Program Overview

Programme: MA specialising in Fine Arts

The research can be conducted by means of a dissertation, a dissertation and solo exhibition, or a dissertation and curated exhibition.

Programme information

The programme is offered by the Faculty of Humanities, Department: School of the Arts. The minimum duration of study is 1 year, with a total of 180 credits at NQF level 09.

Admission requirements

General Admission Regulations:

• All applications must be accompanied by certified full academic transcripts, a certified copy of ID or passport, and a research concept note.
• International applicants must submit a SAQA evaluation of their completed qualification, TOEFL or IELTS test results, and a certified copy of their passport.
• Postgraduate applications are subject to departmental admissions processes.
• Admissions are based on prior degree performance, bridging arrangements, academic merit, and prior work experience.
• The relevant department has the right to limit the number of students per year.
• Complying with minimum admissions requirements does not guarantee admission.
• Proposed research studies should align with the research focus of the department.

Minimum admissions requirements:

• A relevant honours degree or a relevant four-year bachelor's degree, both at NQF level 8.
• A weighted average of at least 65% for the honours degree or at final-year level of the four-year bachelor's degree.

Additional requirements

• The Research Committee of the Department of Visual Arts must approve the application, which includes a research proposal.
• The research can be conducted by means of:
  • A dissertation
  • A dissertation and solo exhibition
  • A dissertation and curated exhibition

Core modules

• BKS 858: Dissertation: Advanced research in Fine Arts
  • Credits: 180.00
  • Module content: A dissertation on an approved topic completed under supervision.
• BKS 859: Dissertation and creative production
  • Credits: 180.00
  • Module content: A solo exhibition of creative work accompanied by a dissertation of limited scope.
• BKS 860: Dissertation and curatorial practice
  • Credits: 180.00
  • Module content: A curated exhibition investigating a relevant research theme, accompanied by a dissertation of limited scope.

General Academic Regulations and Student Rules

The General Academic Regulations and General Student Rules apply to all faculties and registered students. Students must familiarize themselves with these regulations, as ignorance will not be accepted as an excuse for transgressions. The regulations are updated annually and may be amended after publication.

Regulations, degree requirements, and information

Faculty regulations, degree requirements, and information are subject to change and may be amended after publication. The University of Pretoria is engaged in an effort to align its qualifications and programmes with the Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework (HEQSF) criteria. Changes to qualification and programme names may occur as a result of this initiative.