Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts
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Overview
Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts
Introduction
The Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts (PGDipFineArts) offers advanced, practice-based research within a studio subject.
The programme gives you the opportunity to produce work that critically examines the technical practice, artistic influences, trends, and professional industry of your specialist area in Fine Arts.
You will be able to take advantage of Fine Arts facilities on campus, such as the on-site gallery, darkrooms, digital labs, workshops, and film suites. Each student will also have their own studio space for practising and showcasing their work.
Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts
Entry requirements
A Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a B Grade Point Average in your final year courses, is required to enrol.
A degree or a diploma in Fine Arts and professional experience in the field will also be considered.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts
How do I plan my diploma?
The PGDipFineArts is made up of 120 points, involving a research project in your chosen studio work.
The programme will take 1 year of full-time study. Part-time study is also possible for up to 2 years, with approval.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts.
Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts
Subjects and courses
The research course in the programme builds on your studio subject in Moving Image, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography, or Sculpture:
Domestic
2024 tuition fee estimate: $8,877 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $9,410 (120 points)
International
2024 tuition fee estimate: $40,600 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $42,200 (120 points)
2026 tuition fee estimate: $43,850 (120 points)
Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts
Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts
Career opportunities
With critical research skills and experience in conducting their own projects and art practice, students will be well prepared for work in the ever-changing contemporary art world.
Career pathways could include becoming a professional artist, art curator, consultant, designer, art conservator, teacher, art critic, gallery director, and a wide range of other roles in the creative industries.
Graduates will also be prepared for more advanced research and tertiary practice in their studio discipline.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
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