MPhil (Fine Art) - Full Time and Part Time Study

MPhil (Fine Art)

Our deadline for application submissions was February 1, 2024. We are no longer accepting applications for the 2024/2025 entry year. Any inquiries may be directed to Lisa Newman, Director of Admissions, at lisa@burrencollege.ie

Applicants to the MPhil (Fine Art) should have a Bachelors degree with Honours in Fine Art (First class or 2:1, or a GPA of 3.50 or above), or a Masters degree in Fine Art (or relevant subject area). Applicants may also be considered if their degree is in an unrelated field but have relevant experience and can demonstrate an ability to work at postgraduate level.

Applications for the MPhil (Fine Art) will be made in two stages:

Stage 1: Submit the following application form and supporting documents

  • Online Application form (see below)
  • An outline of a Research Proposal (up to 2000 words as a .doc, .docx, or PDF) detailing:
      • the proposed project title;
      • the field of enquiry;
      • the main research question proposing the aspect of the field of enquiry to be explored;
      • the methods and methodology proposed;
      • a bibliography and details of other sources of information relevant to the project.
      • The reasons for wishing to undertake an MPhil and an indication of likely outcomes should also be provided;
  • Portfolio (10-15 jpeg images or 3-4 links to video).  Your portfolio may be submitted electronically through GoogleDocs or www.wetransfer.com 
  • 2 letters of recommendation sent by your referees
  • Official transcripts demonstrating evidence of previous degrees.  These must be either official hard copies in envelopes stamped and sealed by the university or sent as password-protected e-transcripts.
  • Copy of your passport or birth certificate.
  • Non-refundable application fee of €50 payable online here.

Note: We request official copies of transcripts to be either sent by password-protected email by your college or university, or sent as a hard copy to Admissions, Burren College of Art, Newtown Castle, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare, Ireland. Portfolio images can be submitted electronically via GoogleDocs or www.wetransfer.com. All other application materials can be emailed to the Director of Admissions, Lisa Newman, at lisa@burrencollege.ie

MPhil Application Form

Application Portal is now closed

 

PLEASE NOTE: Once you’ve submitted your application, you should immediately see an acknowledgement page confirming the submission.  If you do not see this, please contact Lisa Newman at lisa@burrencollege.ie to make sure your application has been received by the College.

Stage 2: Shortlisted Applicants

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a more developed research proposal for discussion and subsequent revision until it is suitable for registration, at which time the applicant is admitted with effect from September. Exceptionally, a January start may be agreed.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Burren College of Art does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, or veteran status in any phase of its employment process, in any phase of its admission or scholarship programs, or other aspects of its educational programs or activities.

Academic Calendar 2024-2025

Spring 2024

January 8 – Spring Semester begins/Orientation Week

January 15 – Classes begin

February 27-28 – Midterm Critiques for all students

March 25 – Last week of studio time for Postgraduates

April 1-9 – Postgraduate final exhibition installation

April 10-12 – Final examinations and critiques

April 13 – Opening reception for Exhibition

April 15-19 – Final week of Spring Semester

April 25 – Graduation Ceremony

 

Fall 2024

September 2  – Autumn Semester begins/Orientation Week

September 9 – Classes begin

October 21-22 Midterm Critiques for all students

December 9 – Final Week of Autumn Semester

 

Spring 2025

January 6 – Spring Semester begins/Orientation Week

January 13 – Classes begin

February 25-26 – Midterm Critiques for all students

March 24 – Last week of studio time for Postgraduates

March 30-April 9 – Postgraduate final exhibition installation

April 9-11 – Final examinations and critiques

April 12 – Opening reception for Exhibition

April 14-18 – Final week of Spring Semester

April 24 – Graduation Ceremony