Bachelor of Design + Digital Media

Whitecliffe

Minimum age: International students must be at least 18 years of age during their first semester of study.

IELTS Academic overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent

University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 or above and 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, including NCEA Level 3; 14 credits each in three approved subjects and UE Literacy (NCEA Level 2 or above; 10 credits with 5 credits each in reading and writing) and UE Numeracy (NCEA Level 1 or above; 10 credits or

A relevant qualification at Level 3 on the NZQF or above and the equivalent of UE Literacy and Numeracy or

New Zealand Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 4) or

New Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 4) or

A New Zealand or overseas qualification assessed to be equivalent to the above by the Head of School or

Passes in other certificate/diploma qualifications or courses as considered appropriate by the Head of School

Applicants who do not meet the above criteria may be eligible for admission with approval from the Head of School

Under delegation, the HoS will consider qualifications, programmes, and courses, domestic and international by analysing:

• the course learning outcomes, assessment, and content
• the provider accreditation status
• the applicants' grade report or transcript

If deemed necessary, to ascertain suitability and capability the HoS will conduct an interview to gauge the applicants' commitment to pursue study and potential for a successful outcome.

Full-time study: International students enrolled in a degree or higher-level programme, including low residence and/or online or blended learning delivery, will be required to enrol into 60 credits per semester and meet the attendance requirements of the programme.