The Bachelor of Creative Industries (BCI) degree is one of the Bay of Plenty's most well-regarded creative degrees.
DurationThe Bachelor of Creative Industries (BCI) degree is one of the Bay of Plenty's most well-regarded creative degrees.
More than an art course, it’s based on real-world outcomes so you'll graduate with skills that match what industry needs. In this degree you can choose to major in graphic design, visual art and fashion design. Sustainable, ethical and professional business practices are also included as part of this course.
You’ll learn from some of New Zealand’s most talented artists, fashion designers and industry experts. Our 'learn by doing' approach means you'll enjoy modern facilities that support creativity and collaboration.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Visual Art), or
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Graphic Design), or
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Fashion Design)
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course can go onto higher level study or employment. Or they can start their own business as a self-employed freelancer, sole trader, designer or artist.
Visual Arts: Arts administration, gallery director, gallery curator, gallery front of house, arts educator, art dealing/hiring, arts consultancy, illustrator, arts events and festivals management/operations/administrator, co-op artist run space and community-based art projects/programming/organiser/developer.
Graphic Design: Branding, marketing and identity developer, web designer, illustrator, animator, typographer, photographer, product packaging designer, social media/film/3D/AR/VR technologies content creator.
Fashion Design (including textile design): Fashion designer, fashion technician, sample machinist, pattern engineer, production designer, buyer, retailer, costume design, quality control, supply chain administration.
There are two exit qualifications for the Bachelor of Creative Industries degree.
Successful completion of 120 credits in the year 1 programme can be cross-credited to the New Zealand Diploma of Arts and Design (level 5)*
Successful completion of 240 credits from year 1 and 2 programme can be cross-credited to the New Zealand Diploma of Arts and Design (level 6)*
*Special conditions apply. Students must complete all compulsory courses to gain an exit qualification.
Entry criteria
To gain entry into this course, you must meet the following criteria:
a portfolio containing 10 pieces of work
university Entrance or successful completion of the Certificate in Art and Design (Level 4)
You are expected to have the literacy skills required to meet the academic needs of the degree. Evidence of this may be required.
Portfolio
You are required to submit a portfolio when you apply for the course. The portfolio will show 10 recent art and/or design works together with a statement discussing your ideas and intentions.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome
Toi Ohomai is one of the largest tertiary education providers in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato regions, with more than 12,000 students studying across more than 25 delivery sites in Rotorua, Taupō, Tauranga, Tokoroa and Whakatāne.
Our vision is to meet the education and employment needs of people in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato regions, while fostering innovation. We focus on supporting students beyond their qualifications by building strong relationships with industry and community decision makers. Many of our courses include an element of work experience.
With more than 150 study options covering specialities in business, creative arts, engineering, forestry, health and nursing, hospitality, marine science, road transport, tourism, trades and more. We strive to inspire through learning, to ensure our people, communities and region continue to prosper and flourish.
The Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design programme addresses the belief that if we care for the land and the people, we ensure our stakeholders are better stewards of the planet and are more responsible towards ensuring a sustainable and progressive future for the fashion industry.
Fashion design is entering a new era. This shift is being driven by technological advances such as smart textiles, digital fabrication, embedded electronics, and intelligent, networked wearables. From lifestyle applications to medical uses, clothing can improve people’s lives.
This programme will introduce you to the bigger picture of the fashion industry and how it operates both locally and globally. The programme will have ‘real life’ opportunities with projects from the community and fashion industry.
The Graduate Diploma in Design is an opportunity for people who have already completed a degree to add an additional subject area to their learning.
Our degree programme aims to give you tools to become an independent designer or garment producer. You'll learn key skills in design strategy, drawing, garment construction and pattern making.
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