BM9601
Starts February / July
For three years full-time or part-time equivalent
Domestic Student fees are $5,650 *
International Student fees are $18,900 NZD (per year) *
Study part-time or full-time
Hamilton City Campus
The Bachelor of Media Arts (Visual Arts) programme is the unique, practical programme for you if you are seeking a career in visual arts and design.
Programme Content
Your first year of study includes drawing methods, an investigation of a variety of media, working in two, three and four dimensions, and the development of research and communication skills.
In your second and third years, you will choose to specialise in digital media design, graphic design, moving image, painting, sculpture or photography.
Further electives are available from across the Media Arts programme, regardless of your endorsement of entry. For example, you may wish to specialise in graphic design, but do a number of advertising electives. The BMA structure is designed to let you maintain an interest in a number of disciplines.
Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Media Arts may lead to employment as an Art Director, Art Educator, Cinematographer, Designer, Editorial Photographer, Environmental Designer, Exhibition Designer, Film Producer, Filmmaker, Freelance Photographer, Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Photojournalist, Presenter (radio and television), Public Artist, Studio Artist or Web Designer.
Entry Criteria
- 60 credits at NCEA Level 2 in four subjects, including 12 credits in a Language Rich^ subject, or equivalent, or
- 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 including a Language Rich^ subject, or equivalent, or
- A total score of 16 or less in four Sixth Form Certificate subjects including a Language Rich^ subject, or equivalent, or
- University Entrance, or equivalent
^ History, Classics, Media Studies or English
In addition, for admission into the Visual Arts endorsement candidates will:
- Submit a portfolio of work, and
- If shortlisted, may be required to participate in an interview
Your portfolio of work must include a portfolio of works that forms a cohesive series. From this, we want to understand that you are capable of developing a body of related work, and the way your ideas were investigated and developed. It should contain one of the following:
- Series of drawings
- Series of paintings and their drawings
- Series of sculptures / carvings with drawings
- Series of photographs with drawings (if applicable), proof sheets and work prints
- Graphic or product design projects with briefs and drawings
- Video or film scripts and photographs of storyboards (if bigger than A4)
- Visual narrative sequences (comic strips) and preparatory drawings (photographs only if bigger than A4)
- Note: You may also submit projects on CD (TIFF, Flash or HTML formats) or provide a URL to work hosted on a website. You should still submit a series of printed A4 sheets which show drawings or other forms of developmental process for this work.
You must include a 400 word essay (approx) analysing your work submitted. You must identify and discuss the successful aspects of each series, and consider where your ideas came from and how you developed them. You should also indicate where you could develop these ideas in future work. We are particularly looking for your ability to engage critically with a wider visual culture, and your understanding of where your work ‘fits’ in the wide range of art and design practices in the world. This may include art, but you might also refer to movies, magazines, online work, etc.
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test Score (IELTS) of 6.0 across all bands.
Special admission may be granted to candidates aged 20 years or over who do not meet the specified entry requirements. These candidates may be required to demonstrate an ability to successfully complete the programme through a process of an interview and / or assessment.
If you do not meet these requirements see the Certificate in Media Arts (Level 4).
Check what documents are required to enrol in this programme.
Secondary School Students
Want to experience visual arts for a day? Talk to your STAR Coordinator or Careers Advisor and do one of the following Wintec Tasters.
- Developing Photoshop Skills (one day)
- Developing Screenwriting Skills (two days)
- Introduction to Editing for Moving Image (two days)
- Introduction to Illustrator (two days)
- Introduction to Life Drawing (two days)
- Short Video Production and Development (one day)
About the Faculty
This programme is offered by the School of Media Arts who provide innovative, interdisciplinary education that prepares students for careers in the creative industries.
Experienced staff and state-of-the-art facilities help you develop a unique range of skills and the ability to apply them in the professional world. Check out examples of student work, some of our successful graduates, Media Arts’ Industry connections, all the latest news and events, and more. |
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