MA/MFA Fine Art

The MA/MFA Fine Art course at Manchester Metropolitan University is a stimulating and dynamic postgraduate program designed for artists interested in pushing boundaries in contemporary art, societal issues, and in reinventing traditional mediums. This course adopts an expansive, multi-disciplinary approach to fine art study, encouraging experimental practices and fostering critical dialogue.Course Content: This course takes a comprehensive view, considering the role of fine art and its importance within societal and nanocultural contexts. It includes seminars and tutorials that provide a wide frame of cultural ideologies and debates. The MA course culminates with an exhibition and written summary or theoretical paper, while the MFA course concludes with an exhibition and thesis. Both are assessed through coursework, which includes a portfolio of artwork, exhibitions, essays, and reports.Key Modules: The course consists of key modules such as Studio Practice, Art History and Context, Professional Practice, and Independent Study by Research. These modules are designed to broaden and deepen practical skills and theoretical understanding of fine art.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can find opportunities in a diverse range of careers such as independent professional artist, filmmaker, animator, curator, art critic, scenic designer, teacher or educator in schools, colleges or universities, public-sector arts roles, including arts officer or community arts worker and many more. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.