Visual Arts
A course by
University of Auckland
A flexible undergraduate degree that prepares students for a creative professional life through creative practice, research, and skills in a variety of visual arts media, at the Elam School of Fine Arts.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years

Learn to express ideas through a range of creative media and technologies, and refine your ability to produce high-calibre artwork.

Gain skills to critically examine artistic practices and cultural contexts, and conduct research relevant to your creative projects.

Acquire entrepreneurial and collaboration skills, and explore career possibilities in the creative industries and beyond.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at Elam School of Fine Arts helps you find your creative voice and build a meaningful practice in contemporary art. The programme encourages exploration across a range of creative media and technologies, guided by experienced teachers and technicians. You develop creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial skills, and complete a capstone project and associated research essay in your final year. The programme allows for custom study pathways, including the option to take a conjoint degree with other disciplines such as Arts or Science.
What you need to know first
University entrance qualification as per University of Auckland entry requirements

Creative industries
Visual arts
Design
Media

Art Director
Artist
Creative Strategist
Visual Arts
A course by
University of Auckland
A flexible undergraduate degree that prepares students for a creative professional life through creative practice, research, and skills in a variety of visual arts media, at the Elam School of Fine Arts.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years

Learn to express ideas through a range of creative media and technologies, and refine your ability to produce high-calibre artwork.

Gain skills to critically examine artistic practices and cultural contexts, and conduct research relevant to your creative projects.

Acquire entrepreneurial and collaboration skills, and explore career possibilities in the creative industries and beyond.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at Elam School of Fine Arts helps you find your creative voice and build a meaningful practice in contemporary art. The programme encourages exploration across a range of creative media and technologies, guided by experienced teachers and technicians. You develop creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial skills, and complete a capstone project and associated research essay in your final year. The programme allows for custom study pathways, including the option to take a conjoint degree with other disciplines such as Arts or Science.
What you need to know first
University entrance qualification as per University of Auckland entry requirements

Creative industries
Visual arts
Design
Media

Art Director
Artist
Creative Strategist
Academic English Language Requirement
Creative Project Lead
Educator
Filmmaker
Writer
Visual Designer
Academic English Language Requirement
Creative Project Lead
Educator
Filmmaker
Writer
Visual Designer