Computer graphics sits at the crossroads between technology, art and creativity. Filmmakers, TV creators and game developers use computer graphics to bring their creative visions to life—animating imaginary scenes and creating fantastic worlds.
When you study for a Bachelor of Science in Computer Graphics you'll learn about today's animation and game techniques and develop the practical skills to create new kinds of software and visual experiences. Build graphics and visual effects using algorithms, programming and maths, and learn about design practice and theory.
Complete six courses at 100 level:
- Introduction to Computer Graphics (CGRA 151)
- Either Introduction to Computer Program Design (COMP 102) or Introduction to Computer Science (COMP 112)
- Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms (COMP 103)
- 3D Modelling & Animation I (DSDN 132)
- Either Engineering Mathematics Foundations (ENGR 121) and Engineering Mathematics with Logic and Statistics (ENGR 123)
- Or Algebra (MATH 151) and Discrete Mathematics and Logic (MATH 161)
Complete five courses at (mostly) 200 level:
- Computer Graphics (CGRA 251)
- Algorithms and Data Structures (COMP 261)
- 3D Modelling and Animation II (MDDN 241)
- Systems Programming (NWEN 241)
One course from:
- Engineering Mathematics with Calculus (ENGR 122)
- Calculus 1A (MATH 141)
- Calculus 1B (MATH 142)
- Linear Algebra (MATH 251)
Complete three courses at 300 level:
- Real-time 3D Computer Graphics (CGRA 350)
- Visual Effects Programming (CGRA 351)
One course from:
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (COMP 307)
- Computer Game Development (COMP 313)
- Design and Analysis of Algorithms (COMP 361)
- Postproduction and Special Effects (MDDN 311)
- Creative Coding III (MDDN 342)
- Advanced Computer Game Design (MDDN 343)
Requirements
- Achievement of the International Baccalaureate Diploma
- Submit your completed application to be assessed for New Zealand entrance equivalency
- IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5
- TOEFL: minimum overall score of 80 (internet-based test)
- Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 58 (with a 'Communicative score' of not less than 50)
- EPP: minimum final scores of 4,4,4,3
Scholarships
- T.J.A. Ballinger Scholarships
- The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship: Asia Pacific
- Creativity Scholarships
- Wellington U3A Award
- VUW Hardship Fund Equity Grants
- International Student Achievement Scholarship
- Emily Lilias Johnston Scholarships
- Lady Stout Bursary
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