Master of Fine Art (By Research)
Advance your creative practice through a research-led Master's degree at Monash University.
Best for:Best for creative practitioners and visual artists looking to formalize their research through a practice-based degree.
Overview
The Master of Fine Art (By Research) at Monash University is a dynamic graduate program designed for artists seeking to deepen their knowledge and accelerate their professional development. The course emphasizes research through creative practice, allowing students to explore diverse disciplines such as painting, sculpture, installation, and digital imaging. Candidates are expected to develop a significant research project that culminates in a new body of creative work. This work must be supported by comprehensive written and visual documentation that contextualizes the research process and outcomes.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute an independent research project centered on creative practice.
- Produce a new body of original creative or visual work.
- Prepare comprehensive written documentation to accompany the creative output.
- Maintain visual records of the research and creative development process.
- Engage in critical reflection on the research methodology and artistic outcomes.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field
Degree offered: Master of Fine Art (By Research)
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated capacity to conduct independent research
- Adequate technical training in the chosen area of creative practice
- Ability to articulate research goals through creative work
- Must demonstrate capacity for independent research
- Must possess adequate training to pursue the proposed course of study
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official Monash University course page to review specific entry requirements and application procedures. Applications are submitted through the university's central admissions portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- Portfolio of creative work
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