Bachelor of Fine Arts
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 37,275 / Year

    Bachelor of Fine Arts

    About

    Introduction

    The BFA is a prestigious degree that will give you a broad knowledge in visual arts, multimedia, and design before you specialise.

    The BFA not only focuses on developing your practice, but also helps to build your identity as an artist. The tight-knit cohort adds to the supportive and diverse community of practitioners.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    To apply for admission to the Intermediate Year (first year) of the BFA, you need to have met University Entrance requirements.

    We prefer students who took arts in high school, but anyone with a good portfolio will be considered.

    All applicants need to submit an application form, a letter of introduction, and a portfolio of work.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 80

    English Program Requirements

    English language courses offered in partnership with CCEL will prepare you for study at Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses offered by CCEL are designed to provide you with the specific language and study skills you will need to succeed in academic study.

    Further details and application form are available from the CCEL site.

    Career

    Career ready

    • Showcase your work during the year through exhibitions and community projects.
    • Gain creative and practical skills in your chosen specialisation as well as organisational and time management skills.
    • Graduates are working as professional artists, art gallery directors, photojournalists, art historians, consultants, and more.

    Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Fine Arts

    University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Christchurch