Course details

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Fine Arts Conjoint BA/BFA
NZQF Level 7

About the course

In this programme, you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you in both your Arts and Fine Arts courses.

Creative thinkers and makers consider cultural, social, environmental, ethical and political concepts and find compelling ways to share these ideas with their audience. The wide range of subjects available in the Bachelor of Arts means you can focus your studies on the aspects of society, people and culture that interest you.

In your Fine Arts component at Elam, you will study contemporary art and pursue your choice from a range of art media and practices, including ceramics, photography, installation, performance art, print, moving image, digital media, sound art, and more.

This conjoint will deepen your knowledge of society, people and culture. It will enhance your critical thinking and communication skills. The skills and knowledge gained from combining these degrees will bring out the best in you and improve your career options.

Browse contemporary art projects by our Fine Arts students.

Entry requirements

If you're joining us from secondary school, here's what you need to enter the programme. You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements. 1. First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard. 2. You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator. 3. You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects. 4. Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.

About the provider

Located in the vibrant centre of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest city, The University of Auckland welcomes over 40,000 students each year, including 8,000 international students from over 100 countries.

As New Zealand’s largest and leading university, we harness the power of partnerships, research, teaching, excellence and equity to positively impact communities. Leading the way in sustainability and innovation, we tackle some of the world’s most compelling issues and challenges.

From academic support, student wellbeing and career support, we offer a wide range of pastoral care to all our students to help you stay well and succeed.

Our main campuses are in Auckland, a cosmopolitan and multicultural city where you can experience the best of urban living with nature at your doorstep..

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