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Bachelor of Fine Arts

Whitecliffe College · Auckland, New Zealand · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

3 years full-time (360 credits)

Tuition / year

NZ$27,000 (≈ ₹14.6 lakh)

Intakes

February 2027

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Course overview

Bachelor of Fine Arts is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at Whitecliffe College in Auckland, New Zealand. It takes 3 years full-time (360 credits), with intakes in February 2027.

Whitecliffe College is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityWhitecliffe College (Private)
LocationAuckland, New Zealand
CourseBachelor of Fine Arts
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaArts, Design & Media
Duration3 years full-time (360 credits)
Tuition per yearNZ$27,000 (≈ ₹14.6 lakh)
IntakesFebruary 2027
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is NZ$27,000 a year, about ₹14.6 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly NZ$81,000 (≈ ₹43.7 lakh) before any yearly increase.

2027 international fee for the first year of study, plus a NZ$300 Student Services Levy; later years may vary.

Living costs for New Zealand as a whole: NZ$20,000–27,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Graduate employment

71%

Share of graduates employed

Average (median) salary

NZ$51,000

≈ ₹27.5 lakh a year

Median annual gross earnings of employed graduates 1 year after completing

Job roles

  • Graphic designer
  • Television/film/video producer
  • Social media manager
  • Multimedia specialist
  • UX designer
  • Photographer

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • WPP
  • Heineken
  • Disney
  • Netflix
  • BBC
  • Adobe
  • Sony
  • Meta
  • Google
  • Universal Music Group

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Whitecliffe College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • International applicants must turn 18 within their first year of study.
  • A New Zealand qualification or equivalent, such as Class 12 (ask Whitecliffe how it assesses your marks).
  • Fine arts: a portfolio of original artwork, a letter of intent and an interview.
  • You must meet New Zealand student visa requirements.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic, bachelor's6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent
IELTS Academic, postgraduate6.5 with no band below 6.0, or equivalent
TOEFL (paper-based), MBIL625
Class 12 English waiverNot offered on the pages reviewed

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Intakes

This course starts in: February 2027.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in New Zealand

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for New Zealand, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets; degree certificate and transcripts for postgraduate study
  • IELTS Academic (or equivalent) result
  • Portfolio, letter of intent or self-introduction video where the programme asks for one

About Whitecliffe College

Whitecliffe College is a private tertiary college founded in 1984, with its head office and main campus on Symonds Street in central Auckland and further campuses in Manukau, Wellington and Christchurch. It teaches fine arts, design, fashion, jewellery, creative arts therapy, business innovation and information technology, from Level 4 certificates up to master's degrees. Its IT programmes run in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

Indian students mostly look at Whitecliffe's postgraduate IT programmes and its Master of Business Innovation and Leadership, which have intakes in March and November as well as February. First-year international fees run from NZ$19,950 (Bachelor of Applied Computing Technologies) to NZ$36,000 (master's degrees), plus a student services levy. Several programmes are new or changing and subject to NZQA approval, so check the qualification page before applying.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Bachelor of Fine Arts at Whitecliffe College?

The tuition for international students is NZ$27,000 a year (about ₹14.6 lakh). 2027 international fee for the first year of study, plus a NZ$300 Student Services Levy; later years may vary. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Bachelor of Fine Arts?

The course takes 3 years full-time (360 credits).

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: February 2027. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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