WHAT IS IT LIKE? The Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Art is a qualification providing a unique opportunity for advanced study in contemporary art and an entry point into Fine Arts postgraduate study at Massey University. The programme combines theoretical inquiry with studio-based practice, focusing on identifying, exploring and developing research methods that are relevant to current art practices and enquiry. Particular emphasis is placed on: Exploring process as a key component of art making; Developing advanced research techniques and methodology; Learning strategies that aim to refine and enhance your working methods; Building an extensive knowledge base of contemporary cultural history and theory that gives you the confidence to negotiate your own relationship between theory and practice; Laying the groundwork for MFA or PhD study. Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts structure The Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts is a one-year (120 credit) full-time programme comprising: 213.441 Art Studio Research 213.442 Art Studio V 213.463 Research Seminar 1 x 400 level College of Creative Art elective (Choose one) 213.411 Fine Arts Special Topic IV OR 213.464 Art in Context (Choose one) 197.465 Creative Futures OR 213.465 Exhibition OR 237.465 Creative Exposition