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Certificate in Fine Arts, Art exhibition, certificate study, student work
Where this pathway will lead you!
Arts Support Roles Design Support Roles Junior Assistant Freelance Creative
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Exhibiting Artist Art Consultant Set Design and Construction Art Project Manager Photographer Videographer Photojournalist + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Exhibiting Artist Gallery Manager Tertiary Teacher Art Consultant Art Magazine Editor Curatorial Assistant Secondary School Teacher + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Exhibiting Artist Curator Gallery Manager Tertiary Teacher Art Consultant Art Magazine Editor Art Project Manager
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Digital Designer Publication Designer Illustrator Designer
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Creative Director Digital Designer UX/UI Designer Graphic Designer (Digital Agency)
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Entrepreneurs Enterprise creators Business founders / owners Senior managers or C-suite contenders Disrupters Agents of change Job creators + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Start Up Founder Social Entrepreneur Consultant Business Entrepreneur Intrapreneur Product Development Manager Innovation Manager + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Production Assistant Cutting Room Assistant Warehouse Assistant Trainee Machinist
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Production Assistant Cutting Room Assistant Warehouse Assistant Trainee Machinist
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Production Assistant Cutting Room Assistant Warehouse Assistant Trainee Machinist
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Fashion Designer Sustainability Consultant Fashion Stylist Fashion Marketing Fashion Design Educator Patternmaker Fashion Blogger + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Junior Jewellery Assistant Apprentice Bench Hand Maker in associated creative industries
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Goldsmith Jewellery Designer Bench Jeweller Freelance Practitioner CAD
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Junior IT Support Roles Junior Helpdesk Roles Junior Programming Roles Junior Development Roles
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Junior Programmer Junior Web Developer Junior Helpdesk Support Roles Junior IT Support Roles Field Technician
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Network Engineer Cybersecurity Specialist Software Architect Dev Ops Engineer Security Systems Engineer IP Design Engineer IT Business Analyst + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Network Engineer Cybersecurity Specialist Software Architect Dev Ops Engineer Security Systems Engineer IP Design Engineer IT Business Analyst + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Cyber Security Engineer Penetration Tester Network Security Engineer Data Scientist Data Engineer Big Data Engineer Data Visualisation Developer + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Cyber Security Manager Cyber Security Consultant Cyber Security Analyst Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager Penetration Tester Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Administrator Network Security Engineer + more
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Mental Health Community Services Disability Services Prison Rehabilitation
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
Where this pathway will lead you!
Community mental health settings School counselling Prison rehabilitation Disability services Special schools Private practice Drug and alcohol services + more
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

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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

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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.

Daniel Min Tibbotts, Klex the Calc, Project, Whitecliffe student, Information Technology, IT, Diploma in Software development, 2021, Klex the Calculator, Dr Quinn McCoy, Student work, Alien , Earth
Daniel Min Tibbotts
Undergraduate 2021 Information Technology Diploma in Software Development

Klex the Calc

Alien have invaded Earth and will not leave until someone calculates the meaning of life!... Read more about Klex the Calc

Ruchita Parekh, Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical), Whitecliffe student work, Arts Therapy, Master, paint with hand, good enough, Clinical Arts Therapist, painting, Art
Ruchita Parekh
Postgraduate 2023 Creative Arts therapies Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical)

Good enough

Being dyslexic is my superpower. But it hasn’t always felt that way. Growing up in... Read more about Good enough

Robyn Stewart, Logan Thomas, Gabby Samson, Ina Taueu, Kai Yang, Will R.C.
Undergraduate 2025 Fine Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts

Hybrid States Exhibit

Hybrid States is an exhibit where students work collaboratively under the guidance of a staff... Read more about Hybrid States Exhibit

Sophie Matthews, Mini Collection: In the Clouds, Diploma in Apparel + Fashion Technology, Diploma in fashion, collection, fashion designer, Whitecliffe student work, Wellington
Sophie Matthews
Undergraduate 2023 Fashion + Sustainability Diploma in Fashion

Mini Collection: In the Clouds

Some days may feel gloomy or heavy, whereas many others are filled with light.

Daniela Cabra Luna, Brand Identity Design, Certificate in Digital Media & Design, student work, Whitecliffe College, Graphic design, visual identity, Happy-Go-Lucky, craft beer brand, Chela, DI4401 – Visual Communication
Daniela Cabra Luna
Undergraduate 2024 Design Innovation Certificate in Digital Media + Design

Brand Identity Design

Daniela has created a vibrant visual identity for a "Happy-Go-Lucky" craft beer brand called Chela,... Read more about Brand Identity Design

Mia Christina Sutton, I DON’T GET ANGRY, I JUST GET SAD, 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
Mia Christina Sutton
Undergraduate 2024 Fashion + Sustainability Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

Mia Christina Sutton

Trapped in a misogynistic culture that still distorts and silences womens anger, “I don’t get... Read more about Mia Christina Sutton

Zoe White, Perspective, Bachelor of Design + Digital Media, Best Design Awards, Designers Institute of New Zealand; graphic designer; book
Zoe White
Undergraduate 2024 Design Innovation Bachelor of Design + Digital Media

Perspective

“Perspective” is a personal project shaped by my upbringing among missionaries and a desire to... Read more about Perspective

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

Esther Storey, 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
Esther Storey
Undergraduate 2024 Fashion + Sustainability Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

Matrilineal

Matrilineal explores the systemic control of life under capitalism and its inherent patriarchal order. This... Read more about Matrilineal

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ALUMNI

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 ...

Maggie Hewit, BFA: Fashion Design, Maggie Marilyn collection, designer, alumni, Whitecliffe graduate, student
Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design

“Whitecliffe challenged my design thinking and taught me practical skills that enabled me to make my designs become a reality.” ...

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 ...

EVENTS + OPEN DAYS

NEWS

Whitecliffe End of Year Exhibitions 2025

Other

17/11/2025

Every year, our end-of-year exhibitions bring together the creativity, hard work, and ideas that our students have developed throughout their programmes. ...

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Master of Business Innovation and Leadership, Ross Pearce, Innovation Distilled

Design Innovation

24/10/2025

We are excited to welcome Ross Pearce to the MBIL (Master of Business Innovation & Leadership) programme sharing his insights, deep understanding & experience on innovation with our students. ...

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Virginia Leonard, Glad that you are not here all the time — an urn for unwanted limbs and other things, 2025. Clay, pure gold, and resin. Winner of the Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, Sydney. Whitecliffe Master of Fine Arts. Alumna

Fine Arts

20/10/2025

Master of Fine Arts alumna Virginia Leonard wins the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize in Sydney for her powerful clay, gold, and resin work. ...

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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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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