What is a Character Animator?

Have you ever wanted to create your own Super Mario or Zelda?

You could bring your own characters to life by becoming a video game Character Animator.

Character Animators get to create characters that people use over and over again in the video gaming entertainment industry.

• Character Animators are in demand!

Character Animators work to create and make new characters that are best suited for video games. Video game animation requires Character Animators to understand anatomy (the structure of the body – like bones, muscles and tendons etc), cinematography, 2D and 3D techniques, and special effects and camera animation.

What do Character Animators do?

• forms visual concepts of new characters
• designs character body features, dress etc
• designs the movements of characters by using animation and camera techniques
• creates the character’s voice
• designs the lighting, environment
• uses creative-art software applications to build characters and their environments
• works alongside other animators and game programmers

Are you … ?

• artistic?
• a good illustrator?
• in-tune with modern video gaming trends?
• a lover of video games / computer games?
• detail orientated?
• an out-the-box, innovative thinker?
• someone who enjoys working on the computer?
• interested in art and design?
• a team player?
• someone with good time management skills?

How do I become a Character Animator?

There are a number of ways to study Character Animation. 

Here are a few examples:

• NEMISA: (National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa)

Offers a 3 year Animation programme

• THE ANIMATION SCHOOL

• SAE INSTITUTE

Higher Certificate in Animation & Visual Effects

• PRESTIGE ACADEMY

Offers a 2 year Diploma in 3D Design & Digital Animation

• BOSTON MEDIA HOUSE

Offers a 3 year Diploma in 3D Animation Concept Art

• UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND

Offers:

3 year Bachelor of Engineering Science in Digital Art BEngSc (Digital Art)

Bachelor of Arts in Performing & Visual Arts majoring in Game Design BAPVA (Game Design)

The minimum requirements are different for each institution so check with your institution of choice what theirs is.

Here is a rough guideline:

• Grade 12
• English
• Mathematics
• Portfolio of work

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Graphic Designer … or … Web Designer

Is becoming a Character Animator the right career choice for me?

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What is a Computer Graphics Animator?

A Computer Graphics Animators is a specialised graphic designer who works on animating graphics in the video gaming industry. 

Areas they may choose to work in:

2-Dimensional

such as side scrollers, which means that the player of the game will only see a left-to-right scroll of the game

3-Dimensional

such as 3D first person shooting games, where it feels as if the player can move into the screen)

Every aspect of a video game consists of a module or level that has to be integrated into a whole to form the final game.

What does a Computer Graphics Animator do?

• creates the artwork
• develops or programmes the environment such as the buildings, natural scenery or roads
• creates the difficulty-level in the design

Each level is pre-planned and approved by the producer, but could be changed as many times as it takes before production.

Are you … ?

• creative?
• interested in computers and computer games?
• a person who keeps up to date with technology and gaming trends?
• competitive?
• logical?
• detail orientated?
• a quick thinker?
• good with colour?
• able to think in 3D?

How do I become a Computer Graphics Animator?

There are a number of ways to study.

Here are a few examples:

• FALSE BAY COLLEGE

CLICK HERE

Offers a 1 year full time Animation National Certificate

• NEMISA: (National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa)

Offers a 3 year Animation programme

• THE ANIMATION SCHOOL

• SAE INSTITUTE

Higher Certificate in Animation & Visual Effects

• PRESTIGE ACADEMY

Offers a 2 year Diploma in 3D Design & Digital Animation

• BOSTON MEDIA HOUSE

Offers a 3 year Diploma in 3D Animation Concept Art

• UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND

Offers: 

3 year Bachelor of Engineering Science in Digital Art BEngSc (Digital Art)
Bachelor of Arts in Performing & Visual Arts majoring in Game Design BAPVA (Game Design)

The minimum requirements are different for each institution so check with your institution of choice what theirs is.

Here is a rough guideline:

• Grade 12
• English
• Mathematics
• Portfolio of work

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Graphic Designer … or … Web Designer

Is becoming a Computer Graphics Animator the right career choice for me?

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to meet Lani Greenhill: Film Animator

What is a Film Animator?

Film Animators are generally employed by production houses which produce television, film, visual presentations, software games etc. 

Their main role in a production house is to tell as story through animation or motion graphics using:

• 2D drawings

• 3D models and/or computer generated animation

A Film Animator turns an idea into series of visual images to communicate with viewers the desired message or story. 

Film Animators may first begin with drawings, paintings, or sculptures, and then innovatively turn these lifeless images into movie scenes with the aid of computer software and cameras.

Film Animators may work for film crews and television crews, generating scenes from a script or storyboard (a sequence of drawings portraying the plot) sketches.

Film Animators often work project to project and often freelance.

What does a Film Animator do?

• works with clients
• creates storyboards from a client’s brief
• sketches, draws, paints, or sculpts characters and objects from ideas
• designs and builds models from modelling clay, plaster, wood and styro-foam etcbuilding a portfolio showcasing their work
• creates each picture frame
• uses computer software to edit the animation
• makes sure timing of the movements and the sound are co-ordinated
• lights the set for 3D model animation
• chooses & lays a sound track

Are you … ?

• creative?
• artistic?
• able to draw well?
• original?
• patient?
• able to work under pressure?
• able to communicate your ideas effectively?
• interested in film and television?
• someone who likes working with computers?

How do I become a Film Animator?

• FALSE BAY COLLEGE

CLICK HERE

Offers a 1 year full time Animation National Certificate

http://www.falsebaycollege.co.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=featured&Itemid=101

Training is highly recommended. There are a number of various ways to become a Film Animator.

See under Fine Artist for more details.

Most universities will offer a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts or offer a similar diploma.

Training in animation is required given the technical nature of the craft. See under Computer Graphics Animator for more details.

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Film Production Designer … or … Sound Engineer

Is becoming a Film Animator the right career choice for me?

Other names for Computer / Video Game Designer:

What is a Computer / Video Game Designer?

If you love computer / video games, then being a Computer / Video Game Designer may be your dream job.

The computer / video game design industry is a booming and highly competitive industry.

• Video Game Designers are in demand!

A Computer / Video Game Designer is like a scriptwriter for the movies, but works in the field of computer simulation (imitating the appearance of reality).

Their only limitations are their own imagination and their client’s budget.

Computer / Video Game Designers are the creative thinkers in the development of a game, and they become the storytellers in how the game is to be played. They are master storytellers involved from the development of the game right through to its ending.
To be successful, Computer / Video Game Designers need to be extremely imaginative. 

Computer / Video Game Designers may specialise in certain skills: some may be brilliant at designing puzzles, while others may specialise in creating entertaining storylines.  Often computer / video game programmers will seek a Video Game Designer based on what the game needs and the designer’s reputation.

A Computer / Video Game Designer maybe considered a Graphic Designer who specialises in 3D Graphics.

They may be employed in a company, freelance or do contractual work on a part-time basis.

There are different styles of computer games:

Simulation

where the player takes on a real-world situation

Strategy

 where the player takes on opponents using strategic and tactical moves

Role-playing

 where the player controls characters in fantasy or science fiction environments

Action

 where the player needs a quick eye and reaction to make his moves against a character

What does a Computer / Video Game Programmer do?

• meets with clients to discuss requirements
• explains to clients what is technically possible
  
• works with a team of developers, programmers, and other designers
• designs the layouts and settings of different levels in the game
• plans the game’s storyline
• creates characters
• presents finished design to clients
  
• keeps up to date wiht technology developments
  
• tests a copy of the game for snags and problems

Are you … ?

• imaginative?
• willing to work long hours?
• interested in computer programming, animation, and graphics?
• organized?
• able to work in a team?
• analytical?
• a good communicator?

How do I become a Computer / Video Game Designer?

There are a number of ways to study.

PATH 1

Diploma in Multi-Media

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Tshwane Univeersity of Technology
• University of Johannesburg

PATH 2

Bachelor of Technology Multi-Media 

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Tshwane Univeersity of Technology
• University of Johannesburg
• Vaal University of Technology

PATH 3

Bachelor of Multi-Media

• University of Johannesburg
• University of Pretoria

Here are a few other examples:

• NEMISA: (National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa)

Offers a 3 year Animation programme

• THE ANIMATION SCHOOL

• SAE INSTITUTE

Higher Certificate in Animation & Visual Effects

• PRESTIGE ACADEMY

Offers a 2 year Diploma in 3D Dsign & Digital Animation

• BOSTON MEDIA HOUSE

Offers a 3 year Diploma in 3D Animation Concept Art

• UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND

Offers: 

3 year Bachelor of Engineering Science in Digital Art BEngSc (Digital Art)

Bachelor of Arts in Performing & Visual Arts majoring in Game Design BAPVA (Game Design)

Here is a rough guideline:

Grade 12
English
Mathematics
Portfolio of work

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Graphic Designer … or … Web Designer

Is becoming a Computer / Video Game Designer the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 251302

Other names for Web Designer:

• Html Coder / Developer
• Internet Developer
• Web Editor / Designer
• Web Programmer
• Web Publishing Advisor
• Website Architect
• Website Developer

What is a Web Designer?

Web Designer’s job is to create exciting and functional websites that people will return to.

Web Designers work with web developers/programmers to plan, build, and maintain websites either working freelance, on contract or consultancy for companies/government, or as part of marketing/advertising firms.

Web Designer’s create and design the front end of World Wide Web (www.) applications. The front end of a website is what everyone sees, like the exterior of a car. Whereas, the back end, what a web developer creates, is like the engine under the hood of a car.

The types of websites Web Designers create are forever expanding.

Here are a few major examples: 

• Information portals: eg: www.careerplanet.co.za
• Search engines: eg: Google
• On-line Business sites: eg: Amazon
• On-line Banking sites: eg: Standard Bank
• Social networking sites: eg: Facebook
• Entertainment sites: eg: YouTube

What does a Web Designer do?

• identifies the market – who the potential users are
• liaises with clients – understanding their vision and requirements
• negotiates contracts with clients
• designs layout, colour and fonts
• designs graphics
• creatse artistic and user-friendly functions
• improves the SEO (search engine optimization), the ranking on search engines
• re-designs existing websites for clients

Are you …?

• artistic?
• computer savvy?
• knowledgable about the Web?
• a good listener?
• imaginative?
• organized?
• work well under pressure?

How do I become a Web Designer?

Very successful Web Designers have a background and/or training in graphic design.  For here, they will move into becoming a Web Designer.

There are many study options to becoming a Web Designer. 

PATH 1

National Diploma in Information Technology 

Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology (BTech)

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Mangosutho University of Technology
• Tshwane University of Technology
• UNISA
• Vaal University of Technology
• Walter Sisulu University

PATH 2

Bachelor Degree of Information Technology

Courses at Private Institutions:

CTU TRAINING SOLUTIONS

They offer a Web Development Course: CLICK HERE

• Become a Web Developer / Website Designer today!
• You will learn how to write computer programmes for websites as well as learn how to ‘design’ one.
• You will use both internet programming tools as well as graphic computer packages.
• If you enjoy computers, this may be the career for you!

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Graphic Designer … or … Art Director … or … Computer Game Designer

Is becoming a Web Designer the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 343101

Other names for Photographer:

• Aerial Photographer
• Documentary Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Medical Photographer
• News Photographer
• Photo Finish / Post Production Photographer
• Photographer and Image Recording Equipment Operato
• Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Sports Photographer
• Technical Photographer

What is a Photographer?

A Photographer is a person who makes a living out of taking photographs (photos).

Photographers usually specialise in one area, for example:

• fine art (self expression)
• fashion (shooting models in exotic locations or in a studio)
• food (for recipe books, magazines etc)
• advertising (product shots, shots for magazines, internet etc)
• editorial/journalism (news:  internet, newspapers etc)
• social photography (weddings and events)
• aerial photography (taken from a plane or helicopter)
• wildlife
• landscapes
• portraits etc

Photographer should have a natural sense of design and composition.  They must be observant.

About 50% of professional Photographers are self-employed.  The others usually work for a wide range of employers depending on which area of photography they have specialised in.

What does a Photographer do?

This will depend on what field you specialise in but here are a few tasks that you may encounter:

• works with clients to discuss brief
• looks for appropriate photographic subjects, locations and opportunities
• researches details and preparing for shoot
• works in different locations
• uses an extensive range of technical photographic equipment
• talks to models to put them at ease   
• arranges still life objects, products, scenes, props and backgrounds
• liaises with other professionals, for example: graphic designers etc
• checks for quality and touches up on the computer where needed
• keeps up to date with industry trends and developments and new techniques
• develops their own skills to enhance images, for example: cropping, colour enhancing etc
• manages and markets the business

Are you … ?

• passionate about photography?
• familiar with cameras and how they work?
• good with composition?
• observant?
• a person with a good eye?
• detail orientated?
• good with colour?

How do I become a Photographer?

There are many courses you can do:

PATH 1

Higher Certificate in Photography: NQF Level 5

PATH 2

Certificate in Photography: NQF Level 4

PATH 3

Diploma in Photography

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
• Tshwane University of Technology
• University of Johannesburg
• Vaal University of Technology

PATH 4

Bachelor of Technology in Photography  (BTech)

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Central University of Technology
• Durban University of Technology
• Tshwane University of Technology
• University of Johannesburg
• UNISA
• Vaal University of Technology
• Walter Sisulu University

Many private schools around South Africa offer courses in Photography.  Check your local area for Photography schools.

Here are a few examples:

• STELLENBOSCH ACADEMY OF DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY

• VEGA PHOTOGRAPHY SCHOOL

• CAPE TOWN SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY

• COLLEGE OF DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Photojournalist … or … Camera Operator … or … Food Stylist

Is becoming a Photographer the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 343101

Other names for Photojournalist:

What is a Press Photographer? What is a Photojournalist?

A Press Photographer (Photojournalist) tells a news story mainly through pictures (using both stills and video).

The “press” usually refers to newspapers.

Press Photographers or Photojournalists tend to travel a lot.  Their bags are usually small and light for easy movement.  They usually carry with them a couple of cameras, lenses, a flash and a notebook and pen to record details and even write stories.  Most Photojournalists are also reporters.

Photojournalists work within a strict ethical framework which demands that the work is both honest and impartial. 

What does a Photojournalist do?

• getting and finishing between 2 and 6 assignments (approx.) in an eight-hour workday.
• spotting possible news worthy stories
• setting deadlines
• getting accurate directions to locations
• arriving early at locations
• setting up equipment, prepare backgrounds and work out angles
• taking photographs
• editing them according to ‘press’ specifications
• being on call, working shifts, being ready 24-7 to shoot news stories
• being ready at all times with equipment

Are you … ?

• interested in the news?
• love photography?
• work on your own?
• motivated?
• quick thinker?
• confident?
• energetic?
• a keen writer?
• handle yourself in stressful or volatile situations?
• stake out locations for long  periods of time?

How do I become a Press Photographer? How do I become a Photojournalist?

Photojournalists usually need a college degree or diploma in photography. They must keep up-to-date with the latest photography equipment eg cameras, scanners, software and internet technology. 

Photojournalists are always attending launches of new products, conferences etc to keep themselves skilled.

A good Photojournalist always maintains their portfolio. This shows the photographer’s skill with a wide variety of photographic subjects and covers a wide range of techniques. Their portfolio usually consists of approximately 20 images.  It’s important that Photojournalists get their photography published.

For TRAINING OPTIONS: CLICK HERE

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Camera Operator … or … Photographer

Is becoming a Press Photographer / Photojournalist the right career choice for me?

OFO No:

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Youtube example of a great Pyrotechnician’s work!

What is a Fireworks Display Artist?  / What is a Pyrotechnician? – (pronounced pie-roh-tek-nish-an)

They are firework experts. So, if you like creating exciting visual experiences, are interested in science and are slightly creative – then becoming a Pyrotechnician may just be the big-bang job for you!

A Pyrotechnician is a licensed individual who creates explosions for:

• Firework displays
• Special effects for movies and theatre
• Breaking rock in mines and quarries

Pyrotechnics find work locally as well as overseas.  It’s a very exciting, sometimes dangerous job.  One has to be extremely responsible and trustworthy.

What does a Pyrotechnician do?

• discusses the project in detail
• works out all the logistics, planning, setting up, etc
• quotes on the job
• draws up a ‘plan’ showing firework positions, measurements, quantities etc
• orders or makes up the fireworks
• arranges the fireworks according to plan
• makes sure all safety measures are in place
• detonates the devices on time

Are you … ?

• passionate about fireworks and special effects?
• creative?
• responsible?
• trustworthy?
• interested in science & chemistry?
• safety conscious?
• detail orientated?
• observant?
• accurate?
• innovative?
• willing to work long and unusual hours?

How do I become a Fireworks Display Artist / Pyrotechnician?

There is no formal training that one can do to become a Pyrotechnician.

However to become a Pyrotechnician one has to do an apprenticeship (approx. 2 years) through an already licensed Pyrotechnician. 

Once you have completed the apprenticeship and done the required number of events/shows, you will then be required to pass an exam with the Chief Inspector of Explosives in Gauteng (Pretoria).

There are 4 Pyrotechnic licenses available:

• Stage (small explosions, fires, smoke etc)
• Fireworks (displays at shows, launches, celebrations etc)
• Movie (special FX, blowing things up, fires etc)
• Blasting (mining and stone-quarry industries)

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Stunt Person … or … Fire Fighter

Is becoming a Fireworks Display Artist / Pyrotechnician the right choice for me?

OFO No: 243101

Other names for Creative Director:

What is a Creative Director?

CLICK HERE

to Meet Dan Nash, Creative Director

Do you have a wonderfully imaginative and creative mind? Does the world of advertising excite you? As a Creative Director you will be responsible in developing high-level concepts for design projects and company branding.

The Creative Director has the responsibility of determining the best way to creatively and visually represent a Company’s identity through logos, advertising campaigns etc.

It’s a very people-oriented career, involving the development of high-level concepts for design projects. 

It’s a very high-octane kind of job with loads of deadlines, stress and criticism, however, a career as a Creative Director can be adrenalin-fuelled, exciting and very rewarding. 

If you are at the top of your game, you can also earn a lot of money.

The Creative Director heads up a team of creative graphic designers who assist in the development of visual designs for clients.

Creative Directors can also work in other artistic fields like fashion, film and television etc.

What does a Creative Director do?

• leads and co-ordinates creative sessions for project kick-offs and brain-storming
• manages multiple projects from concept through completion
• develops creative programs and designs concepts that meet the criteria needed to advance the brand strategy
• establishes creative direction for the entire line of online services and programs
• constantly researches market trends
• keeps up-to-date with creative moves and trends
• manages and motivates a team of designers
• works with large budgets

Are you … ?

• extremely creative and an out-the-box thinker?
• innovative?
• a good motivator?
• hard worker?
• able to hand rejection?
• able to work long and unusual hours?
• deadline driven?
• able to handle stress?
• competitive?

How do I become a Creative Director?

A lot of Creative Directors start their careers as Graphic Designers and from there, work their way up the corporate ladder through experience and hard work. 

By doing this, they have a better understanding of all the various art departments, processes and ‘traffic’. With this understanding, it makes them better, more empathic directors.

A background or studies in design and business would be extremely beneficial.

PATH 1

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Marketing

At most Universities of Technology

PATH 2

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Graphic Design

At most Univerties of Technology

PATH 3

Bachelor degree in Marketing

PATH 4

Bachelor degree in Graphic Visual Design

North West University

University of KZN

University of Pretoria

PATH 5

Bachelor of Graphic Visual Design NQF Level 8

North West University 

University of Stellenbosch

PATH 6

Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing

University of Cape Town

University of KZN

UNISA

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Graphic Designer … or … Film Director

Is becoming a Creative Director the right career choice for me?

Other names for Industrial Designer:

What is an Industrial Designer?

Industrial Designers design and create products.  It’s important that the product is functional and easy to use.  It must be designed with the end-user in mind.

Industrial Designers may specialise in a particular field:

Furniture Designers:  design and create pieces for mass manufacture for domestic as well as commercial use.

Appliance Designers:  design and create products and appliances, for example:

White goods:  washing machines, dishwashers, fridges etc 
Household:  toasters, irons, vacuum cleaners etc 
Electronic: computers, laptops, pads, phones, ipods, etc

Vehicle/Transport Designers:  design and create all forms of transport from saloon cars to trucks, trains etc
Miscellaneous Designers:  design and create anything from funky soup spoons to innovative garden hoses etc and everything in between!

What does an Industrial Designer do?

• meetswith clients or manufacturers to discuss product to be designed
• researches the market for the product
• makes sure the approach to design factors in how the product will be used
• makes preliminary drawings
• makes proto-types and testing them in the environment it is intended to be used
• making adjustments
• once perfected – sends technical drawings to manufacturing department
• proposes new products they have invented/improved upon
• keeps up to date with trends and needs the market

Are you … ?

• creative and artistic?
• innovative?
• a person who can imagine in 3d?
• practical?
• logical?
• empathic?
• artistic and creative, yet practical
• a good communicator?
• technical?
• a person with engineering knowledge?
• able to handle rejection?
• a person who understands what’s marketable?

How do I become an Industrial Designer?

PATH 1

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

National Diploma in Textile Technology 

National Diploma in 3D Design

Durban University of Technology

National Diploma in Textile Design & Technology

National Diploma in Textile Technology

National Diploma in 3D Design

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

National Diploma in Textile Design & Technology

National Diploma in Ceramic Design

Tshwane University of Technology

National Diploma in 3D Design

National Diploma in Textile Design & Technology

University of Johannesburg

National Diploma in 3D Design

 National Diploma in Ceramic Design

Vaal University of Technology

National Diploma in Ceramic Design

PATH 2

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Textile Technology 

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Industrial Design

Central University of Technology

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Ceramic Design

Durban University of Technology

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Textile Design & Technology

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Textile Technology

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Textile Design & Technology

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Ceramic Design

Tshwane University of Technology

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Textile Design & Technology

University of Johannesburg

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Industrial Design

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Ceramic Design

Vaal University of Technology

BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Ceramic Design

PATH 3

Bachelor degree in Industrial Design

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Furniture Designer … or … Set Designer 

Is becoming an Industrial Designer the right career choice for me?