Art and design

We're ranked among the top art and design schools in the world, making AUT the best place to develop the skills and mind-set you need to sharpen your creative voice.

Our art and design programmes offer a balance of originality, creativity, design thinking and conceptual development. You'll study in an innovative environment where shared spaces and advanced labs will fuel your creativity.

Undergraduate study in art and design will give you a solid grounding in your chosen area.

Bachelor's degree

A certificate or diploma will give you an introduction to your chosen subject and can prepare you for further study.

A short course will develop your skills and knowledge in an area of personal or professional interest.

Research in art and design

Our world-class researchers have research strengths across art and design, delivering high-quality research that has impact.

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Labs and facilities

Our art and design students have access to industry-leading studios, labs and services. These include photographic and lighting facilities, printmaking and 3D labs, as well as digital textile machines.

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News
Graduate Lavinia Ilolahia's Rookie collection
Seddon Memorial Technical College reunion
Richard Harris giving a speech at graduation
AUT Edge Award winners
Mia Evans from Clever Little Monthly
Graduate Lavinia Ilolahia's Rookie collection
AUT designers make international finals
31 Jan, 2019
AUT fashion design graduates Sean Kettle, Eddy Richards and Lavinia Ilolahia have made the iD International Emerging Designer Awards finals.
Seddon Memorial Technical College reunion
Celebrating AUT through the years
21 Jan, 2019
Over 50 of our oldest alumni came together for the 2018 Seddon Memorial Technical College reunion hosted by the alumni office.
Richard Harris giving a speech at graduation
AUT awards two Honorary Doctorates
11 Jan, 2019
AUT has awarded Honorary Doctorates to Richard Harris and Sir James Wallace to recognise the significant and ongoing impact of the two men.
AUT Edge Award winners
Gaining skills for the workplace
14 Dec, 2018
Auckland Council are proud to sponsor the overall achievement prize for the AUT Edge Award, an extra-curricular employability award at AUT.
Mia Evans from Clever Little Monthly
Clever Little Monthly wins X-Challenge
12 Dec, 2018
Students Shara Quin and Mia Evans won the top prize at the 2018 AUT X Challenge for Clever Little Monthly, ethical and sustainable tampons made from hemp.
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Sumi ink workshops with Max Gimblett
Saturday 16 Mar, 11am - 4pm
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Zammia Weatherall
Joshua Ong
Hana Stay
Andrew Lowe
Michelle Young
Zammia Weatherall
Great graduatesZammia WeatherallFreelance Scenic ArtistBachelor of DesignShe enjoys the variety of her work, says spatial design alumna Zammia Weatherall who now works on TV commercials and films, including the recent Thor: Ragnarok.She enjoys the variety of her work, says spatial design alumna Zammia Weatherall who now works on TV commercials and films, including the recent Thor: Ragnarok. As a freelance scenic artist she produces props, models and sets for the film industry. She loves that every project is so different, new and exciting, Zammia says.
Joshua Ong
Great graduatesJoshua OngUser Experience Designer, Air New ZealandBachelor of DesignHe enjoys providing great digital experiences for Air New Zealand customers, says design alumnus Joshua Bryan Ong who now works as a user experience designer.He enjoys providing great digital experiences for Air New Zealand customers, says AUT design alumnus Joshua Bryan Ong who now works as a user experience designer. After initially studying business, Joshua soon realised he had to follow his passion for design, and enrolled in AUT’s Bachelor of Design in Communication Design, focusing on user experience and user interface.
Hana Stay
Great graduatesHana StayDesigner, Yellow6Master of Design
Bachelor of Art and Design (Honours)
Bachelor of DesignThe design community at AUT was the highlight of her studies, says spatial design alumna Hana Stay who now works at interior design company Yellow6.The design community at AUT was the highlight of her studies, says spatial design alumna Hana Stay who now works at interior design company Yellow6. What she loves most about being a spatial designer is seeing designs come life. Hana made the most of the many opportunities available to her at AUT, and her passion for spatial design has been recognised at the prestigious Best Awards.
Andrew Lowe
Great graduatesAndrew LoweInterior Designer, Cachet GroupMaster of Design
Bachelor of Art and Design (Honours)
Bachelor of DesignSpatial design covers such a wide range of things, says Andrew Lowe whose installation representing a Japanese tea ceremony won a gold award at the Best Awards.Spatial design covers such a wide range of things, says Andrew Lowe. Andrew’s passion for spatial design has already attracted some attention, and saw him winning a gold award at the prestigious Best Awards. He was also a finalist in the student category at the Auckland Architecture Association Visionary Architecture Awards and at the Interior Awards.
Michelle Young
Great graduatesMichelle YoungStudio Mac Operator, OgilvyMaster of Design
Bachelor of DesignIt’s easy to see why AUT is ranked as one of the top art and design universities in the world, says design alumna Michelle Young who now works for Ogilvy.It’s easy to see why AUT is ranked as one of the top art and design universities in the world, says design alumna Michelle Young who now works for Ogilvy, one of the largest, most successful agencies in the world. During her time at AUT, Michelle continuously challenged herself and participated in every opportunity that crossed her path.
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