Master of Arts (Thesis)
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Master of Fine Arts - Photography (Research)
Christchurch
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Program Overview
The Master of Fine Arts in Photography (Research) at the University of Canterbury offers an intensive exploration of photography as a medium of artistic expression, focusing on theoretical inquiry and advanced creative practice.
Curriculum: The curriculum is structured to encompass various aspects of photography, including historical and contemporary contexts, technical skills, visual storytelling, digital imaging, and critical theory. Students engage in practical projects and theoretical studies.
Research Focus: Emphasizing research-driven learning, the program encourages students to explore diverse research areas within photography, such as experimental photography, documentary practices, digital imaging technologies, visual narrative, and the intersection of photography with other art forms.
Industry Engagement: The University of Canterbury facilitates connections with the photography industry, providing opportunities for exhibitions, collaborations with professional photographers, artist residencies, and industry-related projects. This engagement offers exposure to real-world photography practices and networks.
Global Perspective: The Master of Fine Arts in Photography program integrates a global perspective by examining international photography trends, cultural influences on photography, and global visual languages. Students analyze diverse photographic traditions and consider the impact of cultural diversity on visual expression.
Location
Christchurch
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
NZD 40600
Postgraduate Entry Requirements
Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 50% or higher in the previous academic degree.
English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
- TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 19.
- PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University of Canterbury is dedicated to providing support to international students through various scholarship programs designed to recognize academic excellence, diversity, and specific areas of achievement. These scholarships aim to ease the financial burden and promote educational opportunities for talented individuals from around the world.
UC International First Year Scholarships: Geared towards high-achieving international students beginning their first year of study at UC. These scholarships acknowledge exceptional academic performance and assist students in their initial year of education at the university.
UC Master's Scholarships: For high-achieving international students pursuing Master's degrees at UC. These scholarships provide financial support to assist students in their postgraduate studies and promote research excellence.
UC Doctoral Scholarships: Aimed at international students undertaking Ph.D. studies at UC. These scholarships offer financial assistance and opportunities for research excellence in various fields of study.
Specific Field Scholarships: Additionally, UC offers specialized scholarships catering to students entering specific fields or disciplines. These scholarships encourage innovation and excellence in targeted areas of study.
Graduates from the Master of Fine Arts in Photography (Research) program at the University of Canterbury possess advanced skills in photography, critical thinking, and artistic expression, providing them with diverse career opportunities within the photography and visual arts industry.
Professional Photographer: Graduates can pursue careers as professional photographers, specializing in areas such as portrait photography, fashion photography, fine art photography, commercial photography, or documentary photography.
Photojournalist/Documentary Photographer: Graduates can work as photojournalists or documentary photographers, capturing visual stories, documenting events, or working for news agencies, magazines, or NGOs.
Fine Art Photographer/Visual Artist: With a focus on artistic expression, graduates can establish themselves as fine art photographers or visual artists, creating artworks for exhibitions, galleries, or public installations.
Photo Editor/Retoucher: Graduates can specialize in photo editing or retouching, working for publications, advertising agencies, or studios, enhancing and refining images to meet specific requirements.
Curator/Exhibition Manager: Graduates can work as curators or exhibition managers in galleries, museums, or art institutions, organizing exhibitions, managing collections, and promoting photographic works.
Educator/Photography Teacher: Graduates can become educators or teachers, sharing their expertise in photography by teaching at educational institutions or conducting workshops and seminars.
Freelance Photographer/Entrepreneur: Graduates can work independently as freelance photographers, starting their photography businesses, offering services for events, weddings, or commercial assignments.
