Study Graduate Diploma in Arts in Art History and Theory at University of Canterbury in New Zealand,
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Graduate Diploma in Arts in Art History and Theory

New Zealand

What will I learn?

The Graduate Diploma in Arts offers those who hold a bachelors degree in a major in an unrelated area the opportunity to study arts indepth, choosing from over 30 subjects. The GradDipArts is designed for graduates seeking to qualify for entry to postgraduate qualifications in arts, to change career direction, or to extend or upgrade their existing qualifications.

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$34,100.00 (US$ 20,341) 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$34,100.00 (US$ 20,341) 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

To enrol in the Diploma you will need to have previously completed any bachelors degree

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

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