Whitecliffe College Of Arts And Design

Welcome to Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design, located at 110 Lambton Quay in Wellington, New Zealand. As an establishment and point of interest, we are dedicated to nurturing creativity and innovation in our students to create meaningful change in the world.

At Whitecliffe, we offer a wide range of programmes across various creative modalities, including visual arts, drama, movement, dance, creative writing, nature-based arts, and expressive arts therapy. Our graduates in Creative Arts Therapies combine their passion for creativity with a desire to enhance wellbeing in others, pioneering new frontiers in this rapidly-expanding profession.

For those interested in design, our programmes explore the future of the industry, equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to thrive in this dynamic field. We encourage an innovative and leading-edge approach to design, resulting in insightful and thought-provoking outcomes. Our internationally recognized Fashion Sustainability programmes emphasize the importance of creativity, responsiveness, and social consciousness, producing thoughtful, skilled, and intelligent designers with connections to industry professionals.

The School of Fine Arts offers programmes that not only teach fundamental skills and knowledge but also provide opportunities for students to explore beyond their own creative ideas in a supportive and engaging environment. From drawing and painting to 3D installation and moving image, our Fine Arts programmes cover a wide range of artistic practices. Students also have numerous opportunities to engage with the wider arts community, building their professional arts practice from the outset.

In our Photo Media programmes, students develop core skills in photography using both analogue and digital equipment. They delve into the worlds of Photography, Fine Arts, and New Media, creating powerful and captivating image, sound, and video responses.

For those interested in information technology, we offer programmes in web and software development and design, network engineering, and security. These programmes have been designed in collaboration with industry partners to ensure our qualifications are aligned with industry standards.

Studying at Whitecliffe will help you become a standout thinker, innovator, and collaborator. Our programmes are designed to challenge and inspire, preparing our students for successful careers in their chosen fields.

We recently spoke with Eric, one of our successful entrepreneurs, who shared his experience of finding his place between art and design. His journey highlights the transformative power of our Bachelor of Design and Digital Media programme, which has helped him become more driven and focused.

In light of recent cyber attacks on various institutions in New Zealand, including public hospitals and financial institutions, we are launching a Master of Information Technology programme to address the urgent need for cyber security expertise in the country.

If you are interested in joining New Zealand's leading private Arts, Design, Fashion, and Technology school, producing high-quality graduates and shaping exceptional creative citizens, apply online today. Explore our study options, career opportunities, intake dates, and find out how to apply. We look forward to welcoming you to Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design.