Diploma in Arts
Mixed Studies
A course by
AUT
Broaden your worldview and start your university studies with the Diploma in Arts. It’s ideal if you want to try different subjects in a supportive environment and prepare for further study.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundational skills in arts and social sciences
Gain introductory knowledge in a range of Arts disciplines, including communication, social sciences, languages, and Māori development.
Enhance academic study and research skills
Build academic writing, inquiry, and analytical skills required for university-level study.
Prepare for further degree-level study
On successful completion, be eligible to cross-credit courses into the second year of a bachelor's degree at AUT in Arts, Communication Studies, or International Hospitality Management.
What You're Signing Up For
The Diploma in Arts at AUT is a one-year, NZQA Level 5 programme designed for students who wish to explore a range of subjects within the arts, communication, education, hospitality, languages, Māori and indigenous development, and social sciences. It is suitable for students who are unsure of a specific degree path or have narrowly missed gaining university entrance. Students take first-year courses from related bachelor’s degrees and benefit from academic and support services, with pathways to progress into the second year of various AUT bachelor's degrees.
Course Content
- Creative writing
- Culinary arts
- Education
- Event management
- Global tourism
- History
- Hospitality
- International studies
- Māori development
- Māori media
- New Zealand Sign Language and Deaf Studies
- Psychology
- Social sciences
- Spanish
- LSKL500 Uni101
- HIST500 Introduction to New Zealand History
- SOSC582 Social Thinking
- CLSY504 Knowledge and Inquiry
- CLSY513 Organisation and Human Behaviour Perspectives
- MAOR504 Treaty of Waitangi: Resistance and Repair
- COMM505 Text, Image and Sound
- COMM516 Media Production Foundations
- DIGD507 Mahitahi | Collaborative Practices
- COMM512 Communication Ethics
- COMM513 Media, Technology, and Society
- COMM514 Intercultural Communication
- COMM517 Media Production Studio
What you need to know first
University Entrance; OR 42 NCEA Level 3 credits, including UE literacy and numeracy, with: 10 credits in each of three approved subjects OR 12 credits in each of two approved subjects and 14 credits across two further subjects
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Arts and Culture
Hospitality
Tourism
Media and Communication
Social Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level positions in hospitality, tourism, or support roles in communications and arts industries
Preparation for advanced study leading to careers in education, communication, hospitality, social services or related fields