Qualifications
Overview
Initial studies in Sculpture focus on a range of specific issues which are fundamental to an understanding of sculptural practice, such as an exploration of contemporary issues related to time, space, and context, and the nature and use of materials and processes.
Subsequent studies are aimed at helping students develop a studio practice founded on producing a body of work which is informed by the expanded field of contemporary sculptural practice. These studies are individually constructed and students are encouraged to reflect critically on the development of their work and in exploring and solving sculptural problems.
There is strong competition for places in the Intermediate Year (first year) of the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) – see the degree page for information on entry requirements and how to apply.
Courses
UC offers a major in Sculpture as part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Sculpture major
Courses towards the Sculpture major begin in your second year. To complete the major you will need to take the following courses throughout the degree:
200-level
- SCUL 211 Sculpture 2A
- SCUL 212 Sculpture 2B
- One 200-level ARTH course
300-level
- SCUL 311 Sculpture 3
- Two optional courses from Bachelor of Arts subjects at any level
At least one 300-level ARTH course must be completed if you want to be eligible for Honours in your fourth year.
400-level
- SCUL 411 Sculpture 4
- Two optional courses from Bachelor of Arts subjects at any level
Students completing their fourth year at Honours level will take FINA 450 Honours Research instead of the 400-level courses above.
Career opportunities
Students that have studied Sculpture have gone onto employment as professional artists, art gallery directors, designers, consultants, art conservators, art critics, art historians, lecturers, and art teachers.
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Fine Arts.
Contact us
Ilam School of Fine Arts | Te Kura Kōwaiwai
Phone +64 3 369 3377
Email [email protected]
Location
Fine Arts Building, Block 2 – see campus maps
Postal address
College of Arts | Te Rāngai Toi Tangata
University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand