Fine Art - Theory and Curatorial - 0498

Fine Art - Theory and Curatorial

Research master's degree

Whether you want to get ahead in your career faster, or improve your knowledge, a Monash graduate research degree can give you a distinct advantage.

At a glance

Course Details

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See locations for this course on the current Handbook.
Duration
  • 2 years (full time)
Start date
 First Semester (February)
Qualification
 Master of Arts
Fees

Information about fees

Course Handbook

This research course is offered in the principal research area of the theory of art and design. The program requires students to develop a comprehensive written proposal that outlines their proposed project, places the research within the context of the scholarly literature and outlines the proposed methodology. Students will be examined entirely on the basis of the written paper, unlike the Master of Fine Arts or Master of Design, which focus on visual work. The thesis should be between 30,000 and 40,000 words.

Entry Requirements

You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.

Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)

Qualifications

All applicants must be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training and ability to pursue the proposed course of study.

Detailed information on the admission criteria for Monash graduate research courses is available here.

English entry requirements

Sound English language skills are required for academic programs at Monash University.

Detailed information on our English language proficiency requirements is available here.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Making the application

Future students

Applications for this course are submitted via the My.App portal.

Fees

International fee

Note Please note: The fee information displayed is based on the 2026 rates and should only be used as a guide.

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:

A$44,200

CRICOS code: 039990B

International course guides

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International Study Grants

International study grants

International Study Grants valued at up to $10,000