Doctor of Fine Arts DocFA
Course details
| NZQF Level | 10 |
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About the course
The DocFA involves both writing and practice, with an emphasis on the creative part of your thesis. You will be supervised by a committed team of professionally active, internationally recognised staff from Elam and, if appropriate, other schools/departments within the University of Auckland.
The DocFA is the highest-level qualification in Fine Arts at the University of Auckland. It is predominantly founded on studio-based practice. Like the PhD with Creative Scholarly Work, it is expected to be a contribution to knowledge in your chosen field. Candidates work on advanced-level research in a manner relevant to medium-based or post-medium practices throughout the course of the degree.
Alternatively, we also offer the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Fine Arts with a creative practice component. If you wish to undertake a solely written thesis, then a PhD might be for you. For more information, see or contact our academic department's postgraduate advisers to discuss your options.
More informationDoctoral policies and guidelines
Regulations for the DocFA (Page 205 has the relevant regulations for the
DocFA)
Doctoral study in Fine Arts
Entry requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
- Grade required
2nd class division i
+ Master of Fine Arts
+ 10,000-word research essay (MFAs with shorter essays may be required to undertake bridging studies)
+ Level of training and ability necessary to undertake advanced doctoral study in fine arts creative practice and research
You must demonstrate an ability to research independently, and possess a high level of theoretical understanding. Acceptance is subject to staff availability for supervision, and appropriate resources and facilities. You must write an initial statement of research intent to demonstrate your research capability and experience.
All students must meet our English-language requirements as a condition of entry.
About the provider
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