Welcome to the National Institute of
Creative Arts and Industries

The National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries (NICAI) is a respected centre for creativity, research, teaching and practice at The University of Auckland.

Music

Experience some inspirational performances by Music students.

Earl Ho – I love not like filming

Dance Studies

View some dynamic performances by Dance Studies students.

Centre for Art Research

See some of the innovative research-based work being undertaken at the Centre for Art Research.

Top Ten: new acquisitions for The University of Auckland Art Collection

Fine Arts

A selection of the award-winning work being produced at Elam School of Fine Arts.

Elam Graduate Show 2011

Architecture and Planning

Shake Design Group - BACK_TO_[BLACK]

Interdisciplinary

Collaborative projects undertaken by students across all disciplines.

The Fan Trail Project

Latest showcase

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At NICAI you can study architecture, planning and urban design, dance, fine arts, music and sound. We offer a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes and a wealth of opportunities for research in the creative arts and industries. You will study alongside other creative people, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects within a stimulating interdisciplinary framework.

Whether you’re looking to equip yourself for a creative career in the national or international arena, or to contribute to the world’s knowledge through postgraduate research, NICAI provides a dynamic environment where creative talent and entrepreneurship thrive.

News

Double honours for Nicholas Rowe 10 May 2012

Dr Nicholas Rowe has snapped up two prestigious awards recognising both his teaching and research achievements. >>

Pianist wins Graduation Gala Concerto Competition 9 May 2012

South Korean-born pianist Nayoung (Jane) Koo was awarded the top prize at Saturday night’s University of Auckland Graduation Gala Concerto Competition. >>

Art goes back to basics 4 May 2012

A new exhibition by Elam School of Fine Arts Graduates at the Gus Fisher Gallery challenges viewers to reconsider their expectations and relationship with art. >>

In memorium – Arnold Manaaki Wilson (MNZM) 3 May 2012

It is with great sadness that we note the death of Arnold Manaaki Wilson (MNZM), 1928-2012. >>

Traditional medium explored in contemporary ways 20 April 2012

A group show by artists who have all recently completed their Master of Fine Arts at Elam explores contemporary painting and its discourses. >>