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Master of Fine Art

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A one-year MFA that develops independent studio practice, Theory and professional experience.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Fine Art to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Three strands run through the course: practice
Theory and professional experience. Teaching uses lectures. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Practising artist
Careers in the fine arts
Applying art practice in other fields

Curriculum

Three strands run through the course: practice
Theory and professional experience. Teaching uses lectures
Seminars
Tutorials and workshops
Extended essays explore leading contemporary practices
And students specialise in media such as video
Photography or sound with no house style.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours degree (usually 2.2 or above) or equivalent
some courses need a subject-related degree or professional experience.

Accepted academic background

First degree, equivalent professional qualification, HND/higher education diploma with substantial work experience, or recognised pre-masters course (https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/apply/postgraduate/entry-requirements)

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 67
Duolingo 105
PTE Academic 64
IELTS Academic 6

Other requirements

Portfolio required

Documents you’ll need

English Language Test Results
Portfolio

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Prepare the portfolio requested by the admissions team. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,530 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	City Campus
Faculty or school	Sheffield Creative Industries Institute
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1.5 years
Scholarship note	The source record indicates potential scholarship opportunities. Award amounts, eligibility criteria and intake conditions must be confirmed before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.