Art

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Tuition USD 15,340 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,644 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Degree Master

Duration 5 semesters

Delivery On-campus

Location San Jose, United States

Language English

Program Overview

The Art at San Jos\xc3\xa9 State University is a Master programme in Arts & Design, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Art programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

Language of instruction: English
Study mode: On-campus
English requirement: IELTS 6.5
Tuition: USD 15,340 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,644 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Location: San Jose, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Art programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

Creative Director
Graphic / UX Designer
Art Director
Curator
Visual Artist
Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants must meet university requirements for admission to classified standing as outlined in this catalog. In addition, they must meet the following requirements:1. Demonstrated interest in the area of study by a professional portfolio. The equivalent of a BFA - Art from San Jos\xc3\xa9 State University in the applicant\'s designated area of graduate emphasis, and including at least 6 upper division units in art history, is recommended.2. Successful completion of the application procedure for the MFA Admission Review. During the MFA Admission Review, appropriate materials documenting the applicant\'s creative work are examined by the art faculty to determine whether the quality of the work meets the standards expected for MFA graduate work. Applicants should submit copies of their creative materials for the MFA Admission Review; applicants should not submit their original materials unless requested to do so by the faculty. Applicants who pass the spring review and who meet minimum school and university requirements are admitted to classified standing for the following semester.Applicants for the spring MFA Admission Review will be considered only if the review instructions have been carefully followed and all materials (including official transcripts) are supplied. Write or call the Art and Art History department, 408-924-4320, for details. The deadline for application to the departmental review is the second Friday in January; application to this review should not be confused with application to SJSU prior to the university\'s deadline.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 15,340 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,644 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 15,340 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,644 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact San Jos\xc3\xa9 State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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Application Information

Language English
Duration 5 semesters