D&A is New Zealand government funded (TEC) and registered (NZQA). D&A has been operating for 26 years and we are the South island’s only independent tertiary institute dedicated to design and arts education.  D&A is one of the few design and arts institutes to place an emphasis on real world scenarios in its education and training, through design briefs, internships and work experience.

D&A bring around 400 students from New Zealand, the Pacific, Asia, Europe and the Americas together with over 70 professionals to create a community of people passionate about design and arts. D&A offers 14 qualifications over seven disciplines in design and art field and our courses are designed and taught by industry professionals to ensure our graduates’ successes in the creative industries.

Facilities

Computer room, D&A library, D&A gallery space, student cafeteria area,

Services

Accommodation guarantee (homestay or city living spaces apartment), airport pickup, Insurance booking, Student visa/permit support, Student support and pastoral care