Media

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Your story starts here with Aoraki Polytechnic’s extensive range of high quality media programmes, including our Journalism programme, regarded as one of the best in the country. By working close with industry to develop our programmes we offer you real skills that will get you started for a career in the media.

To see the Timaru Campus Media School Site - click here

Certificate in Radio, Television and Presenting

The aim of this new, practical programme is to provide students with a sound overview of career pathways in electronic media such as Radio, Television and Film production and Performing Arts. The introductory skills learned include those required for starting a career in both Radio and Television.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Christchurch

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Radio

Introduction to the Programme
It is an exciting year of practical learning, covering all aspects of the radio industry.
The Diploma in Radio is open to people with experience in the radio industry.
This programme is for students who have completed the Certificate in Radio or have equivalent qualifications or practical radio experience.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Christchurch

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Digital Photography

Introduction to the Programme
The Certificate in Digital Photography will help you learn and use techniques to produce images which incorporate a broad range of photographic genres. The programme is designed to equip students with the skills needed to establish themselves as professional photographers. Students can develop the visual skills required in other visual industries.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

“The course is practical and lots of fun.
“I made so many friends and we’ve had so many laughs and learnt so much – it’s been fantastic.” - Lucie Cary, Certificate in Digital Photography, 2009.

“I would recommend this course to anyone who is thinking about a career move as a photographer, it challenges you to get the best out of your camera so you can capture moments in time for future generations to treasure.” - Shirley Nolan, Certificate in Digital Photography, 2009.

To see the Timaru Campus Media School Site - click here

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Digital Photography

Introduction to the Programme
This programme builds on the foundation laid by the certificate course and is designed to give students the skill set required of a professional photographer.
While emphasis is laid on the teaching of advanced techniques, scope is also given to each student to explore the aspect of photography that most interests them so that by the end of the year they will have established their own photographic style.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Film and Television

Introduction to the Programme
This is a practical, industry-based programme, supported by industry partners. We have strong professional links with TV production companies. Students will master basic camera and editing skills, design a studio set, gain an understanding of lighting and sound, write commercials and produce their own short video.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Christchurch

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Multimedia & Web Design

Secondary School Study Award - 2010
conditions apply

The aim of this programme is to cover multimedia and web design at an introductory level. The successful graduate of this programme will be able to use industry standard multimedia and web design software to create multimedia presentations and websites that are attractive, effective in delivering their message, and easy to maintain. Specifically this course introduces the student to Cascading Stylesheets, the web standard for layout and appearance. Graduates of this programme will be able to use their new skills and knowledge to enhance their opportunities for employment in many areas including the often advertised position of web editor.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Television Production

This Diploma gives students a more advanced look at the production process through their involvement in production budgeting, research and scriptwriting. It is a very practical course with students actually making television programmes as they learn, with the potential for productions going to air on local television.

This programme is for students who have completed the Certificate in Film and Television or have equivalent qualifications or practical television experience.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Christchurch

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Advertising Design

Introduction to the Programme
The aim of this introductory programme is to produce designers that are technically proficient and grounded in the necessary skills required to enter today’s industry, and at the same time allowing them to explore and realise their individual potential. You will learn to use Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat to prepare promotional material for a variety of media. You will also create a graphical portfolio of quality work that will showcase your design samples to prospective employers.

This programme can be studied concurrently with the Certificate in Multimedia and Web Design.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Contact: Archana Dhanda | Phone: 0800 386 334

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in 3D Animation

This programme gives students a practical introduction into
3-D visualisations and creates a method of navigating in cyberspace. It is at the cutting edge of digital graphical technology used around the world, from rock music videos through to The Lord of the Rings. 

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Creative Writing

This programme offers a unique opportunity to become immersed in the world of fiction and to develop writing skills that can be applied to a wide variety of genres including poetry and creative non-fiction. A supportive atmosphere encourages group participation.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Creative Writing for Publication (Level 6)

The aim of this programme is for students to gain a qualification that demonstrates they have applied the professional tools required to plan, develop, and critically reflect on a major writing project and complete a body of work to a publishable standard. The major project may be a novel,
collection of short stories, poems, or a memoir.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Dunedin

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Media Communication

Introduction to the Programme
This programme focuses on foundation skills for a career in the communication industry. It incorporates the National Certificate in Journalism (Introductory) and gives every opportunity to students keen to pursue a career in the media.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Christchurch

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Journalism (Level 5)

inc. the National Diploma in Journalism (Multimedia) (Level 5)

Introduction to the Programme
A career in JOURNALISM is at your fingertips
Study for your National Diploma in Journalism with Aoraki and you’ll get:
• Exceptional job placement success
• Highly practical course
• Small classes
• Close links with industry
• Great study setting in Timaru

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

What students have said...
Aoraki was the best possible start to my career.
The course was even better than I hoped it would be and it more than earns its strong reputation in the industry.
I’m now working as a reporter at The Star in Christchurch - a job I secured before the end of the course - and am responsible for two community newspapers.
Abby Gillies - 2008 graduate, reporter, The Star, Christchurch

I chose to study at Aoraki Polytechnic in Timaru after completing a degree at the University of Otago.
The quality of tutors and the reputation Aoraki has in the industry made the whole experience incredibly worthwhile and I would not hesitate to recommend study at Aoraki to anyone.
Ellie Constantine - 2008 graduate, reporter, Otago Daily Times

I decided to study journalism at Aoraki after studying politics at Otago. I enjoyed the learning environment at Aoraki - it was more hands-on and practical.  Everything my industry-experienced tutors taught me during my 34 weeks in Timaru I use in my job at The Star community newspaper in Dunedin. The fact that the course is based in Timaru is a surprising bonus.
Michelle McCullough - 2008 graduate, reporter, The Star, Dunedin

Being a reporter is, in my eyes, the most rewarding career path there is. You are empowered by your ability to speak to the public and give them information it is important they know, while your own life is also enriched by the experience of speaking with people from all walks of life.
I am only one of the students from the course who has already secured a job for when I finish. 
Go for journalism and get inspired.
Cerisse Denhardt, 2009 graduate, reporter, The Courier, Timaru

To see the Timaru Campus Media School Site - click here

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

National Certificate in Journalism (Introductory)

Introduction to the Programme
This course is delivered online with three workshops held throughout the year at the Timaru campus.
The certificate covers all the essential skills for those looking to begin careers in journalism including interview skills, news writing, media law and ethics, and how to write journalistic prose.

This programme will not be offered in 2010

Contact: Janine Burgess | Phone: 0800 426 725 ext 779