Certification in Arts and Design Whitecliffe - Symonds Street Campus

The Certificate in Arts + Design focuses on developing skills in drawing, painting, mixed media, and design. It offers opportunities for focused sampling and exploration primarily within the areas of Fine Arts + Photo Media, with some further content relating to Design Innovation and Fashion + Sustainability, all of which underpin the degree-level programmes at Whitecliffe.

Whitecliffe College is one of New Zealand’s highest ranked and awarded research institutions in the private sector and has a long-standing record of academic excellence.

Creativity is curious, innovation is brave, and both are needed to create meaningful change.

Everyone has a vision that is uniquely theirs, a lens through which they see the world, interpret the world, and in turn, help shape the world. At Whitecliffe, they nurture that vision, and they equip you with the skills, techniques and methods to make your vision a reality. Studying at Whitecliffe will help you become a stand-out thinker, innovator, and collaborator.

Turn your talents into a lifelong career and truly explore what you’re capable of. Learn to think creatively, critically, take risks, and develop advanced skills. Through these skills you’ll make valuable contributions and connections in the industries and communities you choose to work and live in.

At Whitecliffe, College encourage you to be brave and think deeply, so you can join the next generation of thinkers, doers, creatives, artists, design innovators, technologists, therapists, and leaders.

Cultivate your talents, build new skills, and create meaningful change — study at Whitecliffe.

The new Whitecliffe College was formed when three Colleges with over one hundred and thirty years of quality teaching experience combined forces.