New Zealand Diploma in Photography
Universal College of Learning (UCOL) Limited
Subject area
Photography
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$7,002
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This qualification is for people seeking entry-level employment or those already employed in the photographic industry.
The photographic industry and creative and cultural sector in Aotearoa New Zealand will benefit by having photographers enter the sector who are trained at an intermediate level.
Graduates will be capable of self-managing within defined guidelines to create photographic works.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
The general conditions of the New Zealand Diploma in Photography, Level 5, state learners must hold a Level 3 qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and/or knowledge. IELTS academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). In additional to this international, applications under the age of 20 must have NCEA equivalency.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$7,002 | $7,002 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,803 | $9,803 |
| Total | $16,805 | $16,805 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
68%
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 | $32,819 |
| Earnings range | $21,996 - $40,622 |
| In employment | 57% |
| In further study | 32% |
| On a benefit | 4% |
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
Tū i te ora scholarship
Provided by:
Northland Regional Council
Website:
https://www.nrc.govt.nz/your-council/work-with-us/funding-and-awards/
Value:
$3000
Graduate Women Manawatu Award - UCOL @ Palm North
Provided by:
UCOL (Universal College of Learning)
Website:
https://www.ucol.ac.nz/study-at-ucol/scholarships
Value:
About $2000 each if three awards made.
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
Phone: (06) 952 7000
Fax: (06) 952 7023
Email: enquiry@ucol.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ucol.ac.nz
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.
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.