Study Programme Details
City: Christchurch
Country: New Zealand
Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session
Study Format: Full Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Embark on a transformative academic journey with the one-year Diploma in Arts (DipArts), offering a gateway to the vibrant realm of arts subjects at the university level. By opting for DipArts, you can chart your academic trajectory without committing to a full three-year bachelor’s degree, granting you the flexibility to tailor your studies to your passions and aspirations. This immersive program not only nurtures your intellectual curiosity but also provides the opportunity to augment your knowledge across diverse areas of interest within the arts.
Overview
Dive into a diverse array of Arts subjects and courses of your choosing, spanning various levels of complexity and depth. The curriculum encompasses a compulsory course designed to hone foundational arts skills, such as academic writing, evidence analysis, or bicultural identity exploration, laying a robust groundwork for your academic journey. Whether pursued full-time over the course of one year or part-time over a span of up to six years, DipArts offers the flexibility to accommodate your lifestyle and commitments. Furthermore, it serves as a seamless pathway to the Bachelor of Arts, enabling you to seamlessly transfer your completed courses to this esteemed degree program.
Admission Requirements
- Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
- CAE or CPE: Minimum score of 169 with at least 162 in reading, writing, listening and speaking
- IELTS Academic: Academic with an average score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in reading, writing, listeningNZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 3
- NZCEL: Level 4 – Academic endorsement.
- Pearson Test of English (Academic): PTE with an overall score of 50
- TOEFL iBT: Total minimum score of 80, with at least 19 in reading, writing and listening
Choose one of the following:
- ARTS102 Problems, Questions, Evidence
- MAOR165 Tuakiri: Culture and Identity
- WRIT101 Writing for Academic Success
- Plus choose up to 105 points of courses from a wide range of subjects spanning anthropology, art history, economics, education, English, geography, history, psychology, sociology, and more.
- Domestic — $6,748
- International — $31,600
Future Career Outcomes
Embarking on the Diploma in Arts equips graduates with a versatile skill set and a profound understanding of diverse cultural, historical, and artistic perspectives, positioning them for success across various career trajectories. Alumni of this program have forged successful paths as Arts Administrators, Museum Curators, Content Writers, Social Media Managers, and Community Outreach Coordinators. The program’s emphasis on critical thinking, communication, and cultural awareness prepares students to thrive in dynamic professional environments.
Related Career Pathways
Arts Administrator, Content Writer, Content Writer/Editor, Museum Curator, Museum Curator or Conservator
Visa Requirements:
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