Visual Arts

1.1k Master's degrees in Visual Arts

Nanyang Technological University4,2(136)

Singapore, Singapore Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Art, Design and Media

The M.A. in Art, Design and Media at Nanyang Technological University offers a creative environment in which students tailor their curriculum to their unique scholarly and creative interests and apply theory to original research.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$22,850/yr

University of Michigan4,1(84)

Ann Arbor, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Media Arts

The MA in Media Arts at the University of Michigan strives to develop artists and technologists committed to expanding the boundaries of artistic expression through digital media

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$60,634/yr

Tallinn University3,9(31)

Tallinn, Estonia Top 8% in Worldwide

Literature, Visual Culture and Film Studies

Engage in a broadly interdisciplinary study of the relationships between literature, visual culture, and film in contemporary and historical contexts. Gain cutting-edge theoretical insights into intermedial aesthetics and into the philosophy of literature, art, and film. Students are provided with critical tools for the cultural analysis of contemporary audiovisual, image, and text-based media.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,452/yr

LABASAD Barcelona School of Arts and Design

Online

Online Master in Brand Design

The Online Master in Brand Design at LABASAD Barcelona School of Arts and Design is a comprehensive program that takes you through the foundations and tools in design and marketing needed to develop, design, and launch a successful brand.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 yearTuition not available

Technological University Dublin3,9(80)

Abbey Wood, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Visual and Critical Studies

The Master of Arts in Visual and Critical Studies at Technological University Dublin is a part-time programme lasting two years. This course provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of contemporary visual culture, art history, and design theory, allowing students to engage deeply with critical analysis.

M.A. Part-time On-campus

2 years$4,335/yr

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)4,4(64)

Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Art, Culture and Technology

The Art, Culture and Technology program of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) facilitates artist-thinkers’ exploration of art’s broad, complex, global history and conjunction with culture, science, technology, and design via rigorous critical artistic practice and practice driven theory.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$64,310/yr

University of St Andrews4,4(21)

Saint Andrews, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

International Master in Audiovisual and Cinema Studies

The International Master in Audiovisual and Cinema Studies programme from University of St Andrews gives you comprehensive training in film and media studies, exploring cinema in a global context and participating in a network of 17 leading programmes in Europe, Canada and Brazil.

M.Litt. Full-time On-campus

2 years$62,618/yr

Academy of Art University3,8(87)

San Francisco, United States

Animation and Visual Effects

The Animation and Visual Effects MA program at Academy of Art University provides students an opportunity to work in 2D Animation & Stop Motion, 3D Animation, 3D Modeling, or Visual Effects, while focusing on storytelling with an emphasis on exhibiting technical skills and eliciting emotional responses.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$33,426/yr

University of Florida4,3(102)

Gainesville, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Art

The school offers the M.F.A. degree in Art delivered by University of Florida with specializations in ceramics, creative photography, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, graphic design, and art and technology.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$31,872/yr

Southern Illinois University4,0(3)

Carbondale, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Media Arts

The 3-year MFA in Media Arts at Southern Illinois University uniquely integrates contemporary artistic practice with studies in media production, history and theory.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$14,086/yr

Birmingham City University4,1(122)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 7% in Worldwide

Secondary Art and Design

Are you looking for a career that will enable you to use your skills in art and design to encourage young people to explore, challenge and understand the world in which they live through learning in Art and Design at school? If so, our PGCE Secondary Art and Design is for you. The Secondary Art and Design is provided by Birmingham City University.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

1 year$24,005/yr

University of Arkansas4,0(5)

Fayetteville, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Theatre

The Department of Theatre offers the Theatre degree at University of Arkansas in six concentrations: Acting, Directing, Playwriting, Costume Design, Scene Design and Lighting Design.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,006/yr

The University of Akron4,5(4)

Akron, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Multi-Age Visual Arts Licensure

The Multi-Age Visual Arts Licensure program at The University of Akron is a Master of Science degree, which leads to licensure in a chosen teaching field, and is open to highly qualified students who hold the B.A., B.F.A., or B.S. degree.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$50,589/yr

Escape Studios4,2(6)

London, United Kingdom

Visual Effects Production (Compositing or 3D)

The Visual Effects Production (Compositing or 3D) course at Escape Studios has two pathways: Compositing and 3D, so you can choose the area of VFX that you would like to build a career in. You’ll initially follow a common path with the first two modules, then take either the Compositing or 3D route for the next two modules, before coming back together for the final project modules.

M.A. Full-time On-campus +2

1 year$27,133/yr

Whistling Woods International

Mumbai, India

Acting

The Acting programme from Whistling Woods International serves as an opportunity for an individual to undergo rigorous training and develop the skill required in the industry to be an actor at the same time develop and nurture their artistic vision through the individual mentorship project.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,202/yr

Southern Methodist University4,5(6)

Dallas, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Liberal Studies

The Liberal Studies programme at Southern Methodist University offers a flexible, interdisciplinary approach to graduate education. Designed for busy professionals, this Master’s degree explores the human condition through diverse perspectives. Students enjoy intellectual freedom in a part-time format with evening and weekend classes.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,900/yr

Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts4,0(2)

Luzern, Switzerland

Digital Ideation

Digital Ideation at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts empowers you to transform emerging technologies into sustainable, everyday realities through interdisciplinary collaboration.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$3,327/yr

Willamette University5,0(1)

Oregon, United States

Critical Studies and Visual Studies or Print Media

Willamette University faculty members have won awards, created iconic work, and shared their insights into the art world. Connect one-on-one with instructors who help guide your creative process and inspire you. The graduate Critical Studies and Visual Studies or Print Media Program also bring in artists and speakers for panels, lectures, and events.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$40,570/yr

Zuyd University of Applied Sciences3,8(82)

Maastricht, Netherlands

Scientific Illustration

During the Scientific Illustration program at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences you will learn to make accurate visualizations of topics from the clinical, medical and biological domain. You will get the skills to use a wide range of traditional and digital visualization techniques.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,652/yr

Goldsmiths, University of London4,0(57)

London, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Arts and Computational Technology

Goldsmiths, University of London offers a distinctive MPhil/PhD in Arts and Computational Technology. This degree, spanning 3-4 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time, allows students to explore the intersection of art and technology, fostering innovative practices and research in a supportive environment.

M.Phil. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$28,497/yr