Course Overview

The Certificate in Arts + Design focuses on developing skills in drawing, painting, mixed media, and design. It offers opportunities for focused sampling and exploration primarily within the areas of Fine Arts + Photo Media, with some further content relating to Design Innovation and Fashion + Sustainability, all of which underpin the degree-level programmes at Whitecliffe.

The emphasis is on practical projects and deepening students' understanding of the visual arts as well as the principles and the application of design, supported by conceptual content and knowledge. Students are enabled to develop the appropriate skills and can manage projects/briefs under broad guidance. Students are guided to edit, select, and format their best visual outcomes into a portfolio at the end of the programme. Students gain a solid base of art and design-related knowledge, equipping them with the learning strategies, attitudes, and skills for higher-level tertiary study, or entry-level employment in the field.

General Eligibility

Domestic Student Entry Requirements

• Completed application form

• Minimum age: Students must turn 17 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe

• No portfolio required

International Student Entry Requirements

• Completed application form

• Passport copy

• Minimum age: Students must turn 18 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe

• IELTS Academic overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 or equivalent

• An interview may be required - this can be arranged via telephone or online

• No portfolio required

Part Time Work Details

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Language Requirement

• IELTS Academic overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 or equivalent