<nettime-ann> Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Oslo National Academy of the Arts - Call for Applications - Deadline February 1st. 2011 (no tuition fee* )

[jesper alvaer <jalvaer@gmail.com>]

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Master Fine Arts (MFA) Oslo National Academy of the Arts
Call for Applications - Deadline February 1st. 2011
Two-year, full-time course (120 credits)

*Students from developing countries and countries in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia to may apply for scholarship for MFA studies in Norway.

Completion of this course leads to the title of Master of Fine Arts. The
 Masterâs study programme in Fine Arts trains artists to be independent,
 active contributors to contemporary art and related areas of society. 
The course equips students to work as creative artists at international 
level and for other work requiring creative innovation and aesthetic 
skills.â 

The programme aims to extend the studentâs field of practical and 
artistic experience and provide a deeper understanding and study of 
theoretical issues. The studentâs own artistic work, and a theoretical 
project linked to this work, form the core of the course. In addition, 
students can specialise in art theory, painting, photography, 
sculpture/installation/performance or digital art, focusing on one or a 
combination of these areas. Emphasis is placed on a cross-disciplinary 
approach and on active collaboration with both national and 
international institutions. 

The course comprises a combination of self-study, theoretical classes, 
practical work and research.âÂâThe Master Degree in Fine Arts consists 
of three main parts:â 
1. Theoretical subjects and seminars: the student is actively involved 
in shaping this part of the course since the theoretical subjects are 
developed to underpin his/her practical work and chosen area of study 
for the master thesis.
â2. Practical artistic/creative work: the student develops a coherent 
body of work, which demonstrates independent thinking and conceptual and
 aesthetic creativity. This part of the course includes studio work, 
supervision, workshops, exhibitions, shows and presentations. Students 
are expected to place their work in an international context by actively
 seeking out related international artistic milieus and by working to 
develop their contact network.â
3. A master thesis based on the studentâs artistic project. The subject 
chosen for the thesis may be linked to the studentâs own practical, 
artistic work or may be a theoretical project of the studentâs own 
choice. An outline of the content of the proposed thesis must be 
attached to the application. The thesis must demonstrate the ability to 
apply theory and method to the project under research.

Applicants are required to hold a bachelor degree in fine arts or an 
equivalent qualification corresponding to 180 credits. Applicants are 
assessed on the basis of the outline of their proposed thesis, a 
portfolio of their work, educational qualifications and an interview. 
Applications are appraised by a jury whose members come from both inside
 and outside The Oslo National Academy of the Arts. 

The closing date for admissions is 1st of February 2011

http://khio.no/Engelsk/Art_Academy/#8089
http://www.kunstakademioslo.com/

If you have questions regarding the study programme, please contact the 
Departement of Academic Affairs on 
opptakbilledkunst@khio.no or on telephone: (+47) 22 99 55 00

Higher education is a top priority in Norway and therefore its 
educational institutions do not charge tuition, not even for 
international students.

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