Program Overview
The Liberal Arts \xc2\x96 MLA at University of Chicago is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, 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 Liberal Arts \xc2\x96 MLA programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 2,795 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Liberal Arts \xc2\x96 MLA programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 1 humanities core course
- 1 social science core course
- 1 biological science course
- 1 physical science course
- 4 elective courses (must include one non-Western topic)
- 1 independent study course
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application: Apply online
- Candidate Statement
- Writing Sample
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Official academic transcripts must be enclosed in a sealed envelope from every college and/or university from which you received a degree or were enrolled in a degree program. In order to ensure timely application processing, international transcripts, when necessary, must be submitted in a translated English version. Applicants who have previously attended another University of Chicago program must submit a transcript of their coursework.
- International applicants generally must submit proof of English proficiency by providing TOEFL/IELTS scores. Exemptions may be granted if the applicant attended for two years a secondary school where the language of instruction was English, or if the applicant attended a one year institution of higher learning in the United States of America. Other evidence documenting English proficiency may also qualify.
- Non-refundable application fee
- After the materials have been reviewed, selected applicants will be invited for an interview with the program director.
ADMISSIONS DECISIONS
Admissions decisions are released on a rolling basis.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,795 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 2,795 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Chicago 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.
About University of Chicago
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months