Master of Fine Arts
Course code: MR-FA
2 years full time / 4 years part time
Expected candidature is 1.5 years full time (or part time equivalent)
March
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available
March
AUD $46,976 (2026 indicative first year fee)
How to apply
Ready to apply?
Overview
Deadlines for Applications
While graduate research applications can be submitted at any time, applications will be assessed in the next admission and scholarship round.
A separate application is not required for Graduate Research Scholarships. These are assessed with your course application.
If you wish to apply for other University scholarships, such as the Fay Marles or Human Rights Scholarships, you will need to add these to your application. You can search for scholarships here: https://scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/.
Supervisor Nomination
Masters Researchers have a supervisory panel including a Principal Supervisor who will be their primary contact and mentor throughout the course. You can find a potential research supervisor by reviewing the research interests and expertise of academic staff on the Victorian College of the Arts Staff Profiles or you can use the University Find an Expert pages.
Visual Art applicants do not need in-Principal supervision support prior to making an application, and supervisors will be confirmed upon acceptance into the programme. Please disregard any emails from no-replies@unimelb.edu.au requesting evidence of in-principal supervisor support if you are applying for the Master of Fine Art (Visual Art).
Prospective Enquiries
If you have any questions about making an application please contact the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music.
Further information about Applications processes is available at the Future Students admissions and applications page.
Submit Your Application
Applications for courses and scholarships are submitted online. You can access the online admissions system here and there are answers to commonly asked questions here.
When searching for a course in the admissions system it is best to search by course code. Search for “MR-FA” to find the Master of Fine Arts. You will see various options and you need to choose the year you wish to commence along with the semester and whether you wish to study full time or part time.
You will be asked to identify your discipline area as part of the application.
Please ensure you include academic transcripts, research proposal, folio of creative works, proof of identity, evidence of English proficiency, previous publications and referees' reports with your application. Uploads must be 6MB or smaller, pdf files are preferred (see below if you need to forward material to the faculty direct).
Additional Requirements
Additional application material, such as folios can be submitted as follows:
- Upload to the admissions system (Max 6MB, will only accept Word, Acrobat, Jpeg, Excel and Tif files)
- Email to fineartsmusic-research@unimelb.edu.au
- Upload to a cloud service and email fineartsmusic-research@unimelb.edu.au with the link
- Please reach out to us via the above email if you are unable to provide your folio or audition materials digitally
Before you apply
- Check the degree website.
- Check the entry requirements and make sure you're eligible.
- Ensure you meet the University’s English language requirements.
- Identify if appropriate supervision is available.
- If you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, you may like to contact our Faculty’s Wilin Centre for Indigenous Arts and Cultural Development before proceeding. They can assist you with your application and provide you with additional information about your study options.
- Complete the Application for admission to graduate research degree candidature and scholarship form including appending the requested documentation such as Academic transcripts, CV and Referee Reports.
- Complete any additional requirements.
- Submit the application by the deadline.
Ready to apply?
Ready to apply?
Overview
Deadlines for Applications
While graduate research applications can be submitted at any time, applications will be assessed in the next admission and scholarship round.
A separate application is not required for Graduate Research Scholarships. These are assessed with your course application.
If you wish to apply for other University scholarships, such as the Fay Marles or Human Rights Scholarships, you will need to add these to your application. You can search for scholarships here: https://scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/.
Supervisor Nomination
Masters Researchers have a supervisory panel including a Principal Supervisor who will be their primary contact and mentor throughout the course. You can find a potential research supervisor by reviewing the research interests and expertise of academic staff on the Victorian College of the Arts Staff Profiles or you can use the University Find an Expert pages.
Visual Art applicants do not need in-Principal supervision support prior to making an application, and supervisors will be confirmed upon acceptance into the programme. Please disregard any emails from no-replies@unimelb.edu.au requesting evidence of in-principal supervisor support if you are applying for the Master of Fine Art (Visual Art).
Prospective Enquiries
If you have any questions about making an application please contact the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music.
Further information about Applications processes is available at the Future Students admissions and applications page.
Submit Your Application
Applications for courses and scholarships are submitted online. You can access the online admissions system here and there are answers to commonly asked questions here.
When searching for a course in the admissions system it is best to search by course code. Search for “MR-FA” to find the Master of Fine Arts. You will see various options and you need to choose the year you wish to commence along with the semester and whether you wish to study full time or part time.
You will be asked to identify your discipline area as part of the application.
Please ensure you include academic transcripts, research proposal, folio of creative works, proof of identity, evidence of English proficiency, previous publications and referees' reports with your application. Uploads must be 6MB or smaller, pdf files are preferred (see below if you need to forward material to the faculty direct).
Additional Requirements
Additional application material, such as folios can be submitted as follows:
- Upload to the admissions system (Max 6MB, will only accept Word, Acrobat, Jpeg, Excel and Tif files)
- Email to fineartsmusic-research@unimelb.edu.au
- Upload to a cloud service and email fineartsmusic-research@unimelb.edu.au with the link
- Please reach out to us via the above email if you are unable to provide your folio or audition materials digitally
Before you apply
- Check the degree website.
- Check the entry requirements and make sure you're eligible.
- Ensure you meet the University’s English language requirements.
- Identify if appropriate supervision is available.
- Complete the Application for admission to graduate research degree candidature and scholarship form including appending the requested documentation such as Academic transcripts, CV and Referee Reports, or apply through one of the University of Melbourne’s overseas representatives.
- Complete any additional requirements.
- Submit the application by the deadline.
Ready to apply?