Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Tai Poutini PolytechnicNew Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 3)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
20 weeks
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Greymouth Campus
Summary
Core elementsThe New Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 3) programme provides learning experiences that enable students to develop the core knowledge, skills and personal attributes needed to gain employment in entry level positions in the New Zealand artistic carving industry.
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Understand the implications of the Treaty of Waitangi for hard stone and jade carving in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Develop an understanding of the geology and properties of different stones and how they react to processing
- Demonstrate an understanding of design principles, creative processes and techniques. Then applying this understanding to carving hard stone and jade to a set brief.
- Collaborate with other students, select and present pieces created in the context of course learnings
Hard Stone and Jade Carving - New Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 4)
Career opportunitiesThe overall aim of the New Zealand Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 3) programme is to provide learning experiences that enable students to develop the core knowledge, skills and personal attributes sought by employers and required for basic entry level positions.
Entry criteria
Entry requirementsApplicants must meet the following criteria:
- NCEA Level 2 credits in English and Mathematics.
- Applicants for whom English is a second language must meet IELTS (or equivalent) Level 5.5 or above.
- Special Entry may be granted where evidence exists that the applicant can successfully complete the programme.
- Candidates must possess the physical capacity to engage in the practical carving components of the programme.
- Diagnostic literacy testing may be conducted to identify applicants requiring support. Students identified as requiring support /assistance in coping with tertiary level study will be supported by the polytechnic Student Support Services.
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