Course catalogue / Whitecliffe
Private providerBachelor of Fine Arts
- Qualification
- Bachelor
- NZQF level
- 7
- Duration
- 3 Years Full-time
- Indicative fees
- NZ$10,734/yr
- Location
- Auckland City Symonds Street Campus
- Audience
- Domestic students
Entry requirements
Must present a portfolio of original artwork, submit a letter of intent, and attend an interview. Domestic: NCEA University Entrance or equivalent CIE/IB (Literacy 10 credits at level 2+, subject endorsement in Level 3 Visual Arts preferable) or equivalent qualification, or exceptional NCEA Level 2 marks with UE literacy, or 20+ years old with relevant industry experience/skills.
English requirements
IELTS 6 (no band below 5.5)
“Meet English language requirements: 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.