BA/BFA - Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Fine Arts Conjoint

Overview
Entry Requirements, Fees and Dates
Schedule

In this programme, you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you in both your Arts and Fine Arts courses.

Creative thinkers and makers consider cultural, social, environmental, ethical and political concepts and find compelling ways to share these ideas with their audience. The wide range of subjects available in the Bachelor of Arts means you can focus your studies on the aspects of society, people and culture that interest you.

In your Fine Arts component at Elam School of Fine Arts, you will study contemporary art and pursue your choice from a range of art media and practices, including: ceramics, photography, installation, performance art, print, moving image, digital media, sound art, and more.

This conjoint will deepen your knowledge of society, people and culture. It will enhance your critical thinking and communication skills. The skills and knowledge gained from combining these degrees will bring out the best in you and improve your career options.

Browse contemporary art projects by our Fine Arts students .

The world of work is changing rapidly. Employers in all fields are looking for staff who can keep up and forge ahead. Your BA/BFA study will prepare you for many careers by helping you develop capabilities valued in any professional role. You will graduate with expertise in advanced communication, critical and creative thinking, the ability to research and evaluate information, to analyse problems and seek solutions and with an insightful awareness of different perspectives. Further, you will enter the job market well-positioned to pursue new opportunities opened up by developments in society, technology and the creative industries.

Account manager
Arts administrator
Art writer or critic
Communications specialist
Creative director
Curator
Digital content specialist
Sales and marketing executive

BA(Hons) - Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

MA - Master of Arts

MFA - Master of Fine Arts

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Key Information for Students

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Overseas qualifications

If your highest qualification was gained outside New Zealand, view our international entry requirements.

New Zealand secondary school qualifications

You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.

First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.

Guaranteed rank score, subject and other requirements

If your rank score is slightly lower than the guaranteed score, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available. If you don’t meet the requirements, you may be able to apply under our Undergraduate Targeted Admission Schemes.

Qualification and Score required

NCEA - 210

Applicants must also meet the selection criteria for the other conjoint component.

CIE - 230

Applicants must also meet the selection criteria for the other conjoint component.

IB - 28

Applicants must also meet the selection criteria for the other conjoint component.

New Zealand tertiary qualifications

You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.

Guaranteed grade requirements

These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.

Grade required

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3.9 Grade Point equivalent Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent

Further requirements

You must have completed one semester of successful bachelor degree study from a New Zealand tertiary institution, or one year of successful study as part of an acceptable sub-degree qualification from a New Zealand tertiary institution.

Transfer of Credit - You can apply for transfer of credit for tertiary courses completed elsewhere as part of your Application for Admission. For more information, please see External transfer of credit.

If you have completed study at another New Zealand University, get an estimate of the transfer credit you may be eligible for, using our Transfer Credit Calculator.

See information about prior tertiary study requirements

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

See if you meet the criteria for the Undergraduate Targeted Admission Scheme (UTAS).
Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
If you are under 20, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for discretionary entrance.
If you can demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and maturity, we offer admission to applicants under 16.

Year Fees Applicable

Domestic Student Annual Fees

International Student Annual Fees

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses. For more information, please see Fees and Money Matters .

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Scholarships and awards

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Student loans and allowances

Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.

Cost of living

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Please note: we will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Semester	Application Closing Date	Semester Start Date	Semester End Date
2026 Semester One	08 December 2025	02 March 2026	29 June 2026
2026 Semester Two	08 June 2026	20 July 2026	16 November 2026

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See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.

Selected courses from the Bachelor of Arts Conjoint Component must include courses in a minimum of three subjects listed in the Bachelor of Arts Schedule.