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Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours – BFA(Hons)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Bachelor's Degree

Summary

You'll gain a competitive edge in a world where initiative and confidence are an advantage, and where new careers continue to be invented. Your research-led independent body of work will celebrate your growth into an independent creative arts practitioner. For those wanting to go even further, the fourth year of study with us can also be a fast- track into our Master's programme

In the Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours – BFA (Hons) – you’ll spend 2/3 of your time in the studio, experiencing different approaches to making art, and developing your own unique practice.

The qualification isn’t media specific so you can focus on the methods and ideas of contemporary art production, and make bodies of new work that are responsive to a variety of contexts. Work, learn and collaborate alongside with students across disciplines and year levels.

You can work across a range of media, such as:

sculpture
painting
drawing
performance
installation
moving image
photography
printmaking
site-responsive work
curatorial activities
art writing.

The BFA (Hons) will stretch you, ground you in art theory and immerse you in art-making, with the support of some of New Zealand’s most notable fine artists.

We are looking for creative, enthusiastic and dedicated students who demonstrate skill and passion for design and the visual arts.

Looking for a shorter qualification?

Certificate in Creative Arts (6 months full-time; available part-time)
Diploma in Creative Arts (12 months full-time; available part-time)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (3 years full-time; available part-time)

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Entry criteria

Entry requirements

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

Massey University entry requirements

Specific requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification other than those required to study at university. Once you have applied and enrolled we encourage you to book a Creative Review to ensure you are on the right track.

English language requirements

To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

Massey University English language requirements

Time limits for Honours, Distinction and Merit

If you complete this qualification within the stated time limit, you will normally be able to graduate with a class of Honours.

Look for further information under ‘Student Progression’ in the regulations for this qualification.

More information

Read the regulations for this qualification thoroughly
Contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.

Prior learning, credit and exemptions

For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

review the Recognition of Prior Learning regulations
contact us through the Get advice button on this page.

English language skills

If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

Maximum time limits for completion

There are maximum time limits to complete some undergraduate and all postgraduate qualifications. If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.

Official regulations

To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.

You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Undergraduate Degrees, Undergraduate Diplomas, Undergraduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates.

Returning students

For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.

Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.

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