Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

Mixed Studies

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AUT

A flexible one-year postgraduate programme allowing you to choose advanced level courses in arts, society, or culture to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

NZ$12,903

inc GST

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NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

Post Grad

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

City Campus, Auckland

It will take a total of 1 year

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Develop advanced knowledge in chosen field

Deepen your expertise by selecting advanced courses in your area(s) of interest within arts, society, and culture.

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Enhance critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills

Build high-level skills in analysis, research, problem-solving, and communication applicable to a broad range of professions.

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Prepare for further postgraduate study

Gain the academic foundation required for advanced research or progression to a Master of Arts or philosophy qualification.

What You're Signing Up For

The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts at AUT is a 120-point coursework programme designed for graduates who want to advance their knowledge in their chosen arts subject or explore a combination, with flexibility to select courses from a wide range of areas. The programme strengthens critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, and prepares graduates for further postgraduate study or advancement in their chosen field.

Course Content

  • Choose from a wide range of advanced level courses in arts, society, and culture
  • 120 points of courses (generally selected from Master of Arts courses)
  • Flexible study options tailored to students' interests

What you need to know first

Bachelor of Arts OR Graduate Diploma in Arts OR relevant professional experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Arts

  • Education

  • Public Sector

  • Community Services

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Advanced roles in arts or cultural organisations

  • Education/teaching sector (with further qualification)

  • Consultancy or advisory roles in community, public, or cultural sectors

  • Preparation for research/academic careers with further study