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Master of Fine Arts (Studio and Non-Studio) NSCAD University - Fountain Campus NSCAD University - Fountain Campus, Canada

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CAD 21231

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 102

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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94

TOEFL

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73%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Master of Fine Arts degree (MFA) is internationally recognized as a standard qualification required to teach visual arts and craft at post-secondary educational institutions such as colleges and universities.


NSCAD University’s MFA program provides students with the opportunity to develop their work in a context of intense critical discussion. Academic research in art and craft history and other relevant subjects form an integral part of the program.


The NSCAD University MFA program recognizes and accommodates the range of diverse and innovative studio-based practices, and provides students with the opportunity to develop their work in a context of intense critical discussion across craft, fine arts and media arts disciplines.


The structure of the program, whether full-time or part-time, allows for either maximum focus or flexibility, whether research interests are heterogeneous and cross-disciplinary or highly focused and specialized. Pedagogy, research/creation and other integral academic courses enhance the studio focus.


Students are selected for their capability as artists and craftspersons, their critical abilities and the personal qualities and interests that might contribute to their professional success. The MFA is discipline-based or interdisciplinary, depending on research needs. Applicants normally have core training and a background in ceramics, jewellery/ metalsmithing, textiles/fashion, drawing, sound, video, digital media, film, installation, painting, performance, photography, printmaking or sculpture.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 7.0 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 94 - With no score less than - 22

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into the Master of Fine Arts (Studio) should possess either a BFA degree or the equivalent qualifications from a four-year university or college program, ability as an artist or craftsperson, an interest in teaching, and academic competency.


Applicants to the MFA Program will be expected to have completed the equivalent of NSCAD’s undergraduate art history and liberal arts and science requirements and to have maintained an overall “B” average in relevant academic course work.


Applicants to the MFA Program who have a four-year diploma (but not a degree) will be required to take a qualifying semester to supplement their liberal arts requirements. This study will be undertaken at the applicant’s own expense, and does not guarantee admission to the MFA Program. Such applicants must register for a minimum of three courses (nine semester credits). The courses required in a qualifying semester will be determined by the MFA director in consultation with the appropriate division chair (or designate) and the registrar. A minimum grade of “B” must be earned.


Students are selected for their capability as artists, craftpersons, or designers; their understanding of related critical information; and thepersonal qualities and interests that might be expected to contribute to their success as teachers and scholars.


Applicants often have in-depth training and experience in ceramics, digital media, drawing, film, installation, jewellery/metalsmithing, painting, performance, photography, printmaking, sculpture, sound, textiles/fashion or video.

7 IELTS Score
94 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
73% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

21231

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 102

Application Fee
(CAD)

20000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

Scholarships and Bursaries

The university awards about $100,000 annually to students, with more than 90 internal scholarships and bursaries available per academic year. External funding can also top $100,000 per year, with outside scholarships such as the Harrison McCain Scholarships in memory of Marion McCain, the Canada Graduate Awards, and other financial aid options.

 

Entrance awards

When you apply for admission to NSCAD by March 1, you are automatically considered for entrance scholarships and bursaries. The current range of individual entrance awards is $500 to $9,000 and some awards are renewable for up to four years of study.


When you apply for admission to NSCAD by the registration deadline, you are automatically considered for Entrance Scholarships. The current range of individual entrance scholarships is $500 to $6,000 and some awards are renewable for each of four years of study, making our top award approximately $25,000! After each year of study at NSCAD, more scholarships will be available for application by qualified students.

 

Internal awards

NSCAD University offers several internal scholarships and bursaries to current students. Most internally offered scholarships require at least one full time semester of study before qualifying for an application. Applications can be found in the NSCAD Form Portal and are posted throughout the year. Scholarships and bursaries are automatically credited to a student’s tuition and fees account in the following semester. Note: Fall awards are put on accounts in the winter semester and winter awards are applied to accounts in the fall semester.

 

External scholarships

External scholarships and awards are sponsored by organizations from all around the world, and are open to all students, not just those at NSCAD. These funding opportunities are sent to us from various government, corporate, and non-profit sector groups to be shared with the student body. These opportunities will be sent out via NSCAD email as part of the bi-weekly Submissions and Applications email students receive.

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