Overview

Central to this is our distinctive approach to embedded professional practice, actively integrating you into existing professional networks and real-world contexts. This Master of Fine Art at Technological University of the Shannon offer artists, cultural producers, and creative thinkers the opportunity to practice within a stimulating and supportive environment.

What you'll learn

You will undertake four 10-credit taught modules looking at key concerns relating to Research, Collaboration, Communication, and Context. One 50-credit practice-based project module and one 30-credit self-directed final research realisation and presentation module will allow you to develop a sustainable practice upon graduation. A residency programme forms the heart of the MFA and will offer you the opportunity to test your practice and transferable skills within ‘real world’ situations. The MFA is designed to significantly enhance your career prospects.

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Programme Structure

Modules included:

Research Methodologies
Ecologies of Practice
Navigating Practice
Critical Cartographies
Narrating & Circulating Practice
Navigating Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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105

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

90 ECTS

90 credit MA in Fine Art or 120 credit Master of Fine Art (MFA).

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Limerick, Ireland

Disciplines

Fine Arts

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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105

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50

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Any primary degree with a minimum award of Second-Class Honours Grade 2. Recognition of prior experiential learning (RPL) from applicants will also be considered for places based on relevant professional and life experience.
You will be required to attend an interview in person, or online together with members of the program team and prepare a short statement of intent that outlines your reasons for embarking on this course of study.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

14500 EUR / year

≈ 14500 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

6250 EUR / year

≈ 6250 EUR / year

Additional Details

EU/EEA:

MA in Fine Art: 6,250 EUR
MFA in Fine Art: 7,500 EUR

Living costs

Limerick

Ireland

850 - 1150 EUR / month

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Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Limerick

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