BA / Bachelor of Fine Arts Conjoint - Art History in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

This program offers profound insights into both yourself and the world through Arts and Fine Arts studies. Creative individuals examine cultural, social, environmental, ethical, and political themes, developing impactful ways to communicate these concepts. The Bachelor of Arts provides diverse subjects, allowing you to specialize in areas of society, culture, and human behavior that captivate you. Within the Fine Arts component, you'll engage with modern artistic expressions and select from various mediums such as ceramics, photography, installations, performance art, prints, film, digital media, and sound art. This dual degree enriches your understanding of societal structures while sharpening analytical and communication abilities. By merging these disciplines, you'll unlock your full potential and expand professional opportunities.

Art History investigates visual arts' multifaceted roles across cultures and eras—spanning aesthetic, social, religious, political, and commercial dimensions. The curriculum extends beyond traditional mediums like painting and sculpture to include architecture, photography, video, performance art, design, and decorative arts. Our dynamic lectures feature visually engaging content, showcasing exquisite, thought-provoking, and occasionally contentious imagery. Students examine renowned creators such as Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Andy Warhol, and contemporary figures like Lisa Reihana and Simon Denny. The program covers diverse areas including Renaissance and Baroque movements, Māori and Pacific art, museum studies, modern art theory, cross-cultural expressions, and digital media.