With a BA (Hons) you will take advanced courses and research in either the subject you studied for your BA, GCertArts or GradDipArts. An honours degree is a highly regarded qualification, showing your in-depth understanding of the arts and their application to the real world.
Entry Requirements
To enter the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) you will have been awarded or qualified for a:
Bachelor of Arts degree or equivalent qualification with a major in the intended postgraduate subject with at least a B grade average over the 200 and 300-level specialisation courses, or close equivalent, or
Bachelor of Arts degree with a minor in the intended postgraduate subject, followed by a Graduate Certificate in Arts endorsed in the intended postgraduate subject with at least a B grade average over the 200 and 300-level specialisation courses, or close equivalent, or
Bachelor of Arts degree followed by a Graduate Diploma of Arts in the intended postgraduate subject with at least a B grade average over the 200 and 300-level specialisation courses, or close equivalent.
To enter the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Psychology) you will have been awarded or qualified for a:
Bachelor degree with a major in Psychology with at least a B+ grade average in the 300-level Psychology specialisation courses, or equivalent.
You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
A Diploma in Communication can open up employment pathways in the many fields including: public relations communication management arts administration event management relationship management journalism web content management social media advising brand management advertising...
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this programme, outside of university admission regulations.
Note: This programme may have an on-campus or in-person requirement and therefore requires that students submit a current My Vaccine Pass on enrolment. The Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts gives you the opportunity for advanced study in contemporary art.
Entry Requirements
To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts you will :
have gained a relevant bachelor's degree with a grade average that demonstrates an adequate level of preparation
be selected into the programme through an interview and the assessment of a portfolio of submitted work
have an appropriate level of English language proficiency.
You will need to submit verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
Study communication design and apply graphic design and digital skills to create typographic and visual meaning in graphic and interaction design, branding, illustration, photography, advertising, motion graphics and art direction.
Study fashion design, and develop a strong conceptual design style and practical design skills - from drawing and pattern cutting to understanding the business of fashion. Access world-class facilities and make industry connections.
Interested in postgraduate study in communications? In as little as one semester you can explore a range of topics - from inclusive journalism to media innovation and communication leadership.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Bachelor of Communication Studies or equivalent OR
Relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the Dean to be equivalent to a bachelor's degree
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is mainly aimed at high-achieving students in the Bachelor of Arts who want to advance their skills and make their CV stand out. It can also serve as a pathway to advanced research at master's or doctoral level.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Bachelor of Arts with a B+ grade average or higher in level 7 courses in the selected subject area for this degree, or equivalent
Many of New Zealand's most respected Maori artists are graduates of the Master of Maori Visual Arts. More recent graduates attract recognition as emerging talent.
Entry Requirements
This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.
In the Bachelor of Creative Media Production (Honours), you'll take your own project from conception to completion under the expert supervision of our industry-connected staff. It could be a short film, video game, mixed reality experience or whatever you can imagine.
Entry Requirements
To enter the Bachelor of Creative Media Production (Honours) you will:
have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor of Creative Media Production or equivalent with at least a B grade average over the highest level courses.
You must provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
Note: This programme may have an on-campus or in-person requirement and therefore requires that students submit a current My Vaccine Pass on enrolment.
Entry Requirements
This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.
To enter the Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours you will:
submit a portfolio (if you do well in NCEA Level 2 art, design or technology - or equivalent - you may not need to submit a portfolio. See details below.)
Note: This programme may have an on-campus or in-person requirement and therefore requires that students submit a current My Vaccine Pass on enrolment. You'll be studying with other fine arts students in courses at 200, 300 and 400-level.
Entry Requirements
This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.
To be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Fine Arts you will:
have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, or
have demonstrated equivalent practical, professional and/or scholarly experience.
You will also need to:
take part in an interview at which you demonstrate readiness to undertake your desired course of study
submit a satisfactory portfolio of work to show you are at the standard necessary to undertake work up to 300-level and beyond
provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities.
AUT's communications degree is very well regarded in New Zealand and around the world. That's because our students pick up top jobs in the best companies and media outlets, and win many prestigious awards.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirementsIf you have New Zealand qualifications
The world needs communicators. It needs people who have the creativity and imagination to develop content that will inspire and connect people. It needs those with the logic, analysis and language skills to deliver that content in a strategic and meaningful way.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this programme, outside of university admission regulations.
Note: This programme may have an on-campus or in-person requirement and therefore requires that students submit a current My Vaccine Pass on enrolment. The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) has a strong collective philosophy.
Entry Requirements
This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.
To enter the Master of Fine Arts you will:
have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor of Design with Honours or Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours (or equivalent) with a minimum B average, or
Have been awarded or qualified for a Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts or Postgraduate Diploma in Design (or equivalent) with a minimum B average, or
have been awarded a relevant Bachelor's degree with a minimum B average and demonstrated relevant industry or professional experience.
You will also need to:
take part in an interview
provide a portfolio of design work
provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
In this postgraduate diploma, you will balance independent creative work in the studio with learning in Maori studies or museum studies. You will spend most of your time making art.
Entry Requirements
This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.
To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Maori Visual Arts you will:
have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor of Maori Visual Arts, or
have been awarded a relevant bachelor's degree and provide evidence of appropriate professional experience and duration, or
sufficient practical, professional and scholarly experience at an appropriate level.
You are required to provide a portfolio if you have not completed a Bachelor of Maori Visual Arts with Massey University.
You must also provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
In considering applications for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in Maori Visual Arts, the University shall pay due regard to indigenous systems for the acquisition of knowledge and shall apply a fair, large and liberal interpretation to the concepts of 'scholarly experience' and 'academic work'.
Note: This programme may have an on-campus or in-person requirement and therefore requires that students submit a current My Vaccine Pass on enrolment. Massey is the only university to offer degrees in Maori visual arts.
Entry Requirements
This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.
To enter the Bachelor of Maori Visual Arts you will need to:
provide a portfolio of your work, in the form of slides, photos or actual artworks
provide a statement (of around 100 words) of why you want to join the BMVA programme
Note: This programme may have an on-campus or in-person requirement and therefore requires that students submit a current My Vaccine Pass on enrolment. In the Bachelor of Creative Media Production (BCMP) you will learn about industry-standard technologies across multiple media.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for the Bachelor of Creative Media Production other than those required to study at university.
From communication leadership to inclusive journalism and media innovation, this one-year intensive postgraduate programme equips you with skills in the communications field.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Bachelor of Communication Studies or equivalent OR
Relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the Dean to be equivalent to a bachelor's degree
Shape the future of media and communication industries with the Master of Communication Studies. Explore communication leadership, inclusive journalism or media innovation, and research a topic of your interest.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Must have completed the Bachelor of Communication Studies or an equivalent qualification with a B grade average or higher in Level 7 courses.
