Fine Arts (Studio Art) (Taught) Program By University of Waterloo |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

42,252 CADTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Art and DesignMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) at the University of Waterloo is an intimate program built around a solid core of studio research, practice, professional development, and pedagogical training. Each year the program admits five students, resulting in a tight knit community with plenty of access to both faculty and resources. The studio portion of the program culminates in the completion, exhibition, and defense of a coherent body of work in a solo exhibition at the University of Waterloo Art Gallery (UWAG). The pedagogical component of the program includes a seminar in course development, two teaching assistantships and the opportunity to teach a foundations level course.

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) at the University of Waterloo is an intimate program built around a solid core of studio research, practice, professional development, and pedagogical training. Each year the program admits five students, resulting in a tight knit community with plenty of access to both faculty and resources. The studio portion of the program culminates in the completion, exhibition, and defense of a coherent body of work in a solo exhibition at the University of Waterloo Art Gallery (UWAG). The pedagogical component of the program includes a seminar in course development, two teaching assistantships and the opportunity to teach a foundations level course.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

90+
7+
3+

Minimum requirements:  (1) Applications will be considered from those who have completed a four-year Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or equivalent with an 75% average or better; (2) Applicants will be required to complete an application form, provide 20 images of recent work, and a short statement of intention; (3) Applicants without a degree or formal academic qualifications, but showing exceptional promise, may be recommended for admission only in exceptional circumstances. Such prospective applicants should contact the Fine Arts Graduate Advisor prior to submitting their application. // Application materials: (1) Portfolio; (2) Résumé; (3) Supplementary information form; (4) Transcript(s) // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.

2 Years
Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

13,524 CAD
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International Students

42,252 CAD
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