New Zealand Diploma in Arts and Design

NMIT

Subject area

Fine Arts

Qualification

Duration

1

1 Year

Total student fees

$6,471

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This qualification is designed for ākonga/learners who are seeking to develop broad technical skills and conceptual knowledge in arts, craft or design creative practice.

A range of industries will benefit from graduates who possess arts, craft or design creative capabilities.

Graduates will be able to operate independently within arts, craft and/or design creative and commercial environments.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

University Entrance: NCEA L3 (60 credits at L3, 20 credits at L2 or higher) which must include: 14 credits at L3 in each of three subjects including at least one from the following subject list: Painting; Design; Photography; Sculpture; Printmaking; Graphics; Design; Textiles; Media Studies; Drama; Materials Technology; Digital Technology; English; History; Social Sciences or Art History as well as Literacy - 10 credits at L2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading, 5 credits in writing and Numeracy - 10 credits at L1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627) OR a qualification on the NZQF at L4 or above in a related discipline OR a qualification or examination recognised as equivalent to achievement of NCEA L3 (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination). Alternative Requirements: Applicants (including those over 20 years of age) unable to evidence that they meet Academic Requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, may be approved for alternative entry by the Curriculum Manager (or delegate). English Language Requirements: Result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Table: IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 5.5 in each band). Note: Applicants who do not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact NMIT for an assessment. Applicants who have achieved NCEA L3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills. 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. Other Requirements: Portfolio of work showing ability in arts and design. To complete practical aspects of the programme: Access to a suitable workspace and Access to materials suitable for meeting assessment requirements

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

1 Year


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$6,471 $6,471
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$8,863 $8,863
Total $15,334 $15,334

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

98%


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings $40,000
Earnings range $32,000 - $48,000
In employment 54%
In further study 32%
On a benefit 3%

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 422 733
Phone: (03) 546 9175
Fax: (03) 546 3325
Email: info@nmit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nmit.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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