry mentors, and hands-on projects from day one, you’ll gain the skills and experience to thrive in Aotearoa’s screen industry or to work around the world. And our Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae ensures a welcoming, inclusive environment where diverse voices and stories shine.
Career Options- Assistant Director,
- Assistant Editor,
- Boom Operator,
- Camera Assistant,
- Camera Operator,
- Cinematographer,
- Content developer,
- Digital ingest technician,
- Director,
- Editor,
- Gaffer,
- Lighting Assistant,
- Location manager,
- Production Assistant,
- Production Co-ordinator,
- Production manager,
- Screen Project Researcher,
- Screenwriter,
- Sound designer,
- Sound recordist,
Domestic/NZ students
$12,100
(Approximate fees only - includes GST but excludes the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy. Your final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study. View options for funding your study and fees-free eligibility)
International students
$26,415 (NZD) (approximate fees for 120 credits) Save up to $2,000 (NZD) with the Unitec International Study Grant 2026. Terms and conditions apply.
Semester DatesSem 1 2026: 23 Feb – 28 Jun
Sem 2 2026: 20 Jul – 22 Nov
For course and class timings, refer to the specific course webpage.
For StudyLink purposes, please ensure your application states your earliest course start date.
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Entry criteria
You must have completed at least one of the following:
- At least 3 ‘C’ passes in the New Zealand University Bursaries Examinations; or
- 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including:
- 14 credits in two different approved subjects; and
- 14 credits from up to two subjects (approved or non-approved)
- 14 credits in NCEA Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
- University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Māori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
- Complete a medical declaration form.
- Interviews, submissions, and/or auditions will be required – we’ll notify you of what is required.
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