Explore your options
Unitec's acting training is truly one-of-a-kind in Aotearoa. We collaborate closely with our Screen Arts programme, providing opportunities for students to work with professional crews in both studio and on-location, mimicking real industry filming environments.
Our programme offers a diverse range of acting training and practice opportunities, ensuring you develop the skills needed to reach your full potential as an actor.
Our tutors set high standards, and the programme is designed to inspire and challenge you on your artistic journey.
If you're ready to dive in then visit our acting programme pages listed below for a detailed overview of each year of study.
Programmes and study path
| PROGRAMME | LEVEL | DURATION | CAREER OPTIONS | START DATES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) - Performing and Screen | 4 | Full-time for 16 weeks or part-time options available | Entry into further study toward a career in the media or performing and screen arts. | February or July |
| Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts (Acting for Screen and Theatre) | 7 | Full-time for three years | Acting trainer/teacher, Actor for theatre, film and television, Performer, Performing arts manager, Presenter, Theatre deviser/creator | February |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Creative Practice | 8 | Six months full-time or one year part-time | Artist, Art director, Product designer, Graphic designer, Director, Photographer, Experience designer, Producer, Sculptor, Visual artist, Performance designer, Service designer, Curator, Choreographer, Filmmaker | February or July |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Practice | 8 | Full-time for one year or part-time for two years | Artist, Creative director, Curator, Digital artist, Director, Graphic designer, Photographer, Producer, Visual artist, Choreographer | February or July |
| Master of Creative Practice | 9 | Full-time for 18 months or part-time for three years | Artist, Art director, Product designer, Graphic designer, Director, Photographer, Experience designer, Producer, Production designer, Sculptor, Visual artist, Performance designer, Service designer, Curator, Actor for theatre, film and television, Choreographer, Filmmaker | February or July |
