Vancouver,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA (Okanagan) - Interdisciplinary Studies in Kelowna Canada | The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia
|
Kelowna Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,131
(c. USD6,567.12)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Experience a vibrant, studio-focused setting with expert artists and academics mentoring your journey in Creative Writing, Visual Arts, or Interdisciplinary Studies. The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program at UBC's Okanagan campus in Kelowna, BC, offers students the chance to refine advanced creative techniques across multiple mediums. Learners flourish in an inspiring atmosphere guided by seasoned instructors from diverse fields. Participants engage with cutting-edge contemporary art ideas while collaborating in a nurturing yet critically engaged studio setting. The MFA features modern production facilities, including digital labs, printmaking studios, sculpture workshops, and photography spaces. During residency, each student receives a dedicated studio to cultivate their practice while building connections within a lively community of fellow MFA candidates. Program duration: 18 to 24 months
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants to the MFA programs are expected to have a BFA, with a B plus (76%) in third-year level and above courses or at least 12 credits in third- and fourth-year classes in their intended field of study with an A- (80%) or better average. An applicant’s background must sufficiently prepare them for advanced work in creative practice.
Applicants need to submit a portfolio of creative work
All areas of specialization are required to prepare a cohesive portfolio package, which may be submitted along with your application or mailed directly to the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended (even if the degree is not complete or if courses were not taken as part of a degree)
IELTS - Minimum overall band score of 7; no individual score less than 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 97 overall Minimum score of 24 in Reading & Listening; min. score of 23 in Writing & Speaking (internet version).
Tuition
CAD
9,131