In this bilingual two-year program students work within a variety of artistic practices, from photography and media arts to sculpture, painting and drawing, video and installation art. They take an in-depth look at theories informing contemporary art and image culture, and choose between an interdisciplinary studio approach or specializing in a single medium.

In order to ensure our students high-quality instruction, the program has limited enrolment: only seven candidates are admitted per year, and fourteen candidates are in the program at any given time. The program is for students wishing to study full-time only. Generous bursaries and teaching assistantships are provided for students with appropriate academic and professional achievements.

Maîtrise en arts visuels

Ce programme bilingue de deux ans comprend une diversité de pratiques artistiques : de la photographie aux arts médiatiques, en passant par la sculpture, la peinture, le dessin, la vidéo et l’installation. En plus d’examiner d’un oeil critique les théories de l’art contemporain et de la culture de l’image, les étudiants et étudiantes seront invités à adopter une approche interdisciplinaire ou à se spécialiser dans une discipline artistique particulière.

Afin de garantir aux étudiants un enseignement de qualité, le programme est contingenté: seulement six candidats sont admis par année et le programme se limite en tout temps à 12 étudiants. Le programme s'adresse uniquement aux étudiantes et étudiants qui veulent étudier à temps plein et ces derniers ont la possibilité d’obtenir des bourses et des assistanats.

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The MFA is a master's with thesis presentation. While students are expected to complete all course requirements within two years (five terms of full-time enrollment), the thesis must be submitted within four years of the date of initial enrollment in the program.

View the Master of Fine Arts program requirements. 

After your studies

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After completing an MFA at the Faculty of Arts, graduates can pursue careers in professional artistic practice, cultural institutions, arts administration, education, and the creative industries. The program also provides a strong foundation for doctoral studies and academic careers.

Student experience

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Graduate Students' Association (GSAMLL)

The GSAMLL is a member of the larger Graduate Students Association of University of Ottawa. Our mandate is to enhance environment in which our members pursue their collective academic interests.
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Students’ Association of the Faculty of Arts (SAFA)

SAFA represents the interests of undergraduate students of the Faculty of Arts within the UOSU, the Faculty, the University, the community, and the provincial and federal governments. The students’ association also works to foster a sense of community through social, academic, and cultural events, while at the same time offering a variety of services to its members.
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Words of Inspiration

We’ve asked a few of our graduates to look back on their academic journey. Knowing what they know now, what advice would they give their first-year selves?

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