Art Courses in New Zealand

Study an art and design degree in New Zealand

International students applying to study art in New Zealand must choose the right university or Arts school by the specific art form they wish to learn. Each art school has different equipment and specialisations to help you learn.

Studio-based work is central to all Art courses and can include painting, sculpture, installation, painting, photography and digital media, with students specialising in their areas of interest. Universities often invite professional artists and critics to talk to students and include a public display of final-year students' art and the professional artists’ studio works.

Graduate Art Careers

Art graduates will move into careers in multimedia, publishing, advertising, museums, galleries, fashion, and the film industry, doing a wide range of roles, including photography, illustration, graphic design, interior design and website design.

Art Entry Requirements

Entry requirements vary for each New Zealand university. International students will need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, no lower than 6.0 in each component, and an International Baccalaureate score of 34 points. A personal portfolio of work is a must; some art schools prefer prior knowledge of art history and related subjects.

Where can I study Art and Design in New Zealand?

Learn more about New Zealand universities that offer art and design courses below:

• University of Auckland
• University of Otago
• Auckland University of Technology
• The University of Waikato
• Victoria University of Wellington
• University of Canterbury
• Massey University
• Unitec Institute of Technology
• Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
• Wintec

Study Art in New Zealand

If you are interested in studying an art course at a New Zealand university, arrange a free consultation with SI-New Zealand today.