University
University of CanterburyPostgraduate Certificate in Virtual Production
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
6 months
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
Virtual Production allows for a higher level of innovation blending traditional filmmaking with digital enhancements, requiring a diverse skillset working across platforms and technologies.
Studying towards UC’s Postgraduate Certificate of Virtual Production (PGCertVirProd) enables you to build foundational skills in virtual production tools and storytelling, preparing you for either professional advancement or further postgraduate study.
What will my study involve?- Gain practical skills and creative concepts suitable for development in advanced virtual production or related screen contexts.
- Courses cover technical fundamentals, including digital lighting, virtual cameras, real-time workflows, and narrative design, visual tone, and platform-aware concept development.
- Learn from academic staff with internationally recognised experience in film, games, animation, and virtual production; and work in close association with Kōawa Studios, UC’s purpose-built digital screen production facility. This includes a fully equipped virtual production stage with LED volume, real-time rendering workstations, motion capture systems, and high-quality film and sound equipment.
- DISC611 Foundations of Virtual Production
- DISC612 Story, Design, and Creative Context
Entry criteria
To apply to the PGCertVirProd, you will need to have one of the following:
- a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject, with at least a B grade average in your 300-level courses
- a bachelor's degree in any subject, plus relevant professional or work experience
- appropriate practical, professional, or scholarly experience
- other qualifications of an equivalent standard.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Virtual Production or use the admission requirements checker.
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