Overview

Visual Arts from Western University - Canada combines an emphasis on critical theory with instruction in the studio arts. In the first semester, all MA and MFA students take a core course in art theory together, thereby providing opportunities for exchange and collaboration. Students work in small seminar courses to develop their research and studio practice.

Career Prospects

Our program prepares its graduates for professional careers as artists and curators, as well as for advanced training at the PhD level, and for a range of careers in galleries, museums, and other art world contexts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Making Art with Environmental Awareness

Studio Elective: In-between Cultures: Cultural Translation in Contemporary Art

MFA Studio Seminar

Seminar in Early Modern Art: Portraiture Then and Now

Museum/Decay

Writing for the Arts

At Large in the World: Art in Times of Crisis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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90

Duolingo English Test

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Visual Arts View 42 other Masters in Visual Arts in Canada

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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90

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115

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Other requirements

General requirements

A BFA or Honours BA degree in visual arts with a minimum B+ standing.

Students with a studio concentration in a Bachelor’s program will also be considered if they can demonstrate significant experience and accomplishments in the field. It is preferred that students also have a minimum of three full courses (or equivalent) in art history, including modern, contemporary, and Canadian art.

Students must submit a sample of written work of at least 1000 words. In addition, we require photographic, video or digital documentation of studio practice, accompanied by a description of the work..

Biographical information

Contact information

Statement of academic intent

Electronic transcripts from Ontario universities/colleges

Professional background

Referee information

Proficiency in English Scores

Application fee

References

Tuition Fee

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International

13430 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6715 CAD per semester during 24 months.
National

4240 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2120 CAD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for London

1037 - 1625 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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