Course details

NZ Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 4)
NZQF Level 4

About the course

The next step in your career in the creative industries

This project based programme is ideal for school leavers or adults who would like an introduction to a range of hands on and digital skills in visual creative media.

Successful completion of this certificate will assist your application into one of the Level 5 diplomas in Art and Design, Fashion or Screen Production, or the Bachelor of Creative Practice.

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Outline

During the NZ Certificate in Arts and Design [Level 4] you will develop skills and knowledge in a range of hands on media, and build entry level skills in Adobe Creative Suite programmes.

As a graduate of this qualification you will be able to:

  • Apply a variety of introductory skills and techniques in art, design and fashion.
  • Apply creative processes and techniques to solve problems in response to a brief.
  • Demonstrate introductory work practices in the creative arts, and explore potential education and employment pathways.

Subject Areas

  • Drawing / Painting
  • Creative process
  • Garment construction
  • Small object and interior/set design
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe CC, Photoshop, Illustrator, Aero and Premiere Pro
  • Portfolio development

Career and Study Opportunities

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

The NZ Certificate in Arts and Design [Level 4] can lead you to apply for entry into the Level 5 Diplomas in Arts and Design, Fashion or Screen Production, or the Bachelor of Creative Practice.

The portfolio content completed during the programme can be used to support an application for further study or look for an entry level job in New Zealand’s creative industries.

Academic Learning Services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

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Hawke’s Bay Campus
Tairāwhiti Campus

About the provider

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.

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