National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries


Doctor of Fine Arts (DocFA)

Quick facts — DocFA
Full-time

3–4 years

Part-time May be possible after first year
Application closing date

Any time during the year

Programme starts

Any time during the year, negotiable

Overview

The Doctor of Fine Arts (DocFA) is an advanced studio-based research degree. You are required to develop a formal, systematic exposition of a substantial piece of original creative work, founded on a chosen research question. This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the field of contemporary art and/or design.

The results of your practice-based research are predominantly presented through exhibitions, performances and/or other creative works. The final presentation is supported by a written submission.

To be eligible for this programme you need to have completed a Master of Fine Arts by research (rather than a taught programme) or equivalent, and have achieved to an appropriate standard.

The DocFA is the highest-level university qualification in fine arts at The University of Auckland that is founded on studio-based practice. If you wish to undertake a solely written thesis, you should apply for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Fine Arts.

For more detail, please see the University Calendar, held in the University Library; or you can purchase one from the University Bookshop or view online.

University Calendar

More information

NICAI Student Centre
Phone: +64 9 373 7067
Email: info-creative@auckland.ac.nz

Dr Ruth Watson, Programme Leader
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 88000


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