Program Overview
The Fine Art in Studio Art at National University of Ireland Galway is a Master 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 Art in Studio Art programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland 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
- Location: Galway, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fine Art in Studio Art 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
- Studio Research 1, Introduction to Art Research Methods.
- Professional Skills 1, Documentation as Artistic Production.
- Professional Skills 2, Student Selected Project.
- Historical and Critical Studies 2, Formalising Discourse.
- Studio Research 3, Working Towards an Exhibition.
- Historical and Critical Studies 3, The Dissertation.
- Studio Research 4, The MFA Exhibition.
- Professional Skills 4, Exhibition Installation.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants should normally have a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with first or upper Second Class Honours in Fine Art, or a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a major in Fine Art with a GPA of 3.50 or above, or evidence of equivalent achievement. In the case of an outstanding portfolio, a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a lower Second Class Honours/2.2/GPA 3.0 may be accepted.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
February 1, 2026
About National University of Ireland, Galway
National University of Ireland, Galway
Galway, Ireland
National University of Ireland, Galway is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline February 1, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 1