About the Faculty of Film
Making a movie calls for skills in storytelling, creativity, design and teamwork. We have been helping talented individuals get their start in the industry for 27 years through our legendary South Seas Film School Campus programmes.
Today, we are New Zealand’s largest specialised film school with world-class creative campuses at six locations around the country. Offering specialisations in directing, screenwriting, makeup artistry and costume design, documentary directing, camera, lighting, audio, on-screen acting and post-production, we’re fuelling the demand for local and international talent.
Explore our Programmes
Certificate in Creative Media
This media course introduces you to a range of industry software and best practices in graphic design, animation, filmmaking, photography, web development and coding. After 20 weeks, you’ll have built a mini-portfolio of work and developed the skills needed to pursue your passion.
Diploma in Film and Content Creation
Whether it's creating engaging social content, directing music videos, or producing large-scale corporate pieces, this course covers all aspects of the content creation process, and analysing its impact. Designed with the latest industry demands in mind, you'll graduate with cutting-edge skills to stay ahead of the competition.
Diploma in Film and TV Production
With a ferocious reputation for success, this course will teach you the fundamentals and professional practices needed to build a toolbox of skills in film and television production. Over the course of the year, you will participate in more than 20 productions, giving you the communication and collaboration know-how when working with crews on set.
Diploma in Drama (Screen Acting)
This two-year diploma offers in-depth training in voice, body, imagination, and collaboration, allowing you to develop your acting toolbox. You will be further challenged with opportunities for live performance, while being guided and advised on how to form industry networks – a crucial part of gaining relevance in an ever-evolving industry.
Diploma in Screen and Stage Acting
This full-time, year-long Diploma is an ideal introduction to the fundamentals of the screen and stage industry. You will explore the fundamentals of acting, building a strong foundation to deliver captivating and engaging performances.
Student Work
South Seas Film School Campus
A legend in its lifetime, our South Seas Film School Campus functions like a real-life working Hollywood-style studio.
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