This practice-led and student-centered programme enables students to develop skills in a variety of visual art forms, such as painting, printmaking, drawing, photography, sculpture, and moving-image. The curriculum focuses on contemporary art trends, mātauranga Māori, collaborative practice, and the production of creative works. Students can customise their studies via majors, minors, and elective options, allowing a tailored learning experience. Graduates gain a sound understanding of the art sector and are equipped for further study or a variety of creative careers.

Course Content

• Core courses in fundamental visual arts principles and processes

• Studio-based learning in painting, printmaking, drawing, photography, sculpture, and moving image

• Integrated Visual Arts Practices (capstone/practice-based project)

• Professional Contexts course (preparing for art industry career)

• Option to major in Painting, Printmaking and Drawing OR Photography, Sculpture and Moving-image

• Option to include minors and elective courses from art/design or other AUT degrees

• Incorporation of mātauranga Māori into art practice

• Collaborative and independent art-making

• Critical art theory and contemporary trends