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Certificate in Fine Arts, Art exhibition, certificate study, student work
Sub-degree Fine Arts

Certificate in Fine Arts

The programme focuses on developing skills in drawing, painting, mixed media, and design. It offers... Read more about Certificate in Fine Arts

Poppy Gilson, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Installation, Exhibition, End of year exhibition, student's work, Bachelor, Whitecliffe, Art programme
Undergraduate Fine Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts

The programme encourages the emergence and development of a meaningful artistic practice through experimentation with... Read more about Bachelor of Fine Arts

Shaday Moore, Bachelor of Fine Arts(honours), end of year exhibition, student work, practising artist
Undergraduate Fine Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours)

Studio Research and Critical Contexts are the two components of this programme. Both courses work... Read more about Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours)

Master of Fine Arts, Fine Arts Exhibition, Fine Arts student work, End of year Exhibition, Whitecliffe master program, master, installation
Postgraduate Fine Arts

Master of Fine Arts

Designed around four, week-long seminars per year, the programme is delivered by faculty and guests... Read more about Master of Fine Arts

Certificate in Digital Media and Design, graphic design, CDMD, Digital student work, animation, drawing, tablet
Sub-degree Design Innovation

Certificate in Digital Media + Design

The programme emphasizes critical thinking and technical processes as tools to solve the design inquiry/brief.... Read more about Certificate in Digital Media + Design

Bachelor of Design and Digital Media, Design Innovation, Graphic Design
Undergraduate Design Innovation

Bachelor of Design + Digital Media

A comprehensive programme designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to... Read more about Bachelor of Design + Digital Media

Master of Creative Enterprise and Innovation, MBA, Entrepreneur, business startup, MVP, business owner
Postgraduate Design Innovation

Master of Creative Enterprise and Innovation

As a non-disciplinary specific programme, it’s the perfect meld of academic learning, problem-solving, design thinking... Read more about Master of Creative Enterprise and Innovation

Master of Business Innovation and Leadership
Postgraduate Design Innovation

Master of Business Innovation and Leadership (MBIL)

* Formally known as the Master of Creative Enterprise and Innovation Guided by the principle... Read more about Master of Business Innovation and Leadership (MBIL)

Certificate in Fashion, fashion design, fashion workroom, sustainable fashion design
Sub-degree Fashion + Sustainability

Certificate in Fashion

Students develop design skills with a foundation of fashion knowledge, which equips them with skills... Read more about Certificate in Fashion

Certificate in Apparel and Fashion Technology Whitecliffe
Sub-degree Fashion + Sustainability

Certificate in Apparel + Fashion Technology

This is an entry-level programme that gets you hands-on with the skills needed to design... Read more about Certificate in Apparel + Fashion Technology

Resene Colour of Fashion 2024 end of year runway show
Sub-degree Fashion + Sustainability

Diploma in Fashion

In this programme, students will learn a range of advanced technical skills, from traditional flat... Read more about Diploma in Fashion

Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design, Fashion Show, Fashion Student, Fashion Collection
Undergraduate Fashion + Sustainability

Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

The programme provides an opportunity to draw upon cultural knowledge, social issues, and values to... Read more about Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

Certificate in Jewellery, Jewellery Design, Jewellery workshop, Whitecliffe students, workshop, studio, work in progress
Sub-degree Fashion + Sustainability

Certificate in Jewellery

Hands-on tasks include dimensions, marking out, forming, filing, soldering, making settings, cutting stone holes, back... Read more about Certificate in Jewellery

Bachelor of Jewellery Design and Technology, Jewellery Design, BJDT, ring
Undergraduate Fashion + Sustainability

Bachelor of Jewellery Design + Technology

The programme is a thorough and comprehensive degree-level course designed for those who are looking... Read more about Bachelor of Jewellery Design + Technology

Certificate in IT Essentials, Certificate, Applied Information Technology, Technology, IT, Whitecliffe IT programme, Programme, Whitecliffe, Technology, Information Technology, Study, Level 5 programme
Sub-degree Information Technology

Certificate in Information Technology Essentials

The programme combines both theory and practice and focuses on teaching a range of concepts... Read more about Certificate in Information Technology Essentials

Applied Information Technology, Certificate in Information Technology, Whitecliffe, IT, Technology, Programme, Whitecliffe IT programme, Whitecliffe IT certificate, certificate, Information technology, Level 7 programme
Sub-degree Information Technology

Certificate in Information Technology

The programme teaches essential, professional and transferrable skills that provide the opportunity to upskill, which... Read more about Certificate in Information Technology

Applied Information Technology, Bachelor of Applied Information Technology, IT, Whitecliffe IT bachelor programme, Programme, Whitecliffe, Technology, Level 7 programme
Undergraduate Information Technology

Bachelor of Applied Information Technology

This degree programme aims to prepare industry-ready graduates who are specialists in their chosen field... Read more about Bachelor of Applied Information Technology

Bachelor of Applied Computing Technology, BACT, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Network Engineering and Cyber Security, Software Development, Web Development
Undergraduate Information Technology

Bachelor of Applied Computing Technologies

The courses have been designed with industry input to ensure what you learn today is... Read more about Bachelor of Applied Computing Technologies

Applied Information Technology, Technology, IT, Whitecliffe IT programme, Programme, Whitecliffe, Technology, Information Technology, Study, Level 8 programme, Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
Postgraduate Information Technology

Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology

The programme will provide graduates with the knowledge and experience in their chosen field of... Read more about Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology

Applied Information Technology, Technology, IT, Whitecliffe IT programme, Programme, Whitecliffe, Technology, Information Technology, Study, Level 9 programme, Master of Information Technology, Master
Postgraduate Information Technology

Master of Information Technology

The (MIT)postgraduate programme builds on the three-year Bachelor's degrees in the same academic field. Two... Read more about Master of Information Technology

Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Arts Therapy, student work, Postgraduate Diploma, Whitecliffe Arts Therapy
Postgraduate Creative Arts therapies

Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Arts Therapy

The programme offers an introduction to the foundation philosophy, skills and theories relating to the... Read more about Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Arts Therapy

Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical), Programme, Master, CAT, Creative Arts Therapy, Whitecliffe master program, study, Art therapy, therapy, Whitecliffe students
Postgraduate Creative Arts therapies

Master of Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical)

You will combine your passion for creativity, collaboration, and supporting others in order to enhance... Read more about Master of Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical)

Cyber Security
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Cyber Technician

What is this Micro-Credential about?   The Micro-Credential provides practical skills for efficient, reliable Cyber Security operations in the context of the New Zealand IT... Read more about Cyber Technician

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Micro-Credential Information Technology Online

Network Defender

What is this Micro-Credential about?   The Network Defender's unique selling point is to rapidly upskill staff to develop network protection systems, using analytical, application,... Read more about Network Defender

Full Stack JavaScript Development
Micro-Credential Information Technology Online

Full Stack JavaScript Development

What is this Micro-Credential about?   This micro-credential enables participants to practice and create authentic web applications using JavaScript programming skillsenhancing job readiness, employability, and... Read more about Full Stack JavaScript Development

Digital forensics and network defence micro credential
Micro-Credential Information Technology Online

Digital Forensics and Network Defence Essentials

What is this Micro-Credential about?   The Network Defender’s unique selling point is to rapidly upskill staff to provide digital forensics support in future investigations... Read more about Digital Forensics and Network Defence Essentials

Ethical hacker cracking a computer code
Micro-Credential Information Technology Online

Ethical Hacking Practices

What is this Micro-Credential about   The unique selling point for this micro-credential is to provide practical skills in hacking intervention, protection, recovery, and prevention... Read more about Ethical Hacking Practices

Student doing coding
Micro-Credential Information Technology Online

Full Stack Python Development

What is this Micro-Credential about?   This Micro-Credential enables participants to practice and create authentic web applications using Python programming skills enhancing job readiness, employability,... Read more about Full Stack Python Development

Digital Forensics and Network Defence Essentials
Micro-Credential Information Technology Online

Full Stack .Net Development

What is this Micro-credential about?   In this micro credential enables participants to build interactive web application projects using .Net open-source developer platform to meet... Read more about Full Stack .Net Development

APPLIED INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY

where this pathway will lead you!

Cybersecurity Specialist
IT Business Analyst
Front-end/Back-end Developer
DESIGN INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP

where this pathway will lead you!

Digital designer
Publications designer
Animator
Illustrator
FASHION +
SUSTAINABILITY

where this pathway will lead you!

Fashion Designer
Patternmaker
Sustainability Consultant
Jewellery Designer
FINE
ARTS

where this pathway will lead you!

Exhibiting Artist
Set Design and Construction
Photographer
Videographer
CREATIVE ARTS
THERAPIES

where this pathway will lead you!

School counselling
Disability services
Trauma services
Private practice

Spring into your degree, certificate pathways open now!
Master of IT and Master of Business Innovation and Leadership September and November intakes.

STUDENT WORK

Explore the work of our students to see what’s possible when creativity, innovation, and industry-ready skills come together. Let their journeys inspire your own.

Shaday Moore, Maliwa (the middle), student work, Whitecliffe end of year exhibition, Photomedia, photography, Photographic installation, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours), 2023
Shaday Moore
Postgraduate 2023 Fine Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours)

Maliwa (the middle)

Fijian-born artist Shaday Moore’s practice explores the feeling of displacement brought about by moving away... Read more about Maliwa (the middle)

Moana Lamdin, Salt, Fashion + Sustainability, Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design, Year 3, Fashion Collection, Fashion Portfolio, Sustainable Fashion Design, Sustainable Fashion, Fashion, Fashion student, Fashion degree, Fashion bachelors, 2024, Portfolio, Year 3
Moana Lamdin
Undergraduate 2024 Fashion + Sustainability Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

SALT

Salt is the mineral that represents the ocean. It is found in the earth and... Read more about SALT

Isabelle Cassidy, Divinitus. Bachelor of Design + Digital Media, Year 3, Student work, Whitecliffe College, graphic design, Greek mythology, cards
Isabelle Cassidy
Undergraduate 2024 Design Innovation Bachelor of Design + Digital Media

Divinitus

I want to centre my project around Greek mythology because I love gaining knowledge and... Read more about Divinitus

Victoria Solomona - Resene Colour of Fashion with Whitecliffe, 2023, Diploma in Apparel + Fashion Technology, Diploma in Fashion, collection, Fashion designer
Victoria Solomona
Undergraduate 2023 Fashion + Sustainability Diploma in Apparel + Fashion Technology

Resene Colour of Fashion with Whitecliffe, 2023

Resene Happy looks like the Polynesian tropical sunshine. In the Polynesian culture, the colour yellow... Read more about Resene Colour of Fashion with Whitecliffe, 2023

Natasha Boshkovski, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Year 3, 2022, End of year exhibition, Photo media, Photography, Art exhibition, Whitecliffe student work, Portraits, Black and white
Natasha Boshkovski
Undergraduate 2022 Fine Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts

End-of-year Exhibition

Natasha Boshkovski’s artistic work, showcased at the Whitecliffe End-of-Year Fine Arts Exhibition, reflects her journey... Read more about End-of-year Exhibition

Henry Calkin, Resene Colour of Fashion, Diploma in Apparel and Fashion Technology, 2022, photoshoot, Diploma in Fashion, student work, Whitecliffe College, collection, Matariki
Henry Calkin
Undergraduate 2022 Fashion + Sustainability Diploma in Fashion

Resene Colour of Fashion

When lit up in the night sky, Matariki and her daughters are a true natural... Read more about Resene Colour of Fashion

Calla Zajonskowski, Fashion + Sustainability, Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design, Year 3, Fashion Collection, Fashion Portfolio, Sustainable Fashion Design, Sustainable Fashion, Fashion, Fashion student, Fashion degree, Fashion bachelors, 2024
Calla Zajonskowski
Undergraduate 2024 Fashion + Sustainability Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

Order

As a designer, my work exists at the intersection of history, identity, and socio-political critique,... Read more about Order

Jeshua Hertzke, Diploma in Web Development + Design, Information technology, IT, Whitecliffe student work, Web design, mobile application, Ball Bunds, Apple App Store, tablet, mobile game
Jeshua Hertzke
Undergraduate 2022 Information Technology Diploma in Web Development + Design

Ball Bounds (Apple App Store)

I recently deployed a 2D platformer arcade style game on the Apple App Store for... Read more about Ball Bounds (Apple App Store)

Maxwell Hutton, Whitecliffe Fashion Show 2023, The Opportunist, Collection, Fashion designer, End of year show, Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design, Year 3, Whitecliffe student, Fashion, Student's work
Maxwell Hutton
Undergraduate 2023 Fashion + Sustainability Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

The Opportunist

Sourced through chance encounters, The Opportunist aims to bring luxury to the unexpected; taking inspiration... Read more about The Opportunist

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Uelese Vavae, Alumni, Whitecliffe student, Lecturer, Whitecliffe staff, Whitecliffe member, Design innovation, Manukau
Bachelor of Fine Arts

“South Aucklanders are resilient by nature, and a lot of creativity comes from struggle which is what originally inspired my personal art practice. I want to give back ...

Deborah French, Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapy, Whitecliffe student
Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical)

Originally a teacher and artist, the MAAT opened a new career to me. After graduating, I worked in high school guidance, then with the dying and their whanau through Hosp ...

Steve Butcher, Whitecliffe student, Bachelor of fine arts, tattoo artist, tattoo
Bachelor of Fine Arts

You can never stop learning. If you stop learning or you think you have mastered something, you are going to plateau and hit a certain point where you won’t be getting ...

EVENTS + OPEN DAYS

Whitecliffe School Holiday Programme, September 2025
Auckland Central 22 Sep 2025
22 Sep 2025, 10:00am

Auckland Central • Design a Motion Poster • Time: 10.00 AM - 2.00 PM ...

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Whitecliffe School Holiday Programme, September 2025, Create a Website
Christchurch 30 Sep 2025
30 Sep 2025, 10:00am

Christchurch • Digital You: Create Your Own Website • 10:00AM – 12:00PM ...

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Whitecliffe School Holiday Programme, September 2025
Auckland Central 22 Sep 2025
22 Sep 2025, 10:00am

Auckland Central • Create an upcycled fashion tote bag or patch • Time: 10.00 AM - 3.00 PM ...

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Whitecliffe School Holiday Programme, September 2025, Mobile App Dev
Wellington 30 Sep 2025
30 Sep 2025, 10:00am

Wellington • Mobile App Development • Time: 10.00 AM - 1.00 PM ...

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NEWS

Applied Information Technology, Technology, IT, Whitecliffe IT programme, Programme, Whitecliffe, Technology, Information Technology, Study, Level 8 programme, Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology

Other

08/09/2025

Compare a Graduate Diploma vs Postgraduate Diploma in IT in New Zealand. See entry requirements, costs, visas, and career outcomes with Whitecliffe. ...

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Whitecliffe - How To Study in New Zealand For International Students

Other

12/09/2025

Learn how to study in New Zealand for international students with Whitecliffe College. Explore visas, costs, work rights, and degree pathways. ...

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Auckland FC, New Balance, Whitecliffe

Fashion + Sustainability

18/08/2025

‘Stay ahead, stay hungry’ is the ethos that saw Auckland FC (AFC) claim silverware and score more than 50 goals in their debut season. Now, with the creative flair of Whitecliffe students, and tog ...

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Other

13/08/2025

Each year, students across our Auckland, Manukau, and Wellington campuses are invited to design original garments inspired by Resene’s latest fashion colours. The 2025 brief, Colours of Change, chal ...

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Other

06/08/2025

Start your studies this September or November 2025. Whether you want to start out with a Certificate, looking to bridge into a degree, or ready to step up into a Master’s programme like Master of In ...

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Fashion + Sustainability

06/08/2025

Whitecliffe College students are preparing to embark on an inspiring international journey to India as recipients of the Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Asia. ...

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WHITECLIFFE CAMPUSES

AUCKLAND

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Auckland Campus 1: Symonds Street

The Whitecliffe College head office and campus are based at 67 Symonds Street in the education hub of Auckland Central. This newly renovated campus provides a wide variety of high-quality art and design spaces, classrooms, and other learning facilities.

Physical Address

67 Symonds Street, Grafton,
1010, Auckland, New Zealand

Postal Address

Whitecliffe College PO Box 8192 Symonds Street Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland Campus 2: Manukau

The Whitecliffe Manukau campus is located at 3 Osterley Way in South Auckland. The campus currently focuses on Level 3 and 4 vocational and foundation programmes in Fashion, Arts and Design, Digital Media, and Information Technology. The campus is situated above the Manukau City Public Library, and next to the main train and bus depot which makes public transport and accessibility simple. Downtown Auckland is just a twenty-minute drive from the campus. Westfield Manukau City, which is less than a minute from the campus, provides many food and entertainment options.

Physical Address

Level 2, 3 Osterley Way, Manukau,
2104, Auckland, New Zealand

Postal Address

Whitecliffe College PO Box 8192 Symonds Street Auckland, New Zealand

WELLINGTON

wellington campus

Wellington Campus

The Whitecliffe Wellington campus is located at 110 Lambton Quay. The city's compact size and efficient public transport system close to the centrally located campus makes it ideal for students. The campus is home to Whitecliffe's Information Technology programmes and facilities, and provides a range of Fashion Technology programmes too.

Physical Address

110 Lambton Quay, Wellington,
6011, New Zealand

Postal Address

Whitecliffe College PO Box 8192 Symonds Street Auckland, New Zealand

CHRISTCHURCH

Christchurch Campus

Christchurch Campus

The Whitecliffe campus in Christchurch is located at 167 Madras Street. The campus offers Information Technology programmes and is located close to the Innovation Precinct Zone. The Innovation Precinct Zone is a new hub for emerging businesses to help foster new ideas and growth in the Technology and Innovation sectors in New Zealand.

Physical Address

167 Madras Street, Sydenham, 8011,
Christchurch City, New Zealand

Postal Address

Whitecliffe College PO Box 8192 Symonds Street Auckland, New Zealand