Master of Fine Arts in Contemporary Fine Art (MFA Fine Art)

Two-year studio-centred program fostering independent artistic inquiry across sculpture, painting, performance, moving image, installation, and critical public interventions.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: BFA degree in Fine Art or equivalent artistic credential
English language proficiency: 6.5 overall
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Visual portfolio of contemporary works and artist statement
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Individual private studio space and solo gallery exhibition support
Application fee: 900 SEK
Tuition / joining costs: 312,000 SEK per year

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official HDK-Valand - Academy of Art and Design (University of Gothenburg) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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