Program Overview
The Painting at Boston University is a Master programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Painting 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
- Tuition: USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Painting programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The Master of Fine Arts in Painting program encourages students to generate paintings, drawings, and prints as a way to develop and practice new techniques and explore ideas and images. Considering works by contemporary and past painters challenges students to adhere to the highest standards as they develop a personal artistic sensibility within a unique body of work.
- Professors provide guidance and feedback during individual and group critiques. Two extensive group critiques per semester, midyear reviews, and individual critiques with visiting artists offer additional opportunities for student work evaluation.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed application online for graduate admission to the College of Fine Arts.
- Portfolio digitally submitted\xc2\x97specific portfolio requirements for each major can be found\xc2\xa0here.
- Non-refundable application fee of $95 submitted using online application.
- Two letters of recommendation from professionals/educators. These must be submitted online through your application.
- Transcripts from\xc2\xa0all\xc2\xa0colleges/universities attended\xc2\xa0uploaded to your application.
- A one-page personal statement indicating the applicant\xc2\x92s purpose in pursuing graduate work, career objectives, and particular interest in BU.
- Artistic r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,604 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Boston 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.
About Boston University
Boston University
Boston, United States
Boston University 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- Application Deadline 2016-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months