Doctor of Fine Arts (DocFA)

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.

You will supervised by a committed team of professionally active, internationally recognised staff from within Elam and if appropriate, other schools/faculties within The University of Auckland. Please note that only in exceptional circumstances is the DocFA offered extramurally.

To be eligible for this programme you need to have completed a Master of Fine Arts by research (as distinct from a coursework programme) or equivalent, and have achieved to an appropriate standard. For more detailed information, please consult the DocFA regulations

The DocFA is the highest-level university qualification in fine arts at The University of Auckland that is predominantly founded on studio-based practice. If you wish to undertake a solely written thesis, please refer to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Fine Arts. If you wish to undertake a PhD in Fine Arts with a creative component, follow the application procedures online. These regulations are to be updated; please check with the School for current information. View PhD reguations

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

Applying for admission

How to apply for a doctorate
Scholarship opportunities
Important dates

More information

NICAI Student Centre
Level 2, Building 421
(Architecture and Planning Building)
26 Symonds Street, Auckland
Email: info-creative@auckland.ac.nz

For general enquiries, please call:
The University of Auckland Student Information Centre
Phone: 0800 61 62 65

For specific information on the DocFA programme, please contact:
Dr Simon Ingram
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 89997

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