Diploma in Fine Arts
Massey University
Subject area
Fine Arts
Qualification
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Entry requirements
A New Zealand University Entrance Qualification or equivalent plus a portfolio of work.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Diploma in Fine Arts graduates will demonstrate attributes of Creativity - Toi, Virtuosity - Mohio, Understanding - Matauranga and Connectedness - Whanaungatanga. They should: Display an awareness of a variety of different world views acknowledging their contribution to the cultural identity of Aotearoa New Zealand (Matauranga). Demonstrate a critical awareness of key aspects of art in a global context in relation to their practice. (Matauranga). Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between creative work and audiences. (Whanaungatanga). Be intellectually curious and adaptable, willing to embrace new ideas and accommodate risk and uncertainty (Toi). Apply a range of processes to generate ideas, proposals, and creative works (Toi). Critically reflect on and evaluate their own work and the work of other practitioners and scholars (Matauranga). Demonstrate competencies in manipulation of materials, media, processes and technologies. (Mohio). Utilise analytical, selective and creative processes in order to transform ideas into material outcomes (Mohio). Demonstrate effective visual, material, oral and written communication skills (Whanaungatanga). Source and use a range of resources and materials that support the development of creative work. (Matauranga).
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Visual Arts and Crafts at this level can earn:
$29,000
Median earnings one year after study
$32,000
Median earnings two years after study
$38,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
43%
Employment rate two years after study
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Grants & Scholarships
Provided by:
Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board
Website:
Value:
$1,000
Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust - Foundation Awards
Provided by:
Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust - Manager
Website:
http://www.kateedgertrust.org.nz/
Value:
$2,000
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 627 739
Phone: (06) 356 9099
Fax: (06) 350 2263
Email: contact@massey.ac.nz
Web: http://www.massey.ac.nz
Sources
NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.
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