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Universities New Zealand Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus Courses New Zealand Diploma in Arts and Design

New Zealand Diploma in Arts and Design

Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Christchurch, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 22,252
Country Rank#18
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6

Program Overview

This diploma aims to develop the technical and thinking skills needed to work as art practitioner or designer at an introductory level. You'll gain core skills in areas such as creative idea generation, drawing, printmaking and sculpture in a range of materials. You'll also become familiar with using computers for creative work using Adobe Creative Suite software.

As well as studio courses, you'll complete a contextual studies course. This is the main academic subject, and includes communication skills, a background in the history and sociology of creative practices, insights into contemporary professional ethics and bi-cultural issues.

Course Content
Level 5
- Digital Skills
- Ways of Seeing - 2D and 3D
- Design Principles - 2D and 3D
- Drawing and Photography
- Introduction to Design and Printmaking
- Introduction to 3D
- Contextual Studies
- Creative Process
Entry Requirement
English Requirements
What if English is not my first Language?

If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.

Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.

If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.

IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?

You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills.

Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic
- 5.5 Listening
- 5.5 Reading
- 5.5 Writing
- 5.5 Speaking
Fees & Scholarships
Domestic Fee
$6,407 - $7,221 per year
Career Prospect
This programme is primarily designed to develop your skills and provide a pathway to a personal art practice. Upon successful completion of the diploma, you may choose to engage in further study, or spend time developing your own visual art.

Cost Of Studying At Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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