About Media Design School
Media Design School is a private New Zealand tertiary provider based in Auckland. Its NZQA degree record includes study in game art, game programming, animation, visual effects, design, software engineering and AI.
University highlights
- A specialist creative-technology school with studio-style production and industry-facing game, screen and design programmes.
What makes this institution stand out
- Choose Media Design School for a more specialised route into game art, game programming, animation, visual effects, design, software engineering and AI.
- Private-provider scale and subject focus can support applied learning, but students should verify the exact active programme, delivery site, intake, fees and student-protection arrangements before enrolling.
Why Study at Media Design School?
Rankings & Accreditations
No QS World University Rankings 2027 institutional result is recorded for this provider. NZQA Category 1 (highest current EER category under the register's published category definitions).
Registered with NZQA and recorded with degree or postgraduate accreditation at NZQCF Levels 7–10. NZQA Category 1 (highest current EER category under the register's published category definitions).
Programs Offered
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Level:
| Program | Degree | Duration | Tuition | Intake | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3D Animation & VFX Courses & Degrees | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) Courses & Degrees | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Art & Design – 3D Animation & VFX | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Art and Design (3D Animation and Visual Effects) (Level 7) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Creative Technologies – Game Art | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Game Art) (Level 7) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Information Technology | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Level 7) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Media Design – Graphic, Motion & Interactive Design | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Media Design (Level 7) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed |
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Tuition Fees & Scholarships
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Admission Requirements
Bachelors Degree
- Class 12th/+2/HSC Marks Sheet
- Passport
Masters Degree
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Passport
UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree
- Passport
Visa & Immigration
Student Visa Process
Most international tertiary students need an appropriate student visa. The Fee Paying Student Visa can be granted for up to four years, costs from NZD 850, and currently shows 80% of applications completed within eight weeks. Immigration New Zealand strongly encourages applying about three months before intended travel.
80% of Fee Paying Student Visas within 8 weeks
Monthly Cost of Living
Accommodation
NZD 606–2,097
Food and groceries
NZD 346–520
Entertainment
NZD 238 / month
Power
NZD 200–300
Public transport
NZD 160 / month
Mobile phone
NZD 19 / month
Internet
NZD 90 / month
Frequently Asked Questions
It is listed by NZQA as a registered private training establishment with degree or postgraduate accreditation. Its current provider category is 1; verify the exact active programme and delivery site before enrolment.
A specialist creative-technology school with studio-style production and industry-facing game, screen and design programmes. Its specialist focus may suit students seeking game art, game programming, animation, visual effects, design, software engineering and AI, subject to current programme availability and entry requirements.
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