Bachelor of Design and Arts

Summary

To meet the demands of the increasingly diverse art & design industries, the UCOL Bachelor of Design & Arts degree includes majors in visual arts, design media & textile/fashion design to give you the competitive edge in these exciting fields.

Quick info

Level: 7

Locations: UCOL Whanganui

Duration: 3 years, full-time or part-time options are available

Dates:
16 Feb 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Domestic Fees: *
Y1: $8,235.00 Y2: $8,630.00 Y3: $8,829.00

Scholarship info

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International Fees:*
Y1, Y2, Y3: $27,300.00

Additional Fees

Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

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Majors
All learners in the Bachelor of Design and Arts programme will choose a major area of study, which could include:

• Visual Arts: Painting, sculpture, photography, glass, digital arts
• Design Media: Typography & print, animation, video, web
• Textile/Fashion Design: Fabric printing, garment construction, textile art, fashion photography