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Computer Graphics and Games –
Learn to design and program powerful, high-quality games, user interfaces, and film and television graphics.
Combining creativity and programming
From cutting-edge graphic design in film, television, and games, to the user interfaces that allow you to interact with your computers and devices—computer graphics take the digital and make it visual.
Computer Graphics and Games at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is the only programme in Australia and New Zealand that offers a qualification in games and graphics at undergraduate level. This programme gives you a head start in this growing industry.
The programme has been developed with input from major industry players, including Wētā FX, PikPok, and Square Enix (who produce Final Fantasy). You’ll get the benefit of these ongoing connections, with guest lectures and mentorships on group projects.
Build your degree
You can study Computer Graphics and Games as your major subject for the three-year Bachelor of Science (BSc). You’ll learn about the key concepts and tools used in the creation of games and visual experiences. You’ll gain the programming and engineering skills to push the frontier of visual effects, game interactions, and design.
The BSc is an ideal degree if you want to combine your study with another subject. You can choose from a range of options including:
- a double major
- a minor
- a conjoint degree
- a second major from another degree.
You can also combine Computer Science with a major or minor from outside the Faculty of Science and Engineering. For example, you might study:
- Animation and Visual Effects
- Game Design.
Merging images and artificial intelligence is merging my two favourite research areas. I’m excited to see what will happen with this research in the future
Full storyAbigail Clennell
Bachelor of Science with Honours student in Computer Graphics
Future career options
The computer graphics and games industries are growing. Our graduates create the algorithms that make computer graphics and games better to view and interact with. They work at companies like Wētā FX, PikPok, and Fingertapps.
By studying Computer Graphics and Games, you’ll open the door to a wide range of career options. You could become a software developer, software engineer, UI (user interaction) designer, or game designer.
Future jobs
Your study may lead to a career as a:- game developer
- computer graphics programmer
- software developer
- web developer
- information security analyst
- systems architect.
Potential employers
Recent Computer Graphics and Games graduates work for employers such as:- computer graphics and game design companies—Wētā FX, PikPok, Fingertapps
- tech companies—Trade Me, Datacom, Atlassian, Catalyst IT, Xero, Google, IBM, Eagle Technology, DXC Technology
- consulting firms—PwC, Ernst & Young, KPMG, Deloitte
- government and public sector organisations.
Experience Computer Graphics and Games
Learn more about the new Computer Graphics and Games major and the opportunities that games offer.
Scholarships
You may be able to get a scholarship to help fund your studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
We have first year and school leaver scholarships available, as well as specialised scholarships for different groups and subject areas.
Available scholarships
- First year and school leaver scholarships
- Search scholarships
- Entain NZ Scholarship for Women in Mathematics, Engineering and Technology
- T.J.A. Ballinger Scholarships.
TeachNZ Scholarships
You can also apply for a TeachNZ Scholarship. These scholarships are awarded based on specific areas where teachers are needed, including science, technology, and mathematics.Working as a tutor
You can apply to tutor undergraduate courses in the School of Engineering and Computer Science. To become a tutor, you need to be in your second year or above and have good results in your courses.
Postgraduate study
If you choose to continue to postgraduate study with us after finishing your degree, you’ll join a talented team of internationally recognised researchers doing innovative work.
If you get good results in your BSc in Computer Graphics and Games, you could go on to do a Bachelor of Science with Honours—followed by a Master’s or PhD, if you want to do independent research.
Support for students
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is a welcoming place with great student support. There are all sorts of resources available to help you get the best out of your time at university.
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