Diploma in Arts and Media (Digital Design and Photography) (Level 6)

Graduates of the Diploma in Arts and Media (Graphics and Multimedia) (Level 6) are able to demonstrate the following knowledge and skills and will: Apply the principles of graphic design to multimedia/digital works in their area of choice; develop and apply digital imagery, animation and multimedia solutions using current technology; proficiently use graphics/multimedia software; possess independence and a sense of self-direction in their professional practice; be able to conduct effective research and critically evaluate their work; and have a broad understanding of the ethical, social, philosophical, historic and cultural issues relating to their professional practice Graduates will be able to pursue further educational pathways and will: be qualified to enter into undergraduate degree programmes such as the Bachelor of Arts and Media (Visual Arts and Design). Graduates will be able to consider employment pathways and will: Have a set of relevant management skills for running an independent graphics and/or multimedia practice, and have sufficient studio, design process and problem solving skills to produce work for an graphics and/or multimedia practice.

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is a Government Institute with campuses in Nelson and Marlborough. 

NMIT is a New Zealand Qualifications Authority Category 1 (the highest) Institute.

Our programmes are designed alongside industry to create work-ready graduates that meet local and international job market needs. 

You'll find NMIT tutors care a lot about student success, and classes are small enough that they know you by name.