DIPLOMA & BACHELOR DEGREE OF ANIMATION & VFX

Below are the entry requirements for both Australian citizens and international students.

Australian Citizens & Residents: School Leavers

School leavers must satisfy the following requirements:

EITHER An Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12 certificate) or equivalent; A Certificate IV or higher qualification (for example, a TAFE Diploma) or higher

Australian Citizens & Residents: Non-school Leavers

EITHER An Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12 certificate) or equivalent; A Certificate IV or higher qualification (for example, a TAFE Diploma) or higher

Domestic applicants whose qualifications were completed in programs where English was not the language of instruction must also meet CGSI’s IELTS (or equivalent) entry requirements specified in the English Language Proficiency Assessment Policy (see bullet points below).

Non-visa Holding Online International Student

Non-visa-holding online international students must also satisfy one of the following requirements:

EITHER A Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or equivalent; A Certificate IV or higher qualification (for example, a TAFE Diploma) or higher

Applicants for admission to all courses at the Institute are required to demonstrate and meet one of the following minimum English Language Proficiency standards:

EITHER Successful completion of secondary education, or an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) award at Level 4 or above, in which English was the medium of instruction and assessment, and the final year of study was undertaken during the five (5) years immediately prior to commencement of study with CGSI; 

OR achieving the minimum requirements of an approved English Language test (as per the bullet points below) within two (2) years prior to the commencement of study. Minimum requirements for each respective test are as follows:

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System): Overall Band Score 6.0 with a minimum sub-score of 5.5 in writing, reading, speaking and listening.
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Internet-Based Test (iBT): 75 or better overall and no score less than 17.
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic): Overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46.

Applicants to any of the CGSI courses must provide documentary evidence that they meet English Language Proficiency requirements.

Special and/or alternative entry:  Articulation pathway admissions Articulation arrangements are being explored with a number of providers for students who meet the entry requirements for CGSI’s courses. These arrangements cover a pathway from AQF level 5 diploma qualifications.

Diploma-holding applicants seeking credit for the first two trimesters of the bachelor program must demonstrate the currency of their technical skills prior to this credit being applied. This may require an interview and/or a technical proficiency assessment.

Your studies will require you to download and get acquainted with a variety of software. Some of your software requirements will depend on your major (specialisation).

General:

• Shotgrid - educational licence 
• Canvas - free licence
• Nuke by Foundry - (non-commercial) educational licence

3D Modelling Specialisation:

• Autodesk Maya - one-year educational licence (renewable) 
• Adobe Substance Painter - one-year educational licence (renewable) 
• Zbrush by Maxon 
• Houdini Apprentice - education licence

3D Animation Specialisation:

• Autodesk Maya – one-year educational licence (renewable)

FX Specialisation: 

• Side Effects Houdini 
• Nuke by Foundry - (non-commercial) educational licence 
• Redshift by Maxon 

We recommend a minimum of 32GB RAM. For more information, see links below to hardware and systems requirements for core subjects and specialisations.

General:

• Shotgrid
• Canvas 
• Nuke by Foundry 

3D Modelling Specialisation:

• Autodesk Maya 
• Adobe Substance Painter 
• Zbrush by Maxon
• Houdini Apprentice 

3D Animation Specialisation:

• Autodesk Maya 

FX Specialisation: 

• Side Effects Houdini  
• Nuke by Foundry  
• Redshift by Maxon

Please note: as the software we use is regularly updated, please check the specs against the latest available version at the time of enrolling.

CG Spectrum Institute ensures that individuals can access high-quality education and professional development without significant financial barriers, empowering them to achieve their goals and excel in their chosen fields.

Australian Students:

All higher education AQF Award Courses offered at CGSI are supported by the Australian Government’s FEE-HELP program.

Domestic students who meet specific eligibility criteria can access FEE-HELP, which allows them to borrow money for all or part of their tuition fees and repay the loan through the tax system once their income reaches a certain threshold.

For more information, please head to the Tuition and Fees page on our website.

International students:

There is a range of financing options suited to your situation and country. Please contact our friendly admissions team for more information on how we can support your learning journey.

CG Spectrum Institute is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).

All CGSI degrees and diplomas are accredited, providing students with credible and recognised qualifications.

About TEQSA:

TEQSA stands for the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency. It is an independent regulatory body in Australia responsible for assuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions. 

TEQSA-accredited qualifications are widely recognised, allowing students to pursue further studies or employment opportunities around the world.

Ready to take the next step toward your future? Head to our application page now to start your creative journey with us. Whether you're aspiring to learn, grow, or advance your career, our application process is your gateway to a world of opportunities. Don't wait any longer; seize the moment and begin your application today. Your future awaits!