This program is officially approved by MCU under the title Visual & Creative Arts - Fine Arts.

Start your career as a practicing artist with this 2-year intensive studio-based fine arts program. Develop your skills in a variety of traditional arts practices such as figure drawing, oil painting, and ceramics while also exploring the exciting world of experimental 2D and 3D design, book arts, and digital media. Build your artist CV while completing your diploma by exhibiting in one of our 4 on-campus exhibition spaces and participating in experiential learning opportunities through external design contracts and projects.

Studio 1 and 2 courses provide you with an opportunity to specialize your skill and explore personal areas of interest with the support and expertise of professors practicing in their field. You will have unique opportunities to design and implement exhibitions, public/community art projects, participate in a second-year student exchange in Barbados, and complete your Bachelor’s degree with one of our partner universities in Ireland. With innovative pillar courses focusing on Concept Development and Planning, Project Planning and Preparing for Exhibition, Business Development and Marketing, and Arts Leadership, Exhibition, and Portfolio, you will graduate with the skills you need to navigate your chosen creative industry.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Some Program Features Include:

Intensive studio-based courses apply theory concepts through hands-on experience
Learning partnerships with institutions in Barbados and Ireland
On-campus exhibition spaces; Foyer Exhibition Space, Library Exhibition Space, Student Commons, Marianne van Silfhout Gallery (community art gallery)
Student and Professional portfolio development
Innovative, industry-based learning opportunities
Internationally recognized guest speakers
Faculty comprised of practicing industry professionals

Graduates of the Visual & Creative Arts - Fine Arts program may find full-time and part-time employment as self-employed fine artists or may find work in galleries, commercial art studios, retail outlets and educational institutions.