Diploma in Arts

Program Overview

The Diploma in Arts offers a comprehensive foundation in culture, society, and communication studies. It enhances academic skills and provides a pathway to further study in various bachelor's degrees, including Arts, Communication Studies, and International Hospitality Management. The program is designed to build confidence and prepare students for success in higher education.

Program Outline

Outline:

Content:

The Diploma in Arts program provides students with a broad understanding of culture and society, or communication studies. It enhances academic knowledge and study skills, building confidence for further study.

Structure:

The program consists of courses from the first year of the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Communication Studies, or Bachelor of International Hospitality Management. Upon completion, students can cross-credit their courses and transfer to the second year of their chosen bachelor's degree.

Course Schedule:

The program is offered full-time or part-time, with a duration of one year. Part-time is not available for students who have narrowly missed University Entrance (UE). The full-time program starts in February.

Individual Modules:

• Communication Studies
• Creative Writing
• Culinary Arts
• Economics
• Education
• Event Management
• Global Tourism
• History
• Hospitality
• International Studies
• Māori Development
• Māori Media
• New Zealand Sign Language and Deaf Studies
• Psychology

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

The Diploma in Arts prepares students for further study in various fields, including:

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Communication Studies
• Bachelor of International Hospitality Management

Opportunities:

The program provides students with the opportunity to:

• Explore different subjects and identify areas of interest for further study
• Develop academic and study skills
• Gain a foundation for a bachelor's degree in three years