Discover your passion at MDS Unleashed while you explore the worlds of Gaming, Animation, Coding, IT, AI, Advertising, and Design.
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 23rd 2026 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 Alumni Panel: Hear from our recent Alumni and ask any questions you'd like.
- 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 (Level 1): Bring along your passport or NZ Birth Certificate to speed up your entry into MDS & get help with your application.
See schedule below
Please note, only students interested in studying at MDS need to RSVP. You don't need to register accompanying family members.
| Time | Sessions | Where |
| 10am-10:45am | ||
| Foundation Studies | Kupe Room (Level 1) | |
| Bachelor of Software Engineering: Artificial Intelligence | Innovation Hub (Level 4) | |
| 11am-11:45am | ||
| Bachelor of Art and Design (3D Animation & VFX) | Kupe Room (Level 1) | |
| 12pm-12:45pm | ||
| Bachelor of Information Technology | Innovation Hub (Level 4) | |
| Graduate Diploma of Creative Technologies | Room 4.05 (Level 4) | |
| Graduate Diploma of Creative Advertising | Innovation Hub (Level 3) | |
| 1pm-1:45pm | ||
| Bachelor of Media Design (Graphic, Motion, UI/UX) | Kupe Room (Level 1) | |
| Master of Design | Innovation Hub (Level 3) | |
| 2pm-2:45pm | ||
Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Game Art) & Bachelor of Software Engineering (Game Programming) | Innovation Hub (Level 4) | |
| Time | Showcase Sites | Where |
| ALL DAY | Film viewing | Room 4.07 (Level 4) |
| ALL DAY | Hands-on demos of Z-Brush, Substance 3D Painting, & Green Screen Technology | Room 4.06 (Level 4) |
| ALL DAY | Foundation studies showcase | Level 1, Kitchen |
| ALL DAY | Bachelor of Media Design showcase | Level 1, Kitchen |
| ALL DAY | Games showcase | Innovation Hub (Level 4) |
| ALL DAY | Artificial Intelligence showcase | Innovation Hub (Level 4) |
| Time | Portfolio Reviews | Where |
| ALL DAY | Foundation Studies | Lab 1.04 (Level 1) |
| ALL DAY | 3D Animation & VFX portfolio reviews | Room 4.06 (Level 4) |
| ALL DAY | Bachelor of Media Design portfolio reviews | Level 1, Library |
| ALL DAY | Bachelor of Creative Technologies & Bachelor of Software Engineering portfolio reviews | Lab 4.02 (Level 4) |
| Time | Additional | Where |
| ALL DAY | Enrolment Booth | Student Kitchen (Level 1) |
| 11am-2pm | Wedge Ave Pizza Food Truck | Madden St. Entrance |
| 10am-1pm | Hero Coffee - first 100 free | Madden St. Entrance |
Unfortunately, we do not have onsite parking but please find nearby carparks here or link bus service information.
