Program Overview

Diploma in Visual Arts Tītohu mō te Toi Ataata

The Diploma in Visual Arts Tītohu mō te Toi Ataata is a great choice for those interested in visual arts. This diploma allows students to explore various artmaking techniques and prepare themselves for further study.

Quick Facts

• Programme code: AK2007
• Level: 5
• Points: 120
• Duration: 1 year full-time / part-time available
• Campus: City Campus
• Start date: 22 February 2027

Fees

• Domestic: $9,411.60 (for 120 points), which includes $8,190 tuition fees and $1,221.60 student services levy
• International: $43,121.60 (for 120 points), which includes $41,900 tuition fees and $1,221.60 student services levy
  • Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee.
  • The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
  • International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition.
  • Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.
  • Fees-free study may be available for domestic students.

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

If You Have New Zealand Qualifications

• University Entrance OR
• 42 NCEA level 3 credits, including UE literacy and numeracy, with:
  • 10 credits in each of three approved subjects OR
  • 12 credits in each of two approved subjects and 14 credits across two further subjects If you don't have University Entrance, support will be provided to help identify which diploma courses match your interests and ensure you have the support to succeed in this programme.

If You Have Qualifications from Another Country

See entry requirements for students from other countries. Select your country from the list provided.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS (Academic) 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in Writing and a minimum of 5.0 in other bands, or equivalent

What You Study

You'll become familiar with different 2D and 3D artmaking methods and processes, the history and theories of visual arts, and the importance of mātauranga Māori. You'll also develop your academic knowledge and study skills to give you the confidence for further study.

The courses you study are from the first year of the Bachelor of Visual Arts Te Tohu Paetahi mō Toi Ataata. After completing this diploma, you can cross-credit your courses and transfer to the second year of our visual arts degree. Your diploma courses can also help you decide which subjects you might like to focus on later once you move into our bachelor's degree.

Courses

• Complete the following courses:
  • DIGD507 Mahitahi | Collaborative Practices
  • VSAR504 Core Studio
  • VSAR505 Visual Arts Contexts
• And choose one of:
  • VSAR506 Studio 1: Image and Mark Making
  • VSAR507 Studio 1: Image and Object
• And choose two from:
  • ARDN501 The Fundamentals of Filmmaking
  • ARDN502 Introduction to Creative Business
  • ARDN504 Introduction to Social and Environmental Justice
  • ARDN505 Digital Fabrication I: 2D to 3D
  • ARDN511 The Traveller: Site-Related Practices
  • ARDN516 The Image
  • ARDN517 Experimental Surface Design I
  • ARDN540 Introduction to Drawing, Motion and Animation
  • ARDN541 Introduction to Extended Reality
  • ARDN542 Finding Your Own Voice
  • DESN513 Design for Health
  • DIGD506 Motion Capture
  • LSKL500 Uni101
  • VSAR508 Experimental Drawing: Scale and Process
  • VSAR509 Experimental Moving-image: Scale and Time

Related Programmes

• Bachelor of Visual Arts Te Tohu Paetahi mō Toi Ataata Because you study the same first-year courses as our bachelor's degree students, you can move into the second year of the Bachelor of Visual Arts Te Tohu Paetahi mō Toi Ataata once you've completed this diploma.