Graduate Certificate in Dynamic Effects and Lighting (ICDL)
University of South Australia
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00121B
The Graduate Certificate in Dynamic Effects and Lighting is a unique qualification that provides students with the skills and techniques needed to produce industry-standard visual effects, and offers the opportunity to learn first-hand from the professionals at Rising Sun Pictures. Students learn how to create 3D visual effects such as explosions, water effects and clouds, as well as procedurally generated environments such as cities, beaches and forests, and how to use computer generated lighting applications. Students produce a finished show reel for prospective employees and graduate with a professional resume.
Structure
Four 4.5 unit courses over intensive 12 week period.
Subjects
- Dynamic Effects
- Lighting
Standard entry requirements
- Applicants seeking entry to the program will have: a) a completed three year Bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution in media arts, visual effects or a related discipline OR b) a completed Advanced Diploma in Screen and Media or equivalent from an accredited Registered Training Organisation OR c) a Graduate Certificate in Compositing and TrackingAlternatively, applications will be considered from applicants holding a completed academic qualification from a recognised higher education institution in an unrelated field who are able to demonstrate substantial experience in media arts or visual effects, demonstrable in the showreel and curriculum vitae submissions.All applicants are required to submit a showreel of their own work and a curriculum vitae outlining their relevant experience. Details of showreel and curriculum vitae requirements can be found on the Careers in the Creative Industries web page.Applicants must submit a copy of their current resume, and a link to their online showreel through their SATAC application.Your curriculum vitae should be no longer than two pages and must be a current professional résumé detailing education and work history
- And must contain at least two referees.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City East | Domestic: $12,800 International: $14,400 | No |
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Further information
All applicants are required to submit a showreel of their own work and a curriculum vitae outlining their relevant experience. This program complements the Graduate Certificate in Compositing and Tracking, also in partnership with Rising Sun Pictures.
