Explore student showcases, connect with faculty, and see firsthand the amazing work produced at MDS! Learn more about our programmes and get advice on your next steps.

Saturday, May 24th 2025 l 10am - 3pm

What to Expect:

• Programme Sessions: Join a 45-minute session with Programme Directors to learn more about the course. Check the schedule below to plan your visit!
• Drop-in Sessions: Our teams will be on hand to share insights, answer questions and engage in conversations.
• Showcase sites: From digital artwork to cutting-edge game development, you will have the chance to check out student projects for yourself.
• Q&A Student Panel: Hear from our Student Executive and ask any questions you'd like.
• Student Clubs: Find out how you can get involved if you study at MDS.
• Portfolio Reviews: Bring along your portfolio (on a USB or device) and our team can provide a review to let you know if you're ready to apply or give you advice if there is anything you need to add.
• Enrolment Booth: Bring along your passport or NZ Birth Certificate to speed up your entry into MDS & get help with your application.

See schedule below. Full event programme coming soon.

Please note, only students interested in studying at MDS need to RSVP. You don't need to register accompanying family members.

FOUNDATION:

📍 Programme Session:

Digital Creativity Foundation Programme | 🕛 12:00pm | Level 1, Kupe Room

Showcase:

Foundation showcase | 📍 Level 1

ANIMATION:

📍 Programme Sessions:

Bachelor of Art and Design (3D Animation & VFX)

🕚 11:00am | 🕑 2:00pm | Level 1

Showcase:

3D Animation & VFX film showcase | 📍 Lab 1.04

Portfolio Reviews: 

3D Animation & VFX | 📍 Lab 1.04

MEDIA DESIGN

📍 Programme Sessions:

Bachelor of Media Design

🕙 10:00am | 🕐 1:00pm | Level 1

Showcase:

Bachelor of Media Design showcase | 📍 Level 1 

Portfolio Reviews: 

Bachelor of Media Design | 📍 Level 1, Library

GAMING, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

📍 Programme Sessions:

Bachelor of Software Engineering: Artificial Intelligence

🕙 10:00am | Level 4 Innovation Hub

Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Game Art) & Bachelor of Software Engineering (Game Programming)

🕛 12:00pm | Level 4 Innovation Hub

Bachelor of Information Technology

🕑 2:00pm | Level 4 Innovation Hub

Showcase:

Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Game Art) & Bachelor of Software Engineering showcase | 📍 Level 4 Innovation Hub

Artificial Intelligence showcase | 📍 Level 4 Innovation Hub

Portfolio Review: 

Bachelor of Creative Technologies & Bachelor of Software Engineering | 📍 Room 4.07

GRADUATE DIPLOMA CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

📍 Programme Sessions:

Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies

🕛 12:00pm | Level 2, Boardroom

CREATIVE ADVERTISING AND MASTER OF DESIGN

📍 Programme Sessions:

Graduate Diploma of Creative Advertising

🕚 11:00am | Level 3, Innovation Hub

Master of Design

🕐 1:00pm | Level 3, Innovation Hub

Showcase & all day drop-ins:

Graduate Diploma of Creative Advertising showcase/drop-in  | 📍 Level 3 Innovation Hub

Master of Design showcase/drop-in | 📍 Level 3 Innovation Hub

Unfortunately, we do not have onsite parking but please find nearby carparks here or link bus service information.