Overview

The Fine Arts programme at the University of British Columbia offers a dynamic, studio-based environment for artists and scholars to refine their creative practice. Students engage in sophisticated production across various media while investigating research that bridges academic inquiry with fine-arts disciplines. The curriculum encourages the exploration of non-traditional community collaborations and innovative interdisciplinary approaches.

Why Fine Arts at the University of British Columbia?

Students benefit from state-of-the-art production facilities, including 21st-century digital, sculpture, printmaking, and photography studios. The programme is housed in the Innovation Precinct 1, providing dedicated studio spaces that foster a close-knit learning community. Being part of a globally ranked institution, participants gain access to a vibrant cohort of fellow artists and expert faculty supervisors who are accomplished in their respective fields.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 3294 per year
National fee: CAD 1875 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 30 credits, including a graduate colloquium that promotes bonds between different artistic areas. Students must complete a significant thesis project involving original artistic work and an oral defence. Modules may include:

Graduate Colloquium
Graduate Studio in Visual Arts
Graduate Workshop in Creative Writing-Lyric
Graduate Workshop in Creative Writing-Narrative
Creative Practice
Curation
Masters Thesis

Careers with Fine Arts

Graduates of this programme have successfully established careers as professional artists, authors, and scholars. Many alumni have achieved significant milestones in publishing and international exhibitions. The skills developed during the degree also prepare graduates for roles in higher education, curatorial practice, and various creative industries. Notable career paths include:

Professional Studio Artist
Published Author or Novelist
University Instructor or Educator
Curator or Gallery Manager
Creative Researcher
Media and Digital Arts Specialist

Programme Structure

Research Areas:

Applied Theatre

Community-based art

Devised Theatre

Digital Art and Design

Drawing

Eco-art

Eco-poetry

Fiction

Indigenous Media Arts

Installation Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kelowna, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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125

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65

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application and application fee

Official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended (even if the degree is not complete or if courses were not taken as part of a degree)

unofficial transcripts can be included at time of application to ensure you meet the application deadline, but you must also have your official transcripts sent to UBC)

English language test (for non-native speakers of English)

CV or resumé

Statement of intent (500 to 750 words)

Statement of research interest and potential thesis project.

Your creative practice and influences relative to the portfolio of work submitted and current directions.

Background experience and preparation for graduate level work.

Reasons for applying to graduate school at this time and your interest in the MFA program at UBC Okanagan

Faculty supervision preferences may be included here or listed in the application.

Three reference letters

Portfolio

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

3294 CAD / year

≈ 3294 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1875 CAD / year

≈ 1875 CAD / year

Living costs

Kelowna

Canada

1296 - 1928 CAD / month

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

Funding

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