Master of Fine Art

The School of Art at the University of Manitoba offers a vibrant studio program with brand new state-of-the-art facilities, instruction and technical support for a diversity of approaches to contemporary art production, including ceramics, drawing, painting, sculpture, photography (wet and digital), print media and video. An emphasis on studio practice is supported by individual relationships with advisors as well as frequent opportunities for individual and group feedback, culminating in a final solo exhibition.Our studio culture, shaped by a dynamic faculty, actively encourages research that is rigorous, imaginative, and cross-disciplinary. Students also benefit from critiques and workshops by visiting artists and curators.As part of a broader research-focused university, the School of Art also encourages interested students to collaborate with scholars and creative producers in faculties within the University.

To qualify for admission to the Master of Fine Art program, you must have a minimum of:

Hold either a four-year degree in fine arts or a four-year degree in another discipline and evidence of artistic experience,

with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 credit hours of study. Admission decisions are based on the qualifications of the applicant as well as the ability of the School of Art and the University of Manitoba to serve the applicant's intended program of study and area of specialization.

English language proficiency

IAEP (Intensive Academic English Program) - Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall

IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System) - 6.5 overall

Internet-based TOEFL - Overall score of 86 (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking - 20)

Pearson Test of English Academic - 61 overall

Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level - Minimum score of 180