MA/MS in Fiction (MFA)

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada•QS 2027 #298

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MA/MS in Fiction (MFA) is a master's degree programme offered by Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered in a hybrid format.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: Hybrid

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Program details

Overview

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Fiction at Dalhousie University, offered jointly with the University of King's College, is the only program of its kind in Canada. It is a two-year limited-residency program with an exclusive focus on fiction, literary or genre. Students develop a query and manuscript under faculty guidance, combining an immersive June residency in Halifax with a January online residency focused on publishing. The limited-residency format allows students to continue other commitments while completing the degree, gathering in person once a year and meeting online during a second residency period each January. The program culminates in a completed or substantially developed manuscript suitable for submission to agents or publishers. Full-time completion takes two years or longer, with a program start each June.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.3

Admission Requirements: Applicants need a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study. Applicants must meet the English language proficiency requirements set jointly by Dalhousie and the University of King's College. A portfolio of up to 25 double-spaced pages of prose is required, preferably including a sample from the proposed MFA project, together with a resume or curriculum vitae, a personal statement of around 500 words, and a project idea description of around 250 words.

Application Details

Start Date: June

About Dalhousie University

“Ora et Labora”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1818

Students: 20,000

QS rank: #298

Programs: 261

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Fiction (MFA) award?

Dalhousie University awards a Master's Degree on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Fiction (MFA) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

Can MA/MS in Fiction (MFA) be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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