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Bachelor of Creative Practice
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Start your career in the creative industries
It is New Zealand’s first project-based creative degree which sets you up for a job in the creative industries or almost any other vocation. Engaged in real-life and on-campus projects, you can explore a range of creative disciplines such as design, fashion, music, screen production or visual art.
Start your career in the creative industries
It is New Zealand’s first project-based creative degree which sets you up for a job in the creative industries or almost any other vocation. Engaged in real-life and on-campus projects, you can explore a range of creative disciplines such as design, fashion, music, screen production or visual art.
Programme Outline
IDEAschool’s Bachelor of Creative Practice (BCP) programme teaches the ideas and technologies associated with Design, Fashion, Music, Screen Production and Visual Art through hands on projects aligned to Industry.
During the BCP you will:
- Be taught a wide range of technical and professional skills that are essential for success in creative industries today.
- Learn industry standard software alongside practical hands on techniques to create Design, Visual Art, Fashion, Music and Screen Production works.
- Be challenged to develop your powers of creative thinking and idea generation.
IDEAschool has a suite of up-to-date and well-appointed workshops, along with expert tuition, to help you navigate and master all the equipment and tools on offer.
Course content within the BCP reflects the cultural concerns specific to Aotearoa New Zealand as well as wider contemporary global trends and influences.
EIT and IDEAschool maintain strong relationships with local and national creative communities and connects with these through real world projects.
By weaving your way through the different media pathways that form this degree, you will learn the key skills, techniques and theory needed to become professional in the Creative Industries. All courses are delivered in projects, some are individually focused, others are collaborative, some are prescribed, others demand self-directed learning – and all projects are situated within the context of the local, national and global visual arts and design world.
Career and Study Opportunities
There is a huge variety of jobs depending on your specialisation and passion, including:
- Artist: painter, printmaker, sculptor, illustrator, multimedia, ceramics, photographer, digital
- Musician: singer, guitarist, producer, composer, sound technician
- Film: director, producer, set designer, camera operator, scriptwriter, lighting technician
- Designer: web, graphic, animation, character, spatial, costume, set, advertising, branding, fashion, furniture, landscape
- Curator: public gallery, museum, community gallery, dealer gallery
- Educator: secondary teacher, visitor engagement officer, workshop educator
You can also further your study pathway with an Honours or Master’s degree.
Entry Requirements
The academic entry requirement for the BCP is either:
- University Entrance, as defined by the NZQA; or
- Evidence regarded as sufficient by the Discipline Leader of the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study; or
- At the discretion of EIT, where the applicant is over 20 years of age and demonstrates the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study.
All applicants are required to attend an interview (and may bring whānau support).
Applicants must provide a hand-written letter of application and a portfolio of work that represents their level of achievement at the interview.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme.
For international applicants, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (subject to the conditions in the EIT Database for English Language Proficiency (DELP)).
Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 with any endorsement).
IELTS Academic score of 6, with no band score lower than 5.5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment.
Accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment (see equivalency tables in the DELP).
Entry with Credit
Level Placement through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL is the mechanism by which the programme ensures that students are placed at an appropriate level. On the basis of evidence provided at an interview and the presentation of an application portfolio, applicants may be granted RPL and be placed in Levels 6, or 7 of the programme. Applicants may be awarded credit for whole levels of the programme in this way.
For information and enquiries about RPL and Cross Credit please contact Irina Konig on 06 830 1121, ikonig@eit.ac.nz.
How to Enrol
Step 1 – Check entry requirements
Make sure you have read and understood the entry requirements for your situation and background.
Entry requirements can be different for domestic and international students.
Step 2 – Confirm campus and check key dates
The next intake date(s) for your chosen course and campus are listed in the Course Details panel on this page.
Dates can vary between campuses, so make sure you have selected the campus you wish to study at.
Step 3 – Confirm fees and costs
Visit https://www.eit.ac.nz/fees/ to see the fees for this programme.
Step 4 – Complete any supporting forms
If your course requires any supporting forms, they will be listed below under ‘Supporting Documentation’
Step 5 – Submit your application
You’ll need an up-to-date email address to start your online application.
You’ll also need to know what you want to study – your degree or programme and majors and/or minors, and the courses you plan to take.
You may be asked to submit supporting documentation with your application.
Programme Outline
IDEAschool’s Bachelor of Creative Practice (BCP) programme teaches the ideas and technologies associated with Design, Fashion, Music, Screen Production and Visual Art through hands on projects aligned to Industry.
During the BCP you will:
- Be taught a wide range of technical and professional skills that are essential for success in creative industries today.
- Learn industry standard software alongside practical hands on techniques to create Design, Visual Art, Fashion, Music and Screen Production works.
- Be challenged to develop your powers of creative thinking and idea generation.
IDEAschool has a suite of up-to-date and well-appointed workshops, along with expert tuition, to help you navigate and master all the equipment and tools on offer.
Course content within the BCP reflects the cultural concerns specific to Aotearoa New Zealand as well as wider contemporary global trends and influences.
EIT and IDEAschool maintain strong relationships with local and national creative communities and connects with these through real world projects.
By weaving your way through the different media pathways that form this degree, you will learn the key skills, techniques and theory needed to become professional in the Creative Industries. All courses are delivered in projects, some are individually focused, others are collaborative, some are prescribed, others demand self-directed learning – and all projects are situated within the context of the local, national and global visual arts and design world.
Career and Study Opportunities
There is a huge variety of jobs depending on your specialisation and passion, including:
- Artist: painter, printmaker, sculptor, illustrator, multimedia, ceramics, photographer, digital
- Musician: singer, guitarist, producer, composer, sound technician
- Film: director, producer, set designer, camera operator, scriptwriter, lighting technician
- Designer: web, graphic, animation, character, spatial, costume, set, advertising, branding, fashion, furniture, landscape
- Curator: public gallery, museum, community gallery, dealer gallery
- Educator: secondary teacher, visitor engagement officer, workshop educator
You can also further your study pathway with an Honours or Master’s degree.
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements
The academic entry requirement for the BCP is either:
- University Entrance, as defined by the NZQA; or
- Evidence regarded as sufficient by the Discipline Leader of the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study; or
- At the discretion of EIT, where the applicant is over 20 years of age and demonstrates the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study.
All applicants are required to provide a hand-written letter of application and a portfolio of work that represents their level of achievement.
The portfolio of work must be submitted as a digital portfolio and contain the applicant’s most recent creative media work. Submissions can be made by email or online document transfer application.
The assessment of this digital portfolio is required to assess the applicant’s suitability for the programme and will determine whether an applicant is offered a place on the programme. Thus, meeting the academic entry requirement is not on its own sufficient to ensure admission to the programme.
The digital portfolio assessment will be conducted by two IDEAschool academic staff.
An offer of a place on the programme will be extended to applicants who meet the entry criteria and demonstrate the potential to successfully complete the programme on the basis of:
- A hand-written letter of application
- A portfolio of work that represents the applicant’s level of achievement
- An interview
- Evidence of ability to cope with the academic demands of the programme
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
- PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 (or equivalent) achieved within the last two years.
- International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply).
Further information about NZQA English language entry requirements for international students can be found at www2.nzqa.govt.nz/tertiary/english-language-entry-requirements-for-international-students/
How to Apply
Ready to apply? It’s easy!
Complete and sign our international student application form at eit.ac.nz/apply-online-international/
- Indicate which programme you intend to study.
- Attach a verified copy of your birth certificate or passport to use as identification.
- Remember to include all other supporting documents.
- We will assess your application and let you know the outcome as soon as possible, usually within three to five working days.
On-campus study in New Zealand
Step 1 – Pay your fees
- After submitting your application, you will receive an Offer of Place letter by email with details of your tuition and other fees payable.
Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent. - Pay your fees and apply for your student visa.
- We will send you a receipt, which you will need when you apply for your student visa.
We recommend you apply at least 12 weeks before your intended start date. You can apply online at www.immigration.govt.nz
If you have any questions about the process, contact your agent or email visas@eit.ac.nz
Step 2 – Prepare to come to New Zealand
Book your flights
When your student visa is approved, book your flights and ensure you meet all government-mandated entry requirements to come to New Zealand. Check the Immigration New Zealand website for the most up-to-date information.
Organise your accommodation
If you haven’t already organised your accommodation, you should now decide which of the accommodation options is most suitable for you. You can find our more about our EIT accommodation options here.
Step 3 – Connect with us
- Be sure to complete and submit the arrival form sent to you by the International Student Support Officer.
- Your International Student Support Officer will contact you prior to the start of your programme to let you know what you need to do and keep you up to date on what to expect when you arrive.
Online study
Step 1 – Enrol
- After submitting your application, you will receive your acceptance into the programme by email alongside instructions on how to enrol.
- Complete and sign the enrolment form provided to you by our Admissions Team and send it back to internationalapplications@eit.ac.nz
Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent.
Step 2 – Choose your courses and pay your Fees
- Your course selection form will be sent to you by our team.
- After completing your course selection form, you will be sent an invoice. You can then pay your fees by bank transfer to EIT’s account. Full account details and payment information will be provided on your invoice.
Step 3 – Connect with us
Your International Student Support Officer will contact you after you enrol to keep you up-to-date with anything you need to know, including details about your Orientation, where you will meet your classmates and all about studying at EIT.
Whether you join us on-campus or online, we welcome you to the EIT student community!
If you need any help you can contact our friendly staff at international@eit.ac.nz