Bachelor of Design
Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd
Subject area
Graphic Arts and Design Studies
Qualification
Duration
3 Years
Total student fees
$21,114
over 3 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The aim of this programme is to enable applied design across a range of media through creative idea development in a context of socially-responsive studio practice.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Requirements NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at level 3 and 20 credits at level 2 or higher) which must include 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved* subjects and Literacy* - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading, 5 credits in writing and Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627) OR New Zealand Certificate in Creativity (Level 4) OR New Zealand Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 4) OR New Zealand Certificate in Fashion (Level 4) OR New Zealand Diploma in Arts & Media (Level 5) OR New Zealand Diploma in Digital Design (Level 5), or equivalent Note: Students who have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (eg International Baccalaureate, Cambridge examination) should contact Ara for requirements. * NZQA approved subjects: see http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance Additional Requirements: portfolio, written statement, interview (please see Ara website for details) English Requirements: IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 5.5 in all subtests). For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart. Students who have achieved NCEA L3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English Language Skills.
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)
|
$7,038 | $21,114 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,370 | $28,111 |
| Total | $16,408 | $49,225 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
96%
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 | $39,925 |
| Earnings range | $30,019 - $46,994 |
| In employment | 76% |
| In further study | 14% |
| On a benefit | 3% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Ngā Ara Mātua Scholarship
Provided by:
Victoria University of Wellington - The Scholarships Office
Website:
http://www.victoria.ac.nz/study/student-finance/scholarships
Value:
$2500 - This scholarship can be used for tuition fees and/or accommodation
Fuji Xerox AUT Undergraduate Scholarship
Provided by:
Auckland University of Technology
Website:
http://www.aut.ac.nz/scholarships
Value:
$6,750
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 242 476
Phone: (0800) 24 24 76
Fax: (03) 366 6544
Email: info@ara.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ara.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.