Graduate Certificate in Creature Effects
Degree Level Postgraduate
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Start Date
June
Campus
City East
Duration
0.5 year(s) full-time
Program Code
ICCR
SATAC Code
4GC116 (Internal)
Study as
Full-time
Mode
On-campus
Fees
$AU 13,900 per 0.5 EFTSL for students enrolled in 2025
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Entry requirements
Applicants seeking entry to the program will have:
a) a completed three year Bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution in visual effects, film and television, creative arts or related discipline OR
b) a completed Advanced Diploma in visual effects, film and television, creative arts or related discipline or equivalent from an accredited Registered Training Organisation OR
c) a Graduate Certificate in visual effects, film and television, creative arts or related discipline OR
d) Three years relevant work experienceAlternatively, 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 resume outlining their relevant experience.
Applicants must submit a copy of their current resume, and a link to their online showreel through the SATAC application.
Your Showreel must be uploaded to either Vimeo or YouTube and must be no longer than 90 seconds; must demonstrate an understanding of the film-making process; and demonstrate an ability to work with either 3D or compositing software. It is desirable that it demonstrates a proficiency in Maya in a live-action context.
Your resume should be no longer than two pages and must be a current professional resume detailing education and work history; and must contain at least two referees.
Classes are delivered at the Rising Sun Pictures Studios in Adelaide.
Aim
The Graduate Certificate in Creature Effects aims to prepare students for employment as creature effects artists in the global visual effects industry.
Content & Structure
The Graduate Certificate in Creature Effects is comprised of four 4.5 unit courses that are undertaken over an intensive 12 week period. Students are immersed in a simulated studio environment at Rising Sun Pictures’ Adelaide headquarters. Students are introduced to the various roles and responsibilities of visual effects artists in a creative production schedule. They will develop industry-standard Creature Effects skills in cloth and hair simulations, alongside developing trouble shooting and shot finalling skills. They will produce high-quality, industry standard production work for inclusion in their professional showreel.
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