Whitecliffe has continued to develop and extend the reach into Higher Education and has continued to invest in understanding industry gaps and demands, responding to these through innovative and student-centric programmes to continue to meet education needs in New Zealand, aligned with the sectors we serve and to ensure Whitecliffe graduates are highly employable and recognised for their work readiness.
Whitecliffe strives to actively collaborate and connect with aligned industry to ensure work-integrated learning, excellent academic programmes and actively preparing our graduates for the professions they pursue.
Our graduates are trailblazers, they are confident in their skills and leaders of the future!
Our Vision is to be globally recognised as a centre of education excellence, and New Zealand’s leading private tertiary higher education provider in key sectors of technology, education, creativity, innovation, and research.
We are committed to empowering trailblazers, nurturing leaders, and fostering creative thinkers who confidently make a positive impact in the world. We are the first choice.
Our approach reflects our belief that creativity has the power to transform how people see and experience the world.
Whitecliffe stands as a cornerstone in New Zealand's private education landscape, boasting
a storied combined legacy of over one hundred and thirty years dedicated to exemplary
teaching and educational excellence across the departments of fine arts, design, fashion
design, IT and creative art therapies.
The consolidation of three of the oldest PTEs in New Zealand has positioned Whitecliffe as a
key player in the tertiary education sector. Offering a spectrum of programmes from
certificates, degrees and up to the master's level (levels 4 - 9), Whitecliffe is synonymous
with academic distinction, and is committed to shaping students into global citizens in society
and leaders within their respective professional fields..
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At Whitecliffe, our Board of Governors plays a vital role in shaping the direction of our institution. With diverse expertise across education, business, and the creative industries, they provide strategic leadership to help us grow and thrive. Their vision ensures we stay true to our values while embracing new opportunities for our students and community.
Feroz is a distinguished entrepreneur and leader in the education and creative industries, with a ...
Derek McCormack was appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of AUT in 2004, a role which he only recentl ...
Dr Caroline Seelig has 30 years of experience as a senior manager in the New Zealand tertiary edu ...
Daniel has directorships and interests in a wide range of industries and businesses. These encomp ...
Anita offers a combination of hands-on practical commercial, legal and governance skills to clien ...
At Whitecliffe, our Senior Leadership Team is at the heart of everything we do. They bring together strategy, management, and innovation expertise to guide us towards a bright and inspiring future. Their leadership helps shape the student experience, foster creative excellence, and ensure Whitecliffe continues to thrive in a dynamic world.
Fay Amaral is a seasoned executive leader with over 20 years of executive leadership experience a ...
Prior to joining Whitecliffe in 2018, Raymond held a range of teaching, faculty management, and s ...
As Director of Marketing and Communications and a member of the Executive Team at Whitecliffe, I ...
Fahim has over 20 years’ experience in senior audit and finance leadership roles across a wide ...
Rosie was previously Head of Strategic Partnerships at Universities UK International, which repre ...
At Whitecliffe, our faculty is more than a team of educators - they’re mentors, innovators, and industry leaders passionate about shaping the future of creative arts, design, fashion, and technology.
With a commitment to excellence in teaching and research, our faculty empowers students to push boundaries, challenge ideas, and turn their creative vision into reality.
They bring real-world experience, fresh thinking, and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today’s creative landscape.
At Whitecliffe, you'll learn from the best - people who believe in your potential and are here to help you thrive!
