About the course

The modern visual designer must be broadly educated, articulate, and literate to compete successfully in today's world. CVPA's Visual Design MFA is a 60-credit, 2- to 3-year program of study. The program allows students to explore visual communication in a broad sense. Areas of study include: Digital Media Graphic Design Illustration Photography Under the guidance of a faculty committee, candidates develop a thesis project based on their own unique research. The thesis requires both visual and written components which are intellectually, formally, and technically rigorous. Students form a committee based on their thesis topic, choosing from faculty who provide a wide variety of viewpoints and expertise. The faculty advisors are highly proficient in traditional, time-based, and interactive media. Students are encouraged to explore various media, processes and methods while they develop their topic. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	North Dartmouth
Fall (September), 2024	North Dartmouth
Spring (January), 2025	North Dartmouth
Fall (September), 2025	North Dartmouth
Spring (January), 2026	North Dartmouth

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth

Portfolio of 20 images representing your art work, process of thinking, implementation of concepts, and studio production. The portfolio is the equivalent of the entrance examinations which other academic areas often require.

　　statement of purpose (minimum 300 words)

　　resume

　　official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (regardless if a credential is earned or not)

　　2 letters of recommendation

　　We require a minimum score of 533/200/72 (PBT/CBT/IBT) on the TOEFL or BAND 6.0 on the IELTS for entrance to any program

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 72.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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