The Doctor of Fine Arts (DocFA) is the highest-level university qualification in fine arts at The University of Auckland that is predominantly founded on studio-based practice. 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.

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