About New Zealand Diploma In Arts And Design in Universal College of Learning (UCOL)
Overview
Glass Arts – Hot and kiln-based glass
Visual Arts – 3D sculpture and painting
Design Media – Graphic design, 3D, animation, and publication design
Textiles/Fashion Design – Design, pattern drafting, and construction
The programme will introduce you to a range of materials and methods, and enable you to develop your research skills to create unique solutions.
Develop your proficiency in the language of art and design as you are introduced to a wide range of skills and practices. The compulsory courses cover drawing, art/design history, and putting your skills into practice to meet a brief. These are designed to extend your chosen elective practice.
Learn from our creative and successful team of lecturers, who design and exhibit nationally and internationally. UCOL also has unique collaborative partnerships within its community to add to your learning experience.
Here are some snapshots of the class of 2017 making glass objects and Senior Lecturer - Glass and Visual Arts, Kathryn Wightman demonstrating how to polish glass:
Career & Study Outcomes
- Object design
- Visual arts practice
- Gallery practice
- Commercial glass studios
- Craft production
To find out more about possible job prospects and salaries, see Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Occupation Outlook for Designers and Artists.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : Score of 5.5 with no band lower than 5
- TOEFL : Score of 60 (with a writing score of 18)
- PTE : Score of 50 with no band less than 42
New Zealand Living Expenses
You'll require between $20,000 and $25,000 a year ($380–480 per week) for housing/rent, food, transportation, phone bills, internet usage, and entertainment, in addition to your tuition and insurance fees. The average living expense will be the same for everyone, regardless of their tuition or course price. Please keep in mind that these are only suggestions; the Immigration New Zealand requirement is $15,000 per year including return travel or an additional $2,000.
| General expenses |
Cost
(in NZ dollars) |
| Rent (per month) |
$800–$950 |
| Groceries (per week) |
$100–$150 |
| Gym membership (per year) |
$300 |
| Entertainment (per week) |
$50 |
| Milk (per litre) |
$3 |
| Coca Cola (per can) |
$2 |
| Cup of Coffee |
$3–$5 |
| Lunch from University food hall or campus café |
$7–$12 |
| Local calls made from a cell-phone |
$0.50–$1.50 |
| Taxi - 5 km ride |
$10–$12 |
| Movie ticket |
$10–$14 |
| Visit to doctor |
$45–$85 |
