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35 Master's degrees in Visual Arts in Canada

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Arts Administration and Cultural Management

The Arts Administration and Cultural Management graduate certificate programme from Humber Polytechnic is for those who wish to combine their passion for arts, culture and heritage with business acumen and management skills. 

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus
1½ year$13,811/yr

Visual Effects and Editing for Contemporary Media

This Visual Effects and Editing for Contemporary Media Postgrad.Cert from Fanshawe College will give you the skills for a career as a specialized post-production professional.  

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus
7 months$12,835/full

Visual Effects for Film and Television

The Visual Effects for Film and Television program at Seneca Polytechnic is a leading provider for training in the dynamic and challenging special effects industry.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time Blended
8 months$17,941/full

Photography - Advanced

This Photography - Advanced Postgrad.Cert from Fanshawe College will help to develop your unique creativity into a professional career. Become a professional photographer by specializing in this one-year advanced photography program in London, Ontario. If you have a solid foundation in DSLR camera photography.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus
7 months$13,201/full

Virtual Reality Production

At Virtual Reality Production from Conestoga College you will examine the use of Extended Reality (XR) in various industries including entertainment, manufacturing, healthcare, and education, as well as look at future applications of the technology.    

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus
1 year$11,480/yr

Post-Production

The Post-Production graduate certificate programme from Humber Polytechnic will develop the technological skills, and the creative and critical abilities you will need to thrive in the post-production industry. You will gain a firm grounding in industry-standard, non-linear video editing software. 

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus
1½ year$22,209/yr
University of Toronto4,1(282)
Toronto, Canada Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Visual Studies

The Visual Studies programme at the University of Toronto is a professional two-year, full-time Master degree. Students can specialise in either Studio or Curatorial Studies, exploring contemporary art theory and complex visual expression. This public course develops advanced skills in professional practice and research.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year, 8 months$35,946/yr
Western University - Canada4,0(55)
London, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Visual Arts

The Visual Arts programme at Western University - Canada is a full-time, six-term master degree. This public course integrates advanced studio practice with critical art theory. Students benefit from dedicated semi-private studio spaces and expert faculty guidance to prepare for professional careers in the global art world.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$11,510/yr
University of Alberta4,2(133)
Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

History of Art, Design and Visual Culture

The History of Art, Design and Visual Culture at the University of Alberta is a comprehensive postgraduate programme. This public study mode course provides an in-depth exploration of visual traditions and modern design. Students engage with diverse artistic histories during their dedicated duration of advanced academic study.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$7,400/yr
Simon Fraser University4,1(91)
Burnaby, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Contemporary Arts

The Contemporary Arts M.A. at Simon Fraser University is a full-time, four-term master's programme delivered in a public study mode. It offers an intermedial approach to the arts, combining art history, cinema, and digital studies. Students engage in professional practice through internships and funded research travel.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$1,206/yr
OCAD University3,5(12)
Toronto, Canada

Criticism and Curatorial Practice

Gain advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the fields of curation and critical art writing with the Criticism and Curatorial Practice degree at OCAD University. 

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$17,163/yr
University of Alberta4,2(133)
Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Visual Communication Design

The Visual Communication Design programme at University of Alberta offers a comprehensive master level curriculum. This public study mode course focuses on advanced design principles and visual arts. Students engage in rigorous research and creative practice over the duration of this prestigious University of Alberta degree.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$7,400/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(203)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Theatre

The Theatre programme at the University of British Columbia is a two-year, full-time course delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. Students engage in advanced research through coursework and a thesis project. This academic track focuses on critical, historical, and theoretical contexts within the performing arts.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,953/yr
University of Guelph4,3(58)
Guelph, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre Studies

The Theatre Studies M.A. at the University of Guelph offers an intensive academic exploration of drama and performance. This master level programme is delivered through a public study mode, providing students with a rigorous environment to advance their research skills and theoretical knowledge over a standard full-time duration.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$9,620/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(203)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Visual Art

The Visual Art M.F.A. at the University of British Columbia is a full-time, two-year programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. It offers intensive conceptual development for professional artists, combining studio practice with theory to prepare graduates for advanced careers and post-secondary teaching roles.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,953/yr
University of Lethbridge3,7(32)
Lethbridge, Canada Top 9% in Worldwide

Art

The Art M.F.A. at the University of Lethbridge is a full-time, 24-month programme delivered in person. This master level course integrates theoretical scholarship with contemporary studio production. Students engage in material and conceptual investigations within a public university setting known for its extensive art collection.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$7,345/yr
University of Victoria4,2(29)
Victoria, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Art History and Visual Studies

The Art History and Visual Studies M.Sc. at the University of Victoria is a research-focused, two-year programme. Delivered on-campus in a public study mode, it offers a vibrant community for exploring imagery and architecture. Students engage in innovative studies ranging from ancient sites to contemporary digital media.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,941/yr
Carleton University4,4(77)
Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Art and Architectural History

The Art and Architectural History programme at Carleton University is a two-year Master of Arts degree. This public study mode course focuses on visual culture and critical theory. Students benefit from unique on-site training at national museums, combining academic rigour with practical experience in the capital.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$15,006/yr
York University4,0(144)
Toronto, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Visual Arts

The Visual Arts MFA at York University is a studio-centred master programme delivered in a public study mode. Over five terms, students develop an independent art practice through critical enquiry and theoretical debate. This full-time course focuses on contemporary culture without restriction to specific media types.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2½ years$8,828/yr
University of Windsor4,3(37)
Windsor, Canada Top 4% in Worldwide

Visual Arts

The Master of Fine Arts Program in Visual Arts at the University of Windsor is a two-year, studio-centered program geared towards creative exploration, innovative experimentation and the development of a sustainable artistic practice.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$11,670/yr

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