Dunedin,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Certificate in Visual Arts in Christchurch New Zealand | Otago Polytechnic
Otago Polytechnic
|
Christchurch New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
14,300
(c. USD8,456.06)
Attendance
Full-time
For those looking to begin postgraduate research, this full-time, one-semester Postgraduate Certificate in art offers a structured academic environment. A Visual Arts postgraduate qualification opens doors to diverse career paths, with skills applicable across numerous professional settings. Consider this program as a stepping stone to advanced postgraduate studies—successful completion enables progression into the second semester of the Postgraduate Diploma in Visual Arts. Seize the chance to create critically-engaged studio work and compose a research methodology essay. Experience Otago Polytechnic's exceptional workshop facilities and the Dunedin School of Art's personalized mentorship approach, supported by a vibrant artistic community to foster professional growth.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must have completed a Bachelor of Visual Arts (Level 7) or equivalent qualification at a bachelor's level, OR any other undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
Exceptional applicants not meeting the entry requirements but with appropriate documented professional experience may also be considered.
You must submit an annotated portfolio, curriculum vitae and a project proposal. The portfolio must be no larger than 2MB. See more info in portfolio section below.
Selection for admission includes an interview.
If you do not hold the above qualifications, you must demonstrate appropriate ability through a portfolio and associated writings which will be approved by the Postgraduate Admissions Committee.
International students will be individually assessed to ensure they meet the entry requirements.
If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 6.5, with no less than 6.0 in any band.
OET: Minimum of Grade C+ or 300 in all sub tests
TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT): Score of 79 (with a writing score of 21)
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176. No less than 169 in each skill;
PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50
Language Certificate: C1 Expert IESOL (LRW) with HIGH PASS and no less than 25/50 in each skill or C2 Mastery IESOL (LRW) with PASS and no less than 25/50 Pass in each skill
Tuition
NZD
14,300