Master of Arts
Visual Arts
A course by
Wintec
A research-led, postgraduate qualification enabling advanced independent investigation in visual arts, music, design, and communication, preparing students for higher professional or academic practice.
NZ$8,508
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NZQA Level 9 Certification (120 Credits)
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NZ$8,508
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 9 Certification (120 Credits)
Post Grad
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Core skills this course teaches
Conduct Original Research
Plan and execute a major independent research project in a chosen field within the arts, demonstrating advanced practical and theoretical skills.
Advanced Practice in the Arts
Extend and refine a selected domain (design, music, visual arts, or communication) through sustained practical and scholarly inquiry.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Arts programme at Wintec provides students with an opportunity to develop their practice through sustained, independent research in their selected domain: design, music, visual arts, or communication. Working in a supportive, research-focused environment, students extend their skills and knowledge through both practical and theoretical enquiry. Supervision and frequent peer discussions help students to analyse, critically evaluate, and effectively articulate their research. Access to specialist studios, workshops, and facilities is tailored to the individual’s project needs, supported by technical staff.
Course Content
- Research Project (BM0Z500, 120 credits)
- OR Research Project 1 (BM0Z501, 60 credits) and Research Project 2 (BM0Z502, 60 credits)
- Development and implementation of a research methodology
- Studio-based practice and written dissertation
- Supervision, peer critique, and research analysis
- Utilisation of specialist media arts facilities
What you need to know first
Bachelor with Honours degree in a relevant field; OR
Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant field with a minimum B grade average; OR
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