Diploma in Arts: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Diploma in Arts

New Zealand

What will I learn?

If you want to study Arts subjects at university, UC's one-year Diploma in Arts (DipArts) is a great option. Find out about studying a DipArts through our Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata Faculty of Arts. If you are wanting to study Arts subjects at university, the one-year Diploma in Arts (DipArts) is a great option without having to complete a full three-year bachelor's degree.

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$67,950.00 (34,19,900) per year
Accommodation - 525(weekly cost)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

12/12/2025

Start date

February 2026

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Christchurch,

Upper Riccarton,

8041, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$67,950.00 (34,19,900) per year
Accommodation - 525(weekly cost)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/05/2026

Start date

July 2026

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Christchurch,

Upper Riccarton,

8041, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

University Entrance (or equivalent)High school Transcripts.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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