UiT The Arctic University of Norway,

Fine Art - master

The purpose of the study programme, Master of Fine Art is to develop the student's ability to work as a professional artist. The programme aims to reflect the contemporary conceptions of what it means to work as a professional artist and thereby offer students the opportunity to develop their individual ambitions to work professionally in the field of fine arts. As the main objective is to educate artists, the creation of works of art, exhibitions and other artistic expressions constitutes the most important aspects in the programme of study. The programme also provides a foundation for other professional roles in and relating to the field of art.

Entry requirements

  • A completed bachelor’s degree of Fine Art or equivalent, with at least 80 ECTS in either art, design, architecture, crafts, photography.
  • Applicants with education from non-Nordic countries must document English language proficiency.
  • Passed admissions test

Required documentation: 

  • Portfolio 
    The portfolio should be a document (PDF) that presents works the applicant considers relevant to their artistic practice.

The portfolio has the following requirements:

  • Documentation of 6 – 8 work samples. Each work sample can include up to 5 pictures, for example how and where the work is installed, close-ups etc.
  • Written reflections in English on the submitted work samples (maximum of one page)
  • Written description in English about artistic direction and focus (maximum of half a page)

For longer videos, you need to provide a brief synopsis or trailer, that needs be attached to the video. Videos or audio files must be stored online (on your own website, Vimeo, YouTube, etc.). You need to provide a link to the work alongside the list of submitted works. You are responsible for ensuring that the address of the website is correctly written, that the website functions properly. The video must be viewable in a standard web browser.

  • Curriculum vitae (CV) 

A brief and concise overview of prior education and relevant experience for the programme.

Admissions test: 

The admission test is assessed by an admission committee.

The admission test is divided into two parts and consists of:

  • Evaluation of submitted documentation

All complete applications are assessed academically, and a number of applicants are then invited for an interview.

  • Interview

The interview will be conducted digitally.

In the evaluation, emphasis is placed on the artistic quality of the applicant's work and their understanding of their own artistic practice. Artistic quality takes into account ideas, originality, craftsmanship, presentation, and reflection.

Level
Master
Duration
2 years | 120 ECT
Tuition
Students outside of EU/EEA and Switzerland must pay tuition fees, see https://en.uit.no/admission#innhold_813765
Language
English
Campus

Tromsø

Application deadline

1 March

Entry requirements

  • A completed bachelor’s degree of Fine Art or equivalent, with at least 80 ECTS in either art, design, architecture, crafts, photography.
  • Applicants with education from non-Nordic countries must document English language proficiency.
  • Passed admissions test

Required documentation: 

  • Portfolio 
    The portfolio should be a document (PDF) that presents works the applicant considers relevant to their artistic practice.

The portfolio has the following requirements:

  • Documentation of 6 – 8 work samples. Each work sample can include up to 5 pictures, for example how and where the work is installed, close-ups etc.
  • Written reflections in English on the submitted work samples (maximum of one page)
  • Written description in English about artistic direction and focus (maximum of half a page)

For longer videos, you need to provide a brief synopsis or trailer, that needs be attached to the video. Videos or audio files must be stored online (on your own website, Vimeo, YouTube, etc.). You need to provide a link to the work alongside the list of submitted works. You are responsible for ensuring that the address of the website is correctly written, that the website functions properly. The video must be viewable in a standard web browser.

  • Curriculum vitae (CV) 

A brief and concise overview of prior education and relevant experience for the programme.

Admissions test: 

The admission test is assessed by an admission committee.

The admission test is divided into two parts and consists of:

  • Evaluation of submitted documentation

All complete applications are assessed academically, and a number of applicants are then invited for an interview.

  • Interview

The interview will be conducted digitally.

In the evaluation, emphasis is placed on the artistic quality of the applicant's work and their understanding of their own artistic practice. Artistic quality takes into account ideas, originality, craftsmanship, presentation, and reflection.