Program Overview
The Fine Arts at University at Buffalo is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 24 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 Fine Arts 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 12,252 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,582 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Buffalo, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fine Arts 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
- Topics in Visual Studies
- Topics in Visual Studies \x96 Queer Rauschenberg
- Topics in Visual Studies-Hot Art/Cold War: Abstract Expressionism and After
- Topics in Visual Studies- Art, Sex and the 1960s
- Topics in Visual Studies -Postwar Postmodern
- Tactics of Practice: Paradigms of Art and Activism
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
International applicants must meet the same academic criteria as U.S. applicants:
- Bachelor degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited/government recognized college or university. Most such degrees will be four or more years in length; UB recognizes some three-year degrees, but not all.
- B average or higher from your Bachelor degree (or equivalent) courses. Grade point averages from non-US universities will be evaluated by the University at Buffalo Office of International Admissions.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 12,252 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,582 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 12,252 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,582 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University at Buffalo 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 at Buffalo
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, United States
University at Buffalo is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months