14 Best Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in New Zealand

Across New Zealand, 3 universities offer 14 Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture programs, typically lasting Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies. The list starts with courses at University of Auckland, University of Otago and Victoria University of Wellington.

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1Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Architectural Studies

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) is a three-year, studio-based undergraduate programme that introduces the fundamental aspects of architecture. Students develo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 3 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One (March)Intake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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2Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts

University of Auckland — The University of Auckland Bachelor of Arts (BA) lets you choose from a wide range of study options. You select two BA subjects as your two majors. Your double major prov...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: VariesDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One (March); Semester Two (July)Intake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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3Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

University of Auckland — The University of Auckland offers a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) as a qualification in its own right after completing a BA. It includes advanced taught courses and a small...

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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4Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Design

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Design conjoint at the University of Auckland combines Arts and Design studies. Design work includes analysing the cultural, ethical and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One (1 March or 28 February)Intake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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5Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Fine Arts

University of Auckland — The University of Auckland Bachelor of Fine Arts builds skills for creative artistic practices, research themes, and creative careers. Students explore a range of practic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: VariesDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One – March; Semester Two – JulyIntake

Fine Arts

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6Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours)

University of Auckland — Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) at the University of Auckland is an advanced research extension for students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Fine Arts. It build...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One – March; Semester Two – JulyIntake

Fine Arts

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7Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Design

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Design at the University of Auckland combines case studies with real-world project briefs. You develop conceptual and technical skills for design thinking...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

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Full TimeMode

Semester One (March) and Semester One (February)Intake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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8Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Fine Arts

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Auckland (Elam) helps students develop skills in creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and entrepreneurship. The pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 3 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One (March)Semester Two (July)Intake

Fine Arts

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9Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours)

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) (BFA(Hons)) is an advanced research extension for students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Fine Arts. It builds on the pract...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One – 1 March; Semester Two – 19 JulyIntake

Fine Arts

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10Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Science

University of Auckland — The University of Auckland offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Science conjoint that combines science with Fine Arts. The BSc component incorporates different area...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

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Full TimeMode

March; JulyIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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11Bachelor's Degree

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts

University of Otago

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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12Bachelor's Degree

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts with Honours

University of Otago

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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13Bachelor's Degree

QS World #240 #4 in New Zealand Wellington, New Zealand

Minors in the Bachelor of Arts

Victoria University of Wellington — Minors in the Bachelor of Arts let you add an optional additional area of focus. A minor is a collection of courses in one subject area. All major BA subjects are availab...

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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14Bachelor's Degree

QS World #240 #4 in New Zealand Wellington, New Zealand

Minors in the Bachelor of Design Innovation

Victoria University of Wellington — Minors in the Bachelor of Design Innovation are optional additional areas of focus for an undergraduate degree. You can obtain a minor for the BDI in an undergraduate sub...

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #65 (University of Auckland) to #240 (Victoria University of Wellington); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Auckland has the largest research record in this group, with 10,164,784 citations and an h-index of 775.

What the courses look like

Within the subject, the largest areas are Arts, Design & Architecture (10) and Fine Arts (4). The usual length is Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies and Full-time: 3 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Summer (67% of courses with a stated intake). University of Auckland offers the widest choice, with 10 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture in New Zealand?

University of Auckland (QS World #65), University of Otago (QS World #197) and Victoria University of Wellington (QS World #240) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture in New Zealand?

Of those with published fees, Victoria University of Wellington is the least expensive at about USD 23,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture course take in New Zealand?

Most listed courses run Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies, with Full-time: 3 years the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in New Zealand?

Spring is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Summer is the second.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses in New Zealand?

University of Auckland, with 10, ahead of Victoria University of Wellington (2).

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