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University of Tasmania

A Master of Fine Arts research degree enables a candidate to undertake a program of research and advanced study in a specialist field. All candidates for a Masters degree are also required to enrol concurrently in two units in the Graduate Certificate of Research.
General knowledge about Fine Arts as an important study in modern world.
The Master of Fine Arts degree is internationally recognized as the standard qualification required to teach visual arts and craft at post-secondary educational institutions such as colleges and universities. Students are selected for their capability as artists or craft persons, their understanding of related critical information, as well as the personal qualities and interests that might be expected to contribute to their success as artists, teachers and scholars.
Applicants should apply after finding a potential supervisor and discussing and agreeing on their proposed topic. Applicants will be considered who have an honours degree with at least second class lower standard; or a masters degree with a minimum research component (eg a thesis); or substantial demonstrated sector experience, previous higher education studies and professional experience and/or published research work. International applicants must also meet the University's English language requirements for admission are an IELTS overall score, a minimum total score together with a Test of Written English (TWE) on the paper based TOEFL,a minimum total score of the internet based TOEFL,PTE Academic 58 with no score lower than 50,completion of a course of study, of at least 2 yrs duration, from an accredited University in a country where English is an official language.The study must have been instructed and examined in English. Studies must have been completed within the last 2 yrs and evidence in the form of a letter or certificate issued by the university Registrar’s office will need to be provided.
The course is accredited by the International Artist in Residence Program (iAIR).
A Master of Fine Arts degree is the entry to a doctorate at a university, and graduates are also highly sought after for positions across the spectrum of available careers. Master of Fine Arts graduates take up roles in areas such as practitioners, designers, curators, critics, arts administrators or the broader creative arts industries.
Minimum 2 yrs, Maximum 4 yrs.