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About the course
This Master of Research (Fine Arts) develops advanced critical and problem-solving approaches to professional creative practice through supervised research. You will plan, analyse, evaluate, conduct and communicate sophisticated research, building expertise and independence as a researcher. The program supports applied, practice-led inquiry and prepares you for further higher degree research or specialist roles in fine arts research and practice. The programme emphasises independent research, methodology, and thesis development aligned with the discipline's scholarly standards.
What you might learn
You’ll build mastery of theoretical knowledge and critically reflect on its application. You will investigate and synthesise complex concepts, generate and evaluate abstract ideas, and design and evaluate appropriate research methods. You’ll also learn to communicate a sustained argument and disseminate research plans and results, producing work that makes an original contribution to knowledge in fine arts.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue careers in contemporary art and creative industries where advanced research and critical practice are required, including artist-researcher roles, arts organisations, curatorial and program development support, and research assistance. The degree also provides preparation for progression to doctoral study and research-focused academic pathways. Outcomes are suited to a Master by research in fine arts and creative practice. Preparing graduates for specialist research careers, professional practice, and doctoral study in the field.
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