Overview
The Photography program offered by Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a systematic process that transforms you from an MCAD student into a creative professional.
To this end, you become well-versed in the history, contemporary practices, and cultural impact of the medium. You are provided with a full range of technical skills that will serve you in both the applied and fine art fields. You are encouraged and expected to explore your ideas from a personal perspective and with rigor.
Graduates with B.F.A. in Photography from Minneapolis College of Art and Design will be able to:
- Understand photographic history and theory, the relationship of photography to the visual disciplines, and the central position of photography in twenty-first-century visual culture.
- Demonstrate skills in the use of photographic tools, techniques, technologies, and processes sufficient to work from concept to finished work.
- Explain aesthetic and commercial applications of photographic techniques.
- Exhibit professional practices in terms of workflow and project management, including exhibition design, photobook production, and internet display.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- Photography
- Digital Photography Studio
- Photographic Systems
- Photographic Book
- Expanded Processes
- Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning
- Histories, Places, Philosophies
- Creative or Professional Writing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
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Credits
120 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Film, Photography & Media View 695 other Masters in Film, Photography & Media in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Application Form
- Official Transcripts
- Official Test Scores
- Letter of Recommendation
- Personal Statement
- Portfolio (optional for BS applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency
Tuition Fee
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International
41344 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 41344 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
41344 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 41344 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Minneapolis
1130 - 2045 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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