Program Overview
The Visual Arts at York University is a MFA programme in Arts & Design over 15 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 Visual Arts programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 15 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: CAD 6,528 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,697 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Visual 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
- Contemporary Theory in the Visual Arts
- Theoretical Issues in Contemporary Art
- Methods in Practice-Based Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- GPA: B
- Recommendations: 2
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of interest
- 20 images of work and/or 10 minutes of time-based work (on CD or DVD)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 6,528 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,697 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 6,528 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,697 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact York 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 York University
York University
Toronto, Canada
York University(also known asYork Uor simplyYork;French:Université York)is apublicresearch universityinToronto, Ontario, Canada. It is Canada's third-largest university,with approximately 53,500...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 15 months
