Bachelor of Maori Visual Arts

Massey is the only university to offer degrees in Māori visual arts. The BMVA has a strong Māori kaupapa, with te reo, tikanga, and manaakitanga at its core. At Toioho ki Apiti we recognise that language, culture, tikanga and art are inseparable. We cater for all levels of proficiency in te reo, and you can learn at the rate that’s right for you. The Bachelor of Māori Visual Arts (BMVA) will provide you with: a culturally based education in design two and 3-dimensional art theory and making discussion on art issues relating to the development of Māori art development of your perceptual and conceptual skills a cultural foundation for visual communication interaction with the broader Māori community through exhibitions and community programmes.