Institutions & Courses Design and Arts College of New Zealand Courses
Diploma of Communication Arts and Design
This course is available at the following Design and Arts College of New Zealand campuses:
Christchurch - Canterbury
QUALIFICATION, DURATION, NQF EQUIVALENT LEVEL AND INTAKES
Diploma of Communication Arts and Design - 2 Academic Years, Level 6, January and July
Diploma of Art (Advanced) - 3 Academic Years, Level 7, January
Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design Bachelor of Fine Arts – 4 Academic Years, Level 7, February
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Portfolio and Interview. NCEA Level 2 (High School Year 12) or equivalent.
English language entry requirements, IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
INDIVIDUAL COURSE COMPONENTS
Computer practical, basic design, colour theory, typography, drawing, production, graphic design, design history, photography, business studies, portfolio development.
COURSE SUMMARY
The Graphic Design course is modelled on the working environments of top creative agencies. Students prepare for situations they will encounter in their careers, building confidence and an industry perspective that cannot be taught in a typical class setting.
In the process of working with industry based briefs the students become skilled in working with the software.
