Master of Design (Fine Arts)
A hands-on master’s programme blending artistic innovation, professional practice, and sustainability in creative industries.
Best for:Best for artists, designers, and creative practitioners with a bachelor’s degree who want to deepen their technical skills, explore sustainability in art, and build professional networks in a hands-on studio environment.
Overview
The Master of Design (Fine Arts) at the University of Adelaide is a practice-focused degree designed for artists and designers seeking to refine their technical skills, expand their creative toolkit, and develop professional expertise. Students engage in studio-based learning across disciplines like photography, ceramics, glassblowing, and digital fabrication, with opportunities for real-time collaboration and feedback. The programme integrates sustainability principles, ethics, and business acumen, preparing graduates to translate creative visions into viable, socially responsible projects. Flexible online course options accommodate diverse schedules, while a strong emphasis on project proposals, client pitching, and interdisciplinary collaboration bridges artistry with industry readiness.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute original artistic projects across mediums such as photography, ceramics, glassblowing, and digital fabrication in fully equipped studios.
- Collaborate with peers and mentors to refine creative concepts, incorporating real-time feedback and interdisciplinary perspectives.
- Design and pitch project proposals to simulated or real clients, integrating business and sustainability considerations.
- Explore ethical and legal frameworks in art and design, ensuring creative work aligns with sustainable and socially responsible practices.
- Engage with cutting-edge creative tools and technologies, including digital platforms and fabrication equipment, to bring ideas to life.
- Participate in workshops and seminars focused on professional practice, including project management, grant writing, and industry networking.
Requirements
Degree required: A completed bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7) or bachelor’s honours degree (AQF Level 8) in art, design, or a related creative field from a recognised institution; OR a completed graduate certificate (AQF Level 8) or higher in a related discipline.
Language: English proficiency (no explicit test score requirement mentioned; assumed to be met by prior degree completion in an English-speaking institution).
Instruction: English
- Proven artistic or design portfolio demonstrating technical proficiency in at least one medium (e.g., photography, ceramics, digital art).
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary studio environments.
- Basic proficiency with digital tools and fabrication technologies (training provided but prior exposure is advantageous).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for project proposals and client presentations.
- No nationality restrictions; open to international applicants.
- No age restrictions.
- No prior work experience requirements beyond academic qualifications.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Deadline: rolling (no fixed deadline mentioned; apply anytime) · open until filled
Applicants must submit an online application through the University of Adelaide’s portal, including a statement of intent, academic transcripts, and a portfolio showcasing their creative work. Some courses may require additional materials like a CV or letters of recommendation. Check the university’s application guidelines for specific requirements.
- Statement of intent (purpose of study)
- Academic transcripts (bachelor’s degree or equivalent)
- Creative portfolio (digital or physical samples of artistic/design work)
- CV (curriculum vitae)
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable, though often waived for prior degree completion)
Contact
Admissions Office, School of Art and Design· Admissions Contact
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