Certificate in Introduction to Video Creation

Note: As a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, UCOL Te Pūkenga is committed to providing the best learning outcome for you. As part of this, all programmes are currently being reviewed to make them portable, consistent, and closely aligned with the needs of the industry. When published, this course information is correct, but the courses offered may change over time. If you have any questions call an Enrolment Advisor on 0800 468 265.

The UCOL Te Pūkenga Certificate in Introduction to Video Creation (Level 5) (Training Scheme) comprises 20 credits.

The programme will cover the following:

• Storyboarding and narrative visual communication
• Analysis of multiple layers of meaning, interpretation, symbolism and indirect reference
• Post-production techniques, including editing
• Presentation of video and sound projects that explore the development of visual ideas generated from an initial brief through to resolution
• Basic knowledge of specialist software in video and sound editing
• Basic filming, lighting and camera techniques
• Sound recordings, including how to get clean audio with background noise 
• Framing and composition related to video
• Fundamentals of visual communication and communication techniques 
  

Open entry.

English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 5.5 with no band score less than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).

In addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international learner applicants.

English language proficiency
International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).

Timetable

• Two classes per week. 
• UCOL Te Pūkenga Whanganui - Monday evenings every week, and alternating between either a Wednesday night or Saturday day class.
  
• UCOL Te Pūkenga Manawatū - Monday evenings every week, and alternating between either a Wednesday night or Saturday day class.
  
• 13 hours of self-directed learning (your own time spent on research and study to complete your written assignments)

Recognition of prior learning
Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning, including Cross Credit, Credit Transfer and Assessment of Prior Learning may be made on the Recognition of Prior Learning Form where a student believes all learning outcomes for a course have already been met. Applications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the UCOL Te Pūkenga Academic Statute and other relavant policies and procedures.

Application checklist
It will make the process easier if you prepare the following before you apply:

• National Student Number (NSN) (If you don't have a NSN, you may request one from NZQA, or you can supply a verified copy of your birth certificate, passport or Whakapapa statement.)
• Evidence of your highest level of academic achievement (and evidence of prior learning, if applicable)
• Evidence that you meet the entry requirements of the programme
• Check if you're eligible for additional support or a scholarship. If you're 19 years or younger, you may be eligible to enrol in one of our free Youth Transition programmes.

Note that you will need to provide any verified documents in person, via post or email (not via the online application form).