Master of Fine Arts in Art - Sculpture

In the sculpture concentration, students focus on advancing their skills, conceptual understanding, and artistic vision within the field of sculpture. Building upon their foundational knowledge from undergraduate studies, students engage in a deep exploration of sculptural materials, techniques, and artistic expression.
Technical proficiency is a key focus of the program. Students refine their knowledge of materials such as clay, metal, wood, plaster, or found objects, and expand their understanding of traditional and contemporary sculptural techniques. They experiment with different fabrication methods, carving, welding, casting, modeling, or assemblage, developing mastery in manipulating materials and realizing their artistic visions. Through hands-on work in the studio, students develop a strong command of both traditional and innovative sculptural techniques.
Conceptual development and artistic exploration are equally important. Students are encouraged to develop their own artistic voice and conceptual framework within the medium of sculpture. They explore a range of themes, concepts, and artistic approaches, pushing the boundaries of sculptural practice and engaging in critical discourse. They investigate the relationship between form, space, materiality, and meaning, and explore innovative approaches that challenge traditional sculptural boundaries.
The program incorporates critical theory and art history studies. Students engage in critical analysis of contemporary and historical sculptural practices, exploring theoretical frameworks that inform their artistic practice. They examine the socio-cultural contexts, aesthetics, and philosophical underpinnings of sculpture, deepening their understanding of the field and its broader significance.

Collaborative opportunities and interdisciplinary approaches are encouraged within the program. Students engage in collaborations with artists from other disciplines or explore the integration of sculpture with other media such as installation, performance, video, or digital technologies. These experiences broaden students' perspectives, foster interdisciplinary thinking, and encourage experimentation beyond traditional sculptural practices.

Baccalaureate Degree: The applicant must provide an official transcript showing that a bachelor’s degree was awarded by an accredited college or university. If you are a UofM undergraduate student applying to Graduate School at UofM, you do not need to request that an official transcript be sent to Graduate Admissions. This office has access to your transcript. In addition, transcripts from any other college or university attended may be requested. Only transcripts received directly from an issuing institution are considered official. Personal copies are not acceptable as official documents.

GPA: The applicant must have earned an acceptable grade point average, typically a minimum of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0, but departments may make exceptions for students whose overall GPA does not adequately reflect their ability to succeed in their chosen field.

English proficiency test scores accepted by the University:

• Duolingo English Test-110 or higher on the overall score.
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) 550 or higher on the paper version, 80 or higher on the internet-based test
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System)- 6.5 or higher
• PTE (Pearson Test of English) - 59 or higher