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A two-year, multidisciplinary programme: both of these fundamental facts are significant. A two-year programme of study offers students an opportunity to analyse their creative practice in depth, and to modify, develop and secure it accordingly. The multidisciplinary context also ensures that developments in creative practice are explored and consolidated through critical analysis in a more productive way. MFA students learn from, and contribute to, the delivery of the programme curriculum, the experiences of their peers, and the wider art community based within the city of Glasgow. Within this situation a premium is placed upon independent learning, self-reliance, originality, initiative and enterprise. Students develop their working practices in order to explore and advance their own specific interests and academic agendas. Such interests usually take the form of a combination of formal, technical, thematic and theoretical concerns. Through the development of individual research students are encouraged to explore their practices in relation to wider cultural, theoretical and historical contexts. Regular tutorial support from the MFA core teaching team and a wide range of visiting lecturers allows students the opportunity to discuss their work with experts. Critical feedback is also available by means of group critiques. Many MFA students are also engaged in other initiatives throughout the city. Such extracurricular activity contributes significantly to the learning experiences of the students involved, and makes an invaluable contribution to the ongoing cultural life of the MFA programme and the city at large. All GSA degree programmes are validated by the University of Glasgow.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MFA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
A two-year, multidisciplinary programme: both of these fundamental facts are significant. A two-year programme of study offers students an opportunity to analyse their creative practice in depth, and to modify, develop and secure it accordingly. The multidisciplinary context also ensures that developments in creative practice are explored and consolidated through critical analysis in a more productive way. MFA students learn from, and contribute to, the delivery of the programme curriculum, the experiences of their peers, and the wider art community based within the city of Glasgow. Within this situation a premium is placed upon independent learning, self-reliance, originality, initiative and enterprise. Students develop their working practices in order to explore and advance their own specific interests and academic agendas. Such interests usually take the form of a combination of formal, technical, thematic and theoretical concerns. Through the development of individual research students are encouraged to explore their practices in relation to wider cultural, theoretical and historical contexts. Regular tutorial support from the MFA core teaching team and a wide range of visiting lecturers allows students the opportunity to discuss their work with experts. Critical feedback is also available by means of group critiques. Many MFA students are also engaged in other initiatives throughout the city. Such extracurricular activity contributes significantly to the learning experiences of the students involved, and makes an invaluable contribution to the ongoing cultural life of the MFA programme and the city at large. All GSA degree programmes are validated by the University of Glasgow.
Admission Requirements
6+
3+
Good honours degree in Fine Art, or equivalent academic award in a related subject or prior professional or life experience.
Candidates are considered on the quality of the following aspects of their application:
Portfolio, personal statement and speculative study plan, references, previous relevant experience and performance at interview
2 Years
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Domestic
10,500 GBP
International
25,900 GBP
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Master of Fine Art
Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow, United Kingdom
# 12QS Subject Rankings
24 monthsProgramme duration
25,900 GBPTuition Fee/year
Art and DesignMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MFA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MFA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
Good honours degree in Fine Art, or equivalent academic award in a related subject or prior professional or life experience.
Candidates are considered on the quality of the following aspects of their application:
Domestic
International
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