Bachelor 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

Portfolio of original artwork, letter of intent, and interview required. Domestic: NCEA University Entrance or equivalent CIE/IB (Literacy 10 credits L2+, 5 reading/5 writing) with subject endorsement in a Level 3 Visual Arts subject preferred; or equivalent qualification; or exceptional NCEA L2 marks; or 20+ with relevant industry experience. International: must turn 18 in 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.