Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours)
Visual Arts
A course by
Whitecliffe College
A one-year, full-time Honours programme for graduates of a Bachelor of Fine Arts, focused on advanced studio research and critical contextual study, culminating in a final exhibition and research summary.
NZ$10,825
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NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)
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NZ$10,825
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)
Post Grad
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Core skills this course teaches
Critical analysis and adaptation of frameworks
Critically analyse and adapt relevant conceptual, critical, and theoretical frameworks to independent studio-based research.
Advanced research methodologies
Frame, refine, and resolve complex ideas through advanced research methodologies in creative contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) at Whitecliffe is a one-year advanced degree for graduates seeking to deepen their creative practice and research in Fine Arts. The programme integrates contextual, theoretical, and studio-based learning through two core courses: Studio Research and Critical Contexts. Students undertake in-depth research projects, refine complex ideas, and produce professional-level bodies of work. The degree culminates in a final public exhibition or presentation and an accompanying written research summary. Graduates are well-prepared for professional roles in creative industries or for progression to Master's study.
Course Content
- Studio Research
- Critical Contexts
- Practice-based research inquiry
- Advanced research methodologies
- Contextual and theoretical frameworks in creative practice
- Preparation and realisation of final exhibition/presentation
- Written research summary
What you need to know first
Completed an undergraduate qualification equivalent to NZQF Level 7 within the last 3 years
Achieved a Grade Point Average (GPA) of final undergraduate year (Level 7 credits) of B– and above (GPA of 4)
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