MFA- Design in Porirua New Zealand | Massey University

Immerse yourself in vibrant discussions about your creative work through Massey's interdisciplinary Master of Fine Arts (Design) program, designed for artists and designers. This MFA program emphasizes a collaborative approach, uniting students from both design and fine arts backgrounds to stimulate dynamic exchanges and creative discovery. You can opt to graduate with an MFA specializing in design, fine arts, or choose no specific endorsement if your work transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries. Our program attracts students with diverse undergraduate backgrounds, including fashion design, photography, textile design, industrial design, graphic design, fine arts, and even music. Massey boasts the highest number of internationally recognized researchers in visual art and design among New Zealand universities, with all postgraduate faculty maintaining strong research credentials. The Massey MFA holds 'substantial equivalency' recognition from the US National Association of Schools of Art and Design, aligning it with top-tier US university programs. Unique in Australasia, this two-year program provides ample time for creative exploration, fundamental practice examination, and innovative artistic development. By your second year, you'll develop a critically aware artistic identity that informs your final thesis project.