Course catalogue / Whitecliffe
Private providerBachelor of Fine Arts
- Qualification
- Bachelor
- NZQF level
- 7
- Duration
- 3 Years Full-time
- Indicative fees
- NZ$27,000/yr
- Location
- Auckland City Symonds Street Campus
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
Portfolio of original artwork, letter of intent, and interview required. Domestic: NCEA University Entrance or equivalent (Literacy 10 credits at Level 2+, subject endorsement in a Level 3 Visual Arts subject preferable) or equivalent qualification, or exceptional NCEA Level 2 marks, or 20+ years old with relevant industry experience. International: must turn 18 within first year, hold NZ qualification or equivalent, meet English and visa requirements.
English requirements
IELTS 6 (no band below 5.5)
“IELTS Test –Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent”
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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 7 July 2026 · always confirm details with Whitecliffe before applying.