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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
Micro-Credential Information Technology Online

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

IT student configuring Network, network defender micro credential
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.

Aditya Verma, Bachelor of Applied Information Technology Year 1, Student work, Whitecliffe student project, IT, Information technology, Calculator, 2024, website application, HTML, Js, CSS
Aditya Verma
Undergraduate 2024 Information Technology Bachelor of Applied Information Technology

Calculator

Calculator is an website application helping to do some basic calculations with having features of... Read more about Calculator

Resene Colour of Fashion, Whitecliffe Fashion Show 2022, Diploma in Fashion, Diploma in Apparel + Fashion Technology, student work, collection
Fashion Show 2022
Undergraduate 2022 Fashion + Sustainability Diploma in Fashion

Resene Colour of Fashion with Whitecliffe, 2022

Creative flair, a spectacular colour palette and exquisite silk - three elements that take the... Read more about Resene Colour of Fashion with Whitecliffe, 2022

Bodeen Stewart Collection, 2022, Diploma in Fashion, Mini Collection: M. Blueprint, student work, Whitecliffe college, End of year collection, Wellington, Diploma in Apparel & Fashion Technology, 2022, Microscopic blueprint
Bodeen Stewart
Undergraduate 2022 Fashion + Sustainability Diploma in Fashion

Mini Collection: M. Blueprint

Microscopic blueprint is an expression of the beauty of the physical body at the cellular... Read more about Mini Collection: M. Blueprint

Kaye Rosales, Photography, Certificate in Fine Arts, Student work, Whitecliffe College, End of Year Fine Arts Exhibition, Photo media
Kaye Rosales
Undergraduate 2023 Fine Arts Certificate in Fine Arts

Photography

Kaye Rosales’ photography, featured in Whitecliffe’s End-of-Year Fine Arts Exhibition, captures moments of artistic exploration... Read more about Photography

Leonard Hill, Whitecliffe Fashion Show 2022, Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design, Year 3, Laughing Gas, Student work, Whitecliffe College, End of year, collection
Leonard Hill
Undergraduate 2022 Fashion + Sustainability Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

Laughing Gas

‘Laughing Gas’ is a collection which seeks to ask questions surrounding fashions relationship to technology,... Read more about Laughing Gas

Samantha O'Brien, Master of Fine Arts, 2022, End-of-Year Fine Arts Exhibition, Digital, Photomedia, video, photography, Art exhibition, student work
Samantha O'Brien
Postgraduate 2022 Fine Arts Master of Fine Arts

End-of-year Exhibition

Samantha O'Brien’s work, presented in Whitecliffe’s End-of-Year Fine Arts Exhibition, explores complex themes and creative... Read more about End-of-year Exhibition

Natasha Boshkovski, Code of Silence, Master of Fine Arts, 2023, End of year exhibition, Fine Arts, Whitecliffe, Video, Photography, Photo media, student work, showcase, Art exhibition, Family, Macedonia, Medium: Moving image
Natasha Boshkovski
Postgraduate 2023 Fine Arts Master of Fine Arts

Code of Silence

Natasha Boshkovski’s work Code of Silence navigates the difficulties of a family member’s gradual memory... Read more about Code of Silence

Cayla James, Fashion + Sustainability, Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design, Collection, Revelare, Fashion Collection, Portfolio, Sustainable Fashion, Fashion, Fashion student, Fashion degree, bachelors, 2024, Year 2, Whitecliffe Fashion Show, fashion designer
Cayla James
Undergraduate 2024 Fashion + Sustainability Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

Revelare

Revelare – meaning “to reveal” – explores the dual nature of fashion, highlighting its glamorous... Read more about Revelare

Bella Sutton, student work, Whitecliffe College, Certificate of Fashion, 2023, Fashion, collection, Wellington, denim
Bella Sutton
Undergraduate 2023 Fashion + Sustainability Certificate in Fashion

Urban Blues

This outfit was constructed from second-hand denim jeans sourced from Good Stuff on Symonds Street.

FEATURED VIDEO

ALUMNI

Anita Vlasic, Alumini, Whitecliffe College, student, Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapy
Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical)

I resonate with and incorporate Indigenous wellbeing models in my practice. ...

Jonathan Kraettli, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photo Media, alumni, Whitecliffe College graduate, student, Photography, Photographer
Bachelor of Fine Arts

"Whitecliffe has taught me among many things to celebrate my uniqueness in the art I make, there is no right or wrong. Hold close to what you believe is authentic and sti ...

Denise Callan, Contemporary jewellery artist Lecturer at Whitecliffe, Bachelor of Jewellery Design and Technology programme
Bachelor in Jewellery Design and Technology

"Many students start with no knowledge of making jewellery, and by the end of the course, they can create anything." ...

EVENTS + OPEN DAYS

Whitecliffe, Christchurch, Online, Workshop, Diversity, Respect, leadership
Christchurch and Online 22 Oct 2025
22 Oct 2025, 12:00pm

This workshop invites students and staff to explore how diversity, respect, and leadership shape the future of inclusive communities. ...

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NEWS

Jewellery design by Whitecliffe Lecturer Sujin Lim — 1st Place winner in the Daily Wear category at the 2025 World Jewellery Design Awards.

Fashion + Sustainability

15/10/2025

Whitecliffe Jewellery Lecturer Sujin Lee has received international recognition at the 2025 World Jewellery Design Awards (WADA Awards), winning 1st place in the Daily Wear category and placing in thr ...

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Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design student Kensa Munroe named the winner of the 2025 Circular Design Award presented by Mindful Fashion New Zealand.

Fashion + Sustainability

13/10/2025

Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design student, Kensa Munroe, has been named the winner of the 2025 Circular Design Award - Clothing Design Innovation Award and the winner of the Cotton Innovation Awa ...

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Whitecliffe Fine Arts students at 2025 Eden Arts Art Schools Award exhibition at Webb’s Mt Eden

Fine Arts

11/10/2025

Five of our Year 3 Bachelor of Fine Arts students represented Whitecliffe at this year’s Eden Arts Art Schools Award, held at Webb’s in Mt. Eden earlier this month. ...

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Best Awards 2025 Finalists, Design Innovation, Whitecliffe

Design Innovation

02/10/2025

Four talented Bachelor of Design + Digital Media students from Whitecliffe are among the finalists in this year’s Best Design Awards. ...

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Whitecliffe, Sustainability Fashion, Programmes, Circular Design Awards 2025, Finalists, Kensa Munroe, Pip Stevenson, Article

Fashion + Sustainability

04/10/2025

Whitecliffe is represented by both a student and a lecturer as finalists in the Design Innovation Award (Clothing Innovation category) at the 2025 Circular Design Awards, presented by Mindful Fashion ...

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Whitecliffe, Fine Arts, Bachelor, Barbara Versfelt, Fotofest Exhibit, Depot Artspace Exhibit, article

Fine Arts

02/10/2025

Whitecliffe BFA student Barbara Versfelt is sharing her photographic work across Aotearoa this month with her photographs featured in two exhibitions: FotoFest Hawke’s Bay (19 Sept – 3 Oct 2025) a ...

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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