Galway,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA Art and Ecology in Galway Ireland | University of Galway
University of Galway
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Galway Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
23,300
(c. USD26,929.44)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The two-year Master of Fine Arts (MFA) offers an intensive training program for artists focused on ecological practices, while the one-year MA delivers graduate-level art education suitable for various professional paths.
Both programs culminate in a final exhibition showcasing individual and group projects, highlighting essential skills for artistic success. Participants will develop critical thinking abilities through fine art, enabling them to assess their work within the broader context of contemporary art theory and ecological discussions. MFA candidates additionally design and execute an interdisciplinary collaborative project addressing environmental challenges, either locally in the Burren or internationally.
Studio work fosters artistic growth alongside MFA/MA Studio Art peers, with dedicated modules supporting creative exploration and the creation of a significant portfolio. The Theory and Art and Ecology component explores historical and modern perspectives influencing ecological art practices. First-year students gain foundational ecosystem knowledge through lectures and Burren fieldwork, expanded in later studies examining regional conservation as a model for global ecological concerns. Professional Studies courses, shared with Studio Art students, equip participants with vital career-building skills.
Career Paths
Alumni pursue opportunities in art-related sectors including curation, gallery management, and arts education. The program cultivates adaptable knowledge and competencies applicable to diverse professional settings, tailored to each graduate's aspirations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should normally have a Bachelor’s degree with First or upper Second Class Honours in Fine Art; or a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Fine Art, with a GPA of 3.50 or above, or evidence of equivalent achievement. In the case of an outstanding portfolio, a Bachelor’s Degree with a lower Second Class/2.2 hons/GPA 3.0 may be accepted. All eligible applicants are interviewed either in person or by phone.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Applicants who do not meet the minimum programme entry criteria are encouraged to contact Burren College of Art to discuss eligibility under the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. Such applicants may be interviewed to ascertain their suitability for the programme. Recognition of Prior Learning for module exemptions is not available on this programme due to external professional accreditation requirements.
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, no less than 5.5 in any one component; Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall; Cambridge C2 Advanced (CPE): 180 overall; TOEFL: 88 overall (7 Listening, 16 Speaking, 18 Writing, 8 Reading); Pearson PTE: 61 overall, no less than 48 in any one component.
Closing Date - Apply by 1 February: applications will continue to be considered on a rolling review.
Tuition
EUR
23,300