Postgraduate Certificate in Fine Arts – PGCertFA

1 In order to be admitted to this postgraduate certificate, an applicant must have:

a (i) completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(ii) completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher across 60 points above Stage II

and

b demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Programme Director that they have the necessary skills and experience to undertake this postgraduate certificate. This will normally require the submission of a portfolio and may require an interview.

2 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

4 A student admitted to this postgraduate certificate must:

a pass courses with a total value of 60 points

and

b complete within:

(i) one semester of initial enrolment if enrolled full-time

or

(ii) two semesters of initial enrolment if enrolled part-time

and

c not exceed 90 points for the total enrolment for this postgraduate certificate.

5 A student admitted to this postgraduate certificate must complete the requirements as listed in the Postgraduate Certificate in Fine Arts Schedule.

6 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

7 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

8 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.