Overview

The Bachelor of Design (Stage and Screen) program from the TOI Whakaari New Zealand Drama School course takes up to 12 students a year to ensure high levels of individualised learning and opportunities.

Career opportunities:

For 15 years, our Design course has produced designers of the highest standard who work in New Zealand and internationally. Toi Whakaari graduates are leaders in performance-based arts practice and have successfully forged careers in dance, events, film, and stage productions.

Set/Production Designer
Costume Designer
Art Director
Lighting Designer
Projection Designer
Event Designer
Post Graduate Studies

Programme Structure

‍Courses include:

You will learn Performance Design through a range of practical workshops, intellectual enquiry, studio-based and collaborative projects.

Year 1:

Practical design skills – technical hand drawing and CAD, basic set construction, scenic painting, props creation and scale model making
Conceptual projects in Costume Design and Production Design
Critical design studies – analysis of screen and live arts

Year 2:

Assistant designer on in-house productions
Specialised experimental Design-led projects
Intern to professional companies and designers of your choice
Conceptual projects in Design for film and live event

Year 3

Lead designer on theatre and a film production
Self-directed research project
Internship and graduation exhibition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-26 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Design Film Studies Drama View 44 other Bachelors in Design in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates must be 18 yrs of age adn have completed secondary school.
Applicants should exhibit a clear interest in performance, and provide examples of work showing conceptualisation of ideas and visual communication skills.

In the Personal Statement section of the Application Form please answer the following questions (150-200 words each MAX):

Select two of your most significant achievements to date and explain why you believe they are significant. What have you discovered about yourself from these achievements?
What do you hope to gain from your time at Toi Whakaari?
Why have you chosen to study Design for Stage and Screen? Include some reference to how much theatre and screen you see and how you see yourself as a future practitioner in this field.

You are encouraged to share some personal insights and influences that have shaped you.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

26315 NZD / year

≈ 26315 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7608 NZD / year

≈ 7608 NZD / year

Living costs

Wellington

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Design (Stage and Screen).

Available Scholarships

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