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Design and Arts College of New Zealand

The Design and Arts College of New Zealand is New Zealand government funded (TEC) and registered (NZQA). We are the only South Island independent tertiary institute dedicated to design and arts education. D&A; brings around 350 students from around New Zealand, the Pacific, Asia, Europe and the Americas together with over 70 professionals to create a community of people passionate about design and arts.

Christchurch - Canterbury

Christchurch - Canterbury

Christchurch is the main centre of the Canterbury region, an elegant old city close to the Southern Alps.

The Design and Arts College of New Zealand is the South Island’s only tertiary institute dedicated to design and arts education. D&A is New Zealand government funded (TEC) and registered (NZQA). D&A courses are designed and taught by industry professionals, to ensure student success in the creative industries. D&A educates the next generation of designers and artists in the following courses: Foundation, Foundation Preparation, Fine Arts, Contemporary Photography, Graphic Design, Architectural Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design and Makeup Design. Thousands of D&A graduates are now working as professionals in their fields in New Zealand and around the world. Enrol now for your start in the creative industries!