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MA/MS in Arts visuels et médiatiques

Université du Québec à Montréal

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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Offered by Université du Québec à Montréal in Montréal, Canada, MA/MS in Arts visuels et médiatiques is a master's degree in Visual Arts programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 712 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Visual Arts
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit
International tuition: CAD 712 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: etudier.uqam.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master's in Visual and Media Arts (Maîtrise en arts visuels et médiatiques) at Université du Québec à Montréal trains students in research-creation and fosters critical reflection on current issues in art and arts education. It offers two concentrations: Creation, which stimulates creation and research in visual and media arts and reflection on the creative act and the artist's role in society; and Research-Intervention, which develops theoretical and practical knowledge supporting artistic and pedagogical intervention in formal and informal settings. The programme comprises 45 credits and is designed to be completed in two years (six terms) of full-time study, or four years part-time, with courses offered during the day and in the evening. Admission is offered in the fall term only. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in visual arts or visual arts education with a minimum cumulative average of 3.2 on a 4.3 scale, or demonstrate relevant knowledge, training, and experience. Creation-concentration applicants must submit artworks demonstrating competence, while Research-Intervention applicants must show sustained creativity and interest in visual arts teaching or artistic-pedagogical intervention.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.20 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in visual arts or visual arts education with a minimum cumulative average of 3.2 on a 4.3 scale, or demonstrate relevant knowledge, appropriate training, and pertinent experience. Creation-concentration applicants must submit artworks demonstrating their competence. Research-Intervention concentration applicants must show sustained creativity and interest in visual arts teaching or artistic-pedagogical intervention with diverse populations. Applicants must select a research director and obtain their acceptance by December 1 of their entry term.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Université du Québec à Montréal

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1969
Students: 34,845
Programs: 245
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Arts visuels et médiatiques award?

Université du Québec à Montréal awards a Master's Degree in the field of Visual Arts on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Arts visuels et médiatiques take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Arts visuels et médiatiques cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 712 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

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