FAQ's
1. How many students attend D&A?
Around 350
2. What is D&A’s’ accreditation?
D&A is New Zealand Government funded (TEC) and registered (NZQA)
3. What percentage of students graduate from D&A?
89% (2009 excluding Foundation course)
4. What is a typical student workload?
All of D&A’s courses are full time and involve approximately 20 hours tutor contact time and 20 hours self-directed learning per week. Click on Timetables to view
5. What accommodation options are available for students coming from outside Christchurch?
Kahu Lodge - www.kahulodge.co.nz
YMCA - www.ymcachch.org.nz/accommodation/christchurch/student
UC Accommodation - www.canterburyuv.co.nz/
6. What internship opportunities does D&A offer?
D&A arranges internships, work experiences or ‘live’ brief opportunities to students annually. Many of these experiences lead to important industry contacts or full-time employment outcomes. Some courses contain compulsory Internships; see specific courses for more detailed information.
7. How do I apply for courses?
See How to Apply
8. What should be in my portfolio? How should my portfolio be formatted?
See Portfolio Information
9. When do applications have to be submitted by?
Applications for all intakes are accepted throughout the year.
10. Is an interview necessary for admission?
Each prospective student is required to partake in an interview with the Sales and Marketing Manager as part of the enrolment process. If you live out of town and dependant on the standard of your application an alternative of a phone interview may be offered.
11. What level of support does the college offer students in regards to finding employment after graduation?
D&A has a work placement service dedicated to providing students with career guidance as well as employment assistance, and a business studies component is included in each course. D&A’s Industry and Student Liaison officer critiques CVs, cover letters, conducts mock interviews and profiles opportunities weekly on the D&A website.
12. Can I study part-time?
All courses at D&A are full-time and cannot be studied on a part-time basis.
13. What is the cost of tuition?
See Fees Schedule
14. Is financial aid available?
D&A have some scholarships available for students. Download the scholarship brochure here for more information (Hyperlinked). All our Course are eligible are under the NZ Government loan scheme. To find out more check Studylink.
15. How much do art supplies typically cost per year?
Course related costs vary for each course but is an approximate amount of $1000 - $3000.per academic year dependant on course. You can apply for up to $1000 from Studylink to cover your course related costs. This goes on to your Student Loan and is paid back by you.