New Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design

The New Zealand Certificate in Art & Design is a project based programme for school leavers and adults who require an introduction to a range of skills and knowledge in the creative professions. You will develop your creative skills preparing you for a career in the fields of arts, design, screen production, fashion and music.

This programme has ‘real life’ opportunities with projects, in a variety of contexts. It will introduce you to the bigger picture of the creative sector and how it operates both locally in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally.

The programme is based on 4 Projects that will lead to your own unique portfolio that can be used to apply for an entry level job in the creative industry or become the basis for further study.

Project 1:  PLAN, PRINT, CONSTRUCT

Set up your e-portfolio, introduction to printmaking and basic textile construction skills

Project 2:  KINETIC CONSTRUCTS

Learn basic woodwork and metalwork skills, and an introduction to design process

Project 3:  DIGITAL PRODUCTION

Learn basic music loop composition, make a short film and an introduction to adobe suite

Project 4:  SHOWCASE

Extend your skills, and learn how to present your work in a formal portfolio and mini exhibition.

You will gain broad introductory knowledge and understanding in a variety of creative contexts.

This qualification is primarily intended to provide a pathway to higher education rather than employment, however, graduates may gain experience in voluntary community projects and small businesses in arts, design, screen production, fashion and music. During this programme students will produce a creative portfolio. Students will produce an individual E-portfolio to document their progress that will support their entry to higher levels of study.

Come in and have a chat about your study options with the staff at our Hawke’s Bay campus. Or, simply give us a call on 0800 22 55 348. And you’re most welcome to visit EIT to view our facilities at any time.

The Certificate in Introduction to Visual Arts and Design is an open entry programme which means no formal academic qualifications are required.  Students must be aged 16 years and over.

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English language entry requirement

Students are required to have attained an acceptable level of English language fluency.  This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including successful study in English, completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3), approved scores on IELTS tests (5.0 Academic with no band score lower than 5), completion of accepted international equivalents, or completion of an EIT Hawke’s Bay assessment.

Entry with credit

This is an introductory level programme and there is no entry with credit. If you already have some of the knowledge and skills taught in this programme, please ask for information about the Bachelor in Visual Arts and Design.

The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland.

Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa.

EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street!

When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.