Study New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) – Performing and Screen at Te Pukenga trading as Unitec in New Zealand, School of Bridgepoint

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) – Performing and Screen

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

This certificate programme is your pass to an exciting future in performance, production and screen. This programme is ideal if you want to go on to higher-level study in performing and screen arts, if you’re not exactly sure what area to focus on, or if you’re already in employment in this industry and want to improve your personal communication and professional presentation skills. While this programme is not equivalent to University Entrance, successful completion will allow you to progress to higher-level programmes.The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) – Screen & Art, has electives in screen arts, acting, dance and technical productions. This programme will expose you to the basic principles of production, acting, dance, theatre technologies and design, moving image study, as well as collaborative project-based learning. Which will help build the foundation you need to progress to higher level study in programmes such as, PASA.Highlights:Emphasis on practical skills and project-based learning: You will develop performance pieces, work behind the scenes in the theatre, and make your own videos.Learn from Lecturers who are eager to share their industry experience with you.Access to Unitec’s excellent performing arts facilities.A mix of classroom sessions, practical workshops, critique sessions, student seminars, discussions, presentations and online learning.A chance to take classes in Unitec’s marae, a great setting to explore Māori oratorical traditions and the role of culture in communication.

Which department am I in?

School of Bridgepoint

Study options

Full Time (16 Weeks)

Tuition fees
NZ$13,207.00 (US$ 7,878) per year
Start date

July 2027

Venue

Mt Albert Campus

139 Carrington Road,

Mt Albert,

Auckland,

1025, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (16 Weeks)

Tuition fees
NZ$13,207.00 (US$ 7,878) per year
Start date

February 2027

Venue

Mt Albert Campus

139 Carrington Road,

Mt Albert,

Auckland,

1025, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Academic Requirements:

To be eligible for the Performing and Screen Pathway, you must meet one of the following:

  • UE numeracy or equivalent
  • A minimum total of 40 NCEA Level 2 credits across four approved subjects, including:
  • 12 credits in English at Level 1 or higher; Or
  • A relevant qualification at Level 3 on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) or an equivalent international qualification (e.g., International Baccalaureate or Cambridge); Or
  • The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) (previously known as the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3)), or an equivalent qualification.

General Admission:

  • Youll be 16 years old or older when the programme starts.
  • If youre under 16, youll need to complete an Early Release Exemption form. For more information on this process please see The Ministry of Educations website.

Special Admission:

  • Youll be 20 years old or older when the programme starts
  • Show evidence of your work, life, or study experience (e.g., a previous qualification or job history)
  • You will complete a pre-entry Skills review

Discretionary Admission:

  • Youre under 20 and dont meet the general admission requirements
  • Your level of preparedness for study at the required level will be reviewed and you will undertake a Skills Review.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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