MA Fine Art
1 year (48 weeks) full time or 2 years part time (96 weeks)
Top facts
- The course is taught by practicing artists and maintains active links with an international network of art professionals and organisations.
- You will have your own spaces within communal studios, with full access to the Faculty’s workshops and other resources.
- You will benefit from a regular programme of talks by visiting artists organised in association with The Whitworth Art Gallery.
- Opportunities to have your work selected for presentation in an annual exchange exhibition abroad.
- The University library has outstanding Art and Design holdings, including a special collection of artist’s books and ephemera.
You will study
MA Fine Art provides a stimulating environment in which students are guided to develop their creative aspirations, reach a critical maturity, and gain the self confidence and skills that will enable them to function as successful artists in today's world.
The programme is studio practice driven and relies on experimentation and critical reflection supported by individualised mentoring, lectures, seminars and group critiques. It emphasises the articulation of ideas, development of working methods and the realisation of independent work. Seminars are structured to investigate a broad range of themes relevant to the practicing artist and provide a rich diet of inspiration.
There is also a regular programme of artists talks and studio visits from professionals working in the field. Recent visitors include: Win van den Abbeele, Patricia Bickers, Michael Bracewell, Nathan Coley, Nigel Cooke, Nick Crowe, Paul Eachus, Graham Fagen, Rob le Frennais, Ori Gerscht, Douglas Gordon, Gerard Hemsworth, Susan Hiller, Andrew Hunt, Kurt Johannessen, Alan Johnston, James Lingwood, Tom Lubbock, Chus Martinez and Jonathan Watkins.
Assessment
Through learning agreements, evidence of practice, learning record and presentation.
Graduates
Graduates may go on to be self-employed artists and work in the visual arts or cultural sector as writers, curators and producers. Many graduates go on to teach in higher education.
Location
All Saints Campus, Manchester
Fees
UK and EU students full-time £4,500
UK and EU students part-time £250 per 10 credit unit. A Masters qualification typically comprises 180 credits.
Non-EU overseas students £12,500
Entry Requirements
You will normally have an undergraduate honours degree, or a degree-equivalent postgraduate diploma or a professional qualification. If you have a different background you may be admitted if you can demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills at honours degree standard. In addition you also need to submit a Digital Portfolio
How to Apply
To apply you will need to complete the application form and provide a Digital Portfolio in the form of a website or blog. You should include images or videos of your work, with some information about yourself and your work. Please also describe why you are interested in the programme and what you want to achieve.
More Information
Route Leader
Ian Rawlinson
Senior Lecturer, MIRIAD
