Course Overview
If you want to learn more about art and design this course is a great place to start exploring your creativity.
You’ll learn hands-on introductory skills in drawing, illustration, design, mixed media, 3D technologies as well as photography and practice how to apply creative techniques to meet an artistic brief.
Our tutors are practising artists able to teach you a range of introductory skills in arts, crafts and design as well as provide insight into what it is like to work in creative industries.
This course also provides great study foundation and skills to pathway into the New Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design (level 4) course, or go onto higher level study if you are wanting to further develop your creativity.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 3)
| Locations | Rotorua |
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| Next intake | Feb 2023 View more details |
| Study options |
19 weeks full-time, including holidays (if applicable) |
| Total credits | 60 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Indicative Fees | $3,120 for domestic students View full fees information |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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Career opportunities
This course is primarily intended to provide a pathway to higher education rather than employment, but you may gain experience in voluntary community projects and small businesses in arts, crafts and design.
Topics you'll cover
- Creative Culture: Ahurea Auaha
- Creative Project: Hinonga Auaha.
Plus, choose one of the following:
- 2D Design: Hoahoa Ahu-2 and 3D Design: Hoahoa Ahu-3, or
- Māori Design: Hoahoa Māori and Māori Weaving: Raranga
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | $3,120 for domestic students |
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* Important fee information, and hints and tips
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There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.
Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you're studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
For courses at levels 1-3, domestic and international students will be required to:
Provide evidence of ability to complete academic requirements.
English language requirements
Level 3 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
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Course Locations and Intake Information
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rotorua | Mokoia Campus | 20 Feb 2023 |
Study options
- 19 weeks full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
