Do you love to perform or want to work behind the scenes in a real working theatre? The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is your pass to an exciting future in performance and/or production. Programme overview This programme is ideal if you want to go on to higher-level study in performance, in the technical aspects of production in theatre, or if you’re unsure what area to focus on and want to explore acting and technical production. It's also perfect for people already in employment in this industry who want to improve their personal communication and professional presentation skills. This programme starts with a base in performance history, acting and technical production basics, as well as collaborative project based learning, and builds with Identity and Communication Highlights Emphasis on practical skills and project based learning: you could be designing an advertising campaign; participating in a panel discussion with your fellow students; creating performance pieces or making your own videos Learn from Lecturers who are eager to share their industry experience with you Access to Unitec's excellent performing arts facilities and collaboration with other students from other arts disciplines A mix of classroom sessions, practical workshops, critique sessions, student seminars, discussions, presentations and online learning Option to take some courses on a stand-alone basis A chance to take classes in Unitec's marae, a great setting to explore Māori oratorical traditions and the role of culture in communication CAREER OPTIONS Entry into further study toward a career in art and design in creative industries.