Qualifications
Overview
Initial studies in Painting proceed from a mix of traditional and contemporary painting practice. Students are encouraged to develop a sound grasp of the rationale belonging to such practices and a practical knowledge of the basic formal issues which guide them.
Advanced studies are designed to encourage students to deal with more recent painting practice in depth so that, by the time their studies have completed, they are able to maintain a high level of personally-directed activity consistent with established practice in their field.
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 Painting as part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Painting major
Courses towards the Painting major begin in your second year. To complete the major you will need to take the following courses throughout the degree:
200-level
- PAIN 211 Painting 2A
- PAIN 212 Painting 2B
- One 200-level ARTH course
300-level
- PAIN 311 Painting 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
- PAIN 411 Painting 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
Graduates in Painting will find careers as professional artists, art gallery directors, 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