Study options at Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries

Architects today face an exciting and challenging future where sustainability, climate change, evolving technology and the increasing complexity of human society must all be taken into account. Our programmes reflect all these requirements and ensure you graduate well equipped for a rewarding career in architecture or in a range of other design-based roles.

In a Bachelor of Dance Studies you’ll grow as an educator, performer, choreographer and researcher. Your award-winning teachers will help you develop confidence in leading others and working in teams. We focus on contemporary, cultural and community dance, interacting with different dance forms and working with people of all ages and abilities.

The world is changing, almost faster than we can keep up with. While we can’t accurately imagine future realities, we can develop skills that will help us adapt to them.

The Bachelor of Design introduces you to design thinking, tools and technologies. It also explores how contemporary design is utilised in various sectors to boost innovation and productivity. You will learn the value of idea generation, prototyping, and user experience, all while considering the social, ethical and economic implications of design.

Artists are storytellers, change-makers, disruptors and creators who shape our culture and enrich our society.

At Elam, you will develop skills in creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and entrepreneurship. These skills will prepare you to make an impact in businesses and other organisations, in all areas of the creative industries and in the wider community.

The School of Music at the University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest tertiary music school.

The Bachelor of Music will expand your musical technique and understanding within your choice of Creative Practice in Classical, Jazz, Composition, or Popular Music specialisation, or in your Music Studies specialisation. 

Professional urban planners play a critical role in shaping our urban environments – economically, environmentally, socially and culturally.

The Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) explores how towns, cities and public spaces can impact our lives. You will use both critical analysis and creativity to address real-world issues and implications of urban development.

With a BUrbPlan(Hons), you’ll be eligible to apply for membership to the New Zealand Planning Institute.