Media

Welcome

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 you 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 your career in both Radio and Television.

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

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Radio

This Diploma programme is an exciting year of practical study, covering many aspects of the radio industry.

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

The Certificate in Digital Photography is about giving your photographic aspirations a flying start. During the course you will learn the techniques and skills required to produce memorable and attention-grabbing imagery. This is a great starting point for a photographic career but can also be used as a launch pad into any of the other visually orientated 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

This programme builds on the foundation laid by the certificate course and is designed to give you the skill set required of a professional photographer.

While emphasis is laid on the teaching of advanced techniques, scope is also given to students to explore the aspect of photography that most interests you so that by the end of the year you will have established your 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

This practical programme adopts a multi-skilled approach to today’s fast moving world of broadcast television. We have strong professional links with TV production companies.

The overall aim of this programme is to provide a solid understanding of the film and television industries.

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

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

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Multimedia & Web Design

The Certificate in Multimedia and Web Design is a practical course which caters for the growing demand for web professionals. You will construct websites, design animated banners/websites, upload websites and learn how online shops and internet marketing work. The course is completely practical and interactive with a step-by-step hands-on approach to help you understandand implement the latest web strategies through a variety of assignments.

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 is a project-based course with plenty of opportunities for individual initiative which extends your existing skills in creating digital video productions for a variety of media.

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

Today graphic design has become such an integral part of our daily lives that one cannot think of any business that a graphic designer could not add value to. This specialised course is for those who are new to the graphic design industry or people who want to develop their graphic design skills further.

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

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in 3D Animation

This programme gives you a practical introduction to 3D 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 feature films.

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

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Creative Writing

This workshop-based programme offers a unique opportunity to become immersed in the world of creative writing and to develop writing skills that can be applied to a wide variety of genres including poetry and creative non-fi ction. Tutors are professional, published writers. 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)

This workshop-based programme allows you to apply the professional tools required to plan, develop, and critically reflect on a major writing project (for example, a novel, collection of short stories, poems, or a memoir) which will allow you to complete a body of work to a publishable standard.

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

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Media Communication

Incorporates the National Certificate in Journalism (Introductory)

This programme focuses on foundation skills for a career in the mass media communication industry. It incorporates the National Certificate in Journalism (Introductory) and gives you an overview of some of the exciting opportunities available in this dynamic industry.

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

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Diploma in Journalism (Level 5)

Incorporates the National Diploma in Journalism (Multimedia) (Level 5)

You will learn the basic skills and attitudes necessary for a successful career in journalism.

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

To see the Timaru Campus Media School Site - click here

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

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