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Bachelor of Design and Arts

UCOL

Subject area

Graphic Arts and Design Studies

Duration

3

3 Years

Total student fees

$21,515

over 3 Years - details

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

Graduates of the Bachelor of Design and Arts (with a major in Design Media, Visual Arts or Textiles/Fashion Design) aims to provide an educational and vocational pathway for students to pursue the knowledge, skills and attributes identified as those that support creativity and innovation in the development of professional practice aligned with the 21st century design and arts environment.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

Applicants under the age of 20 years must have University Entrance OR equivalent academic achievement OR on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Executive Dean OR provisional enrolment. IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). In addition to this international applications under the age of 20 must have NCEA equivalency. Further entry requirement details are listed on the UCOL Website.

Detailed requirements

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


Duration

3 Years


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$7,172 $21,515
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$9,429 $28,288
Total $16,601 $49,803

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


Student Success

91%


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 $41,000
Earnings range $33,000 - $50,000
In employment 61%
In further study 26%
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

Phone: (06) 952 7000
Fax: (06) 952 7023
Email: enquiry@ucol.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ucol.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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