BFA and Bachelor of Global Studies [Conjoint] - Transnational Cultures and Creative Practice in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

Artists serve as cultural narrators, innovators, and visionaries who influence society and drive transformation. At Elam, you'll cultivate abilities in creative expression, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and business acumen. These competencies will equip you to create meaningful contributions across creative sectors, corporate environments, and community spaces. The BFA program empowers you to realize your concepts through extensive exploration, investigation, and experimentation with diverse artistic media and digital tools. Our expert instructors and technical specialists will mentor your creative process, helping you hone your techniques and create exceptional artworks.

The Bachelor of Global Studies prepares you to address significant challenges in our interconnected world by applying your learning. You'll encounter fresh perspectives on global affairs while developing comprehensive knowledge of modern concerns and questioning conventional worldviews. As you acquire proficiency in another language, you'll enhance your appreciation of different cultures and viewpoints. The program develops essential career skills including leadership, collaboration, public engagement, analytical reasoning, investigative methods, and cross-cultural dialogue. Transnationalism explores the growing connections between individuals and institutions beyond national boundaries. Selecting this specialization allows you to examine and interpret cultural manifestations of transnational existence through various art forms like architecture, visual arts, film, writing, music, and performance, while tailoring your academic focus. Graduates emerge as capable international citizens, equipped with linguistic abilities, cultural insights, research expertise, and practical understanding for leadership positions in diplomacy, nonprofit organizations, global media, education, and the travel industry.