MA Painting

Arts University Bournemouth · Poole (Bournemouth area), Dorset, United Kingdom

MAEnglish90 ECTS2 yearsOn CampusFull-time

This programme offers advanced studio practice in fine art painting, exploring contemporary artistic concepts, visual composition, material techniques, and exhibition practice. Students develop an individual artistic vision and produce a cohesive body of work. Graduates pursue careers as professional artists, art educators, and studio specialists.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £19,950/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £19,950/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 2 years
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Good honours degree (usually 2:1 or above in relevant subject) plus portfolio of creative work (finished and work-in-progress) for studio courses; open to career-changers; MPhil/PhD via research route.

Required documents

Online application form; Portfolio (course-dependent); Personal statement; Degree certificates/transcripts; English language test (if applicable); Reference(s); Passport/visa documents (international)

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeMA
Duration2 years
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyFaculty of Engineering / Department of Computer Science

Official university

Arts University Bournemouth

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 2 years of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£39,900	—	needs the fee

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