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Master of Fine Art (Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years years)

Masters.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Masters by research degree provides a supported environment for artistic research where investigation of ideas and material practice informs the production of new artwork. You will undertake an independent research project with academic supervision, developing your creative practice and critical research capabilities. The program is based at Melbourne City and is designed for advanced studio-led inquiry in fine and visual art at masters level. The programme delivers postgraduate depth in theory, applied practice, and professional standards for specialist career progression.

Career outcome

Graduates typically pursue advanced creative practice and research-led careers across contemporary art and related cultural fields. Possible pathways include working as an exhibiting artist, creative practitioner, or contributing to galleries, museums and arts organisations, as well as progressing to further research study. The degree also supports roles that value critical inquiry, project development and practice-based research in fine and visual art at masters level. Preparing graduates for advanced professional, specialist, and leadership roles in the discipline.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$37,440 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years years

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Continuous (scholarship application closing dates apply)

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Melbourne City

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MR208

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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