Course details

Summary

WHAT IS IT LIKE?

The Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Art is a qualification providing a unique opportunity for advanced study in contemporary art and an entry point into Fine Arts postgraduate study at Massey University. The programme combines theoretical inquiry with studio-based practice, focusing on identifying, exploring and developing research methods that are relevant to current art practices and enquiry.

Particular emphasis is placed on:

• Exploring process as a key component of art making;
• Developing advanced research techniques and methodology;
• Learning strategies that aim to refine and enhance your working methods;
• Building an extensive knowledge base of contemporary cultural history and theory that gives you the confidence to negotiate your own relationship between theory and practice;
• Laying the groundwork for MFA or PhD study.

Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts structure

The Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts is a one-year (120 credit) full-time programme comprising:

• 213.441 Art Studio Research
• 213.442 Art Studio V
• 213.463 Research Seminar
• 1 x 400 level College of Creative Art elective

Choose 197.465 Creative Futures OR 213.465 Exhibition OR 237.465 Creative Exposition

Entry criteria

Attainment of a relevant bachelor’s degree with a grade average that demonstrates an adequate level of preparation.

English language requirements:

• IELTS score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
• TOEFL iBT score of 90 overall (min 20 in Writing)
• PTE Academic score of 58 Overall (min 50 in communicative skills)
• Cambridge English score of 180