Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Visual Arts
A course by
University of Auckland
Develop your creative practice and research skills in contemporary art in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment with the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) at Elam, University of Auckland.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City, Auckland
Core skills this course teaches
Advance independent creative practice
Develop a significant body of studio or creative work through intensive, research-led practice.
Develop advanced research skills
Critically engage in academic research methodologies relevant to contemporary art and produce a scholarly research essay.
Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration
Contribute and respond to contemporary issues within a vibrant, interdisciplinary artistic community.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) offers graduates or experienced practitioners in fine arts the opportunity to develop and advance their independent, research-informed practice. Delivered in an interdisciplinary environment, the program enables students to pursue a pathway of self-directed creative practice supported by studio, theory, and workshop courses, culminating in a substantial research project and essay. This master's is suited for those seeking to progress to doctoral study or professional art practice.
Course Content
- Studio-based creative practice
- Research Methodologies for Fine Arts
- Discipline-specific theory and workshops
- Development of a research portfolio
- Substantial research project
- Studio research essay
- Supervised independent study
What you need to know first
An undergraduate degree in Fine Arts; or
A university degree in another discipline and demonstrable professional art practice via portfolio
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Arts
Culture and Heritage
Creative Industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Academia
Art writer or critic
Art curator