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Emerson College
MFA in Creative Writing
- Boston, USA
Master degree
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
At Emerson College, we recognize that writing is your passion. Our on-campus MFA in Creative Writing emphasizes both the craft of writing and its literary foundations. By graduation, you'll have completed a professional thesis—be it a novel or excerpt, nonfiction book or excerpt, or a collection of poems, short stories, or essays—ready for agents, publishers, or digital publication. Housed in the Department of Writing, Literature, and Publishing within the School of the Arts, our program features an exceptional faculty and is home to two award-winning literary journals, offering strong connections to the Boston publishing community. Pursue your passion by choosing from genres like literary fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, while exploring writing as both an art form and a professional career.


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BAU, Centro Universitario de Artes y Diseño de Barcelona
Master in Stop-Motion Animation
- Barcelona, Spain
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
As a university course, the Master’s Degree in Stop Motion Animation provides unique training at the national and international level, delivered by a team of highly qualified multidisciplinary professionals that includes internationally renowned auteurs/animators with extensive experience in both the professional and educational fields.


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Zhejiang University International Business School
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International Master in Fine Arts
- Jiaxing, China
Master degree
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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The three-year international Master in Fine Arts (iMFA) program under the guidance of the Institute of Radio, Film, and Television, equips students with practical skills like script writing, film and television production, and new media audio-visual editing. Our students will take academic and practice-based courses with faculty members from CMIC, while having the opportunity to choose business-related courses at ZIBS. Mentors of this program graduated from world-class universities like the University of Michigan and the University of Art in Berlin. Established practitioners are hired as visiting scholars.


Academy of Art University
Master of Arts (MA) in Fine Art
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
MA
Full time
4 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The MA in Fine Arts can be completed with an emphasis in Drawing and Painting. This degree program provides students with the creative and technical skills needed to thrive in today’s art world. Students will leave with professional-level portfolios and an understanding of the business of art.


Academy of Art University
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Fine Art
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
Master degree
Full time, Part time
6 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The Master of Fine Art program provides students a framework for advanced study in drawing and painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Students are focused on technical and conceptual development in figurative, abstract, or landscape work. The School of Fine Art provides graduate students with studio space, exhibition galleries, and world-class facilities.
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Burren College of Art
MPhil in Fine Art
- Galway, Ireland
Master degree
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The MPhil (Fine Art) is a practice-based postgraduate research programme. The aim of the programme is the generation of a contribution to knowledge and understanding in the discipline of Fine Art.


National College of Art and Design
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MFA Fine Art
- Thomas Street, Ireland
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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The MFA Fine Art programme is aimed at artists and recent graduates who want to advance their art practices, engage with the relationships between contemporary art and theory and consider what art might be in relation to today’s social, cultural and political situations.


University of the Arts Helsinki
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
- Helsinki, Finland
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English, Finnish, Swedish
The student’s personal aspirations, freedom of choice, and individual guidance are integral to studies in fine arts. Our teachers are distinguished visual artists and experts from Finland and abroad. You will be provided a workspace and an excellent opportunity to exhibit your art in public, thanks to the Academy’s active exhibition activities.


University College London (UCL)
Fine Art MA
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Fine Art MA program is designed to support students in exploring their artistic practices while developing a clear understanding of contemporary art worlds. It offers a mix of practical studio work and theoretical study, encouraging students to p…


University of Otago
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
- Dunedin, New Zealand
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) is a practical, studio-based degree designed to enable students to attain a high level of professional mastery, craft and practical skill, through the presentation of both a creative art-work (or art-works) and a written component (exegesis).


Kingston University
MFA in Fine Art
- Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
- London, United Kingdom
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Fine Art MFA at Kingston School of Art is a unique and dynamic programme for artists who want to develop both their personal practice and conceptual understanding. This course supports emerging artists who want to develop their personal vision while engaging critically with contemporary art practice.


Bath Spa University
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MA in Fine Art (Ceramics)
- Bath, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
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MA Fine Art (Ceramics) at Bath Spa is designed to fully develop your creative potential as a ceramicist within a Fine Art context. We encourage you to experiment and take risks before going on to establish your strategy for practice. You’ll develop skills and knowledge through an exciting combination of practice, research, and professional development.


University College London (UCL)
Fine Art MFA
- London, United Kingdom
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The MFA in Fine Art is designed as a practice-based program that helps students develop their artistic voice through experimentation and exploration. It combines independent studio work with opportunities for critical reflection, encouraging students…


Manchester Metropolitan University
MA in Fine Art
- Manchester, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
MA Fine Art is practice driven and focussed on the development of your existing practice. It will enable you to identify and explore new concepts and approaches negotiated through an individual Working Synopsis.


Bath Spa University
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MA in Fine Art
- Bath, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
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This studio-based MA Fine Art course allows you to develop your creative potential in a cross-disciplinary environment, using specialist equipment and drawing on the expertise of practicing artists and skilled technicians at our Locksbrook campus. Working with students from across the Bath School of Art, Film and Media, and School of Design, you’ll study a range of approaches including painting, sculpture, live art, and photography, to further your skills and knowledge in your specialist area. You’ll identify your position as an artist, develop the appropriate technical skills, and learn how to promote and exhibit your work professionally.


Academy of Art University
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Art Education
- Online
Master degree
Full time
4 semesters
Distance Learning
English
The MFA in Art Education equips you to inspire through art. Develop advanced creative, teaching, and curriculum design skills while mastering visual literacy, educational theory, and diverse learner needs. Graduate ready to lead as both an artist and educator.


UiT The Arctic University of Norway
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Master in Fine Arts
- Tromsø, Norway
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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The program Master in Fine Art is a two-year course that aims to give the students a unique footing for their future advancement in research, theory, and professional artistic practice. The program is aimed at emerging artists who seek to deepen their practice in a context that is a studio and workshop-oriented and where they are encouraged to develop their own initiatives. To contribute to the program provides a balanced insight between local and international issues of importance to contemporary society.
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Pursuing a Master’s degree in Fine Arts offers a deep dive into creative expression and artistic exploration. This advanced level of study emphasizes both the theoretical and practical aspects of the arts, preparing you for impactful careers in various creative fields.
In your Master's program, you'll engage with advanced techniques in areas such as painting, sculpture, and digital media. Courses often include mixed media, art theory, and contemporary practices, enabling you to refine your unique artistic voice. Students build confidence as they explore complex ideas and various materials, enhancing their adaptability and creativity.
The curriculum supports independent projects, fostering a strong portfolio that showcases your skills and vision. You'll also have opportunities to collaborate with other artists, gaining valuable insights into diverse perspectives and innovative approaches. Graduates often pursue careers as professional artists, art educators, or curators, contributing to cultural conversations and leaving a mark on the art world.