Master of Fine Arts (Diploma di II Livello) in Painting & Contemporary Pictorial Languages
Two-year master's curriculum training master painters in color theory, monumental composition, experimental supports, and critical discourse in contemporary art.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BFA degree in Painting, Fine Arts, or Visual Arts
- English language proficiency
- Italian B2 level
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Digital portfolio of 15–20 recent artworks and artist statement
- Recommendation letters
- One academic letter of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ESU merit grants and tuition discount tiers
- Application fee
- €30
- Tuition / joining costs
- €156–€2,200/year adjusted by family income
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 30, 2027 (International applicants)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Accademia di Belle Arti di Venezia documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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