Certificate in Arts
Mixed Studies
A course by
AUT
A one-semester foundational certificate covering a broad range of arts-related disciplines, designed to prepare students for undergraduate study in fields such as arts, hospitality, and social sciences.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland


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Develop introductory knowledge in arts disciplines
Acquire fundamental understanding and skills within one or more selected arts-related fields such as humanities, languages, social sciences, or hospitality.

Prepare for undergraduate study
Gain the academic preparation needed to progress to a bachelor's degree, especially in arts, hospitality, tourism, or social sciences.

Identify academic and career interests
Explore a variety of subjects to help define your interests and future career or study pathways.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Arts at AUT is a half-year, level 5 programme designed to develop introductory knowledge and skills across a variety of arts-related subjects. Students can tailor their learning by selecting courses in areas such as creative writing, culinary arts, economics, education, hospitality, tourism, psychology, social sciences, languages, and more. The certificate prepares graduates for further undergraduate study and helps them explore their interests within the wider arts and humanities domain.
Course Content
- Creative writing
- Culinary arts
- Economics
- Education
- Event management
- Global tourism
- History
- Hospitality
- International studies
- Māori development
- New Zealand Sign Language and Deaf Studies
- Psychology
- Social data analytics
- Social education
- Social sciences
- Spanish
What you need to know first
University Entrance (for NZ students)
Equivalent overseas qualification (for international students)
IELTS (Academic) 5.5 overall, minimum 5.5 in Writing and 5.0 in other bands, or equivalent English language proficiency

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Arts
Hospitality
Tourism
Education
Social Services

Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles in arts, hospitality, or related fields
Pathway to further undergraduate study leading to professional careers


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