AUCKLAND
New Zealand Film AcademyOffers aspiring film makers the opportunity to hone their story telling craft and to get a start in the industry, with a focus on practical experience and the significance of story telling. |
|
![]() |
University of AucklandOffers courses in film studies/film theory, media, new media and television studies, television production and media writing, and Aotearoa/New Zealand and the Pacific. |
HAMILTON
![]() |
University of Waikato: Screen and Media StudiesThe university’s Screen and Media Studies Department aims to provide teaching that is responsive to the many cultural backgrounds of Waikato students, to the challenges of the subject, and to the changing work environment. Expect lectures and discussions, but also TV studio and computer laboratory sessions, role-play exercises, group activities, screenings, seminars and online tutorials and activities. |
WELLINGTON
![]() |
New Zealand Film and Television SchoolSpecialises in teaching on film and with film. Film School students gain experience at writing, directing and editing, lighting, camerawork and sound, with a combination of hands-on experience, visiting tutors and theory. |
![]() |
Victoria UniversityFilm study at Victoria is distinguished by its close association with Theatre. Studio and technical facilities are shared with Victoria University’s Theatre Programme, and there are several joint film/theatre courses. |
CHRISTCHURCH
![]() |
University of CanterburyAll film studies courses focus on film history and theory, and include a film-making component. |
DUNEDIN
![]() |
University of OtagoThe Bachelor of Arts (BA) programme in Film and Media Studies at Otago is designed to give students a thorough grounding in the analysis of film, television and new media. |






