The Master of Fine Arts in Media and Artistic Research at the University of Regina is designed for aspiring artists and creative scholars seeking to deepen their practice and contribute original research to the fields of Media, Art, and Performance. You will explore the complex histories, theories, and aesthetics that shape contemporary artistic expression, engaging with diverse approaches to research, including practice-based and studies-based methodologies. This postgraduate programme is ideal for those who wish to critically examine topics such as Indigenous arts and culture, decolonization, curatorial studies, new media, and socially engaged art, preparing you for advanced academic and professional pursuits.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over two years, offering a dynamic learning environment where you will delve into thematic research strengths and engage in directed readings and selected topics seminars. A key feature of the programme is the MAP 899 Professional Placement, providing invaluable experiential research opportunities. You will work alongside faculty experts, developing your unique artistic voice and research capabilities. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for a career as a professional artist, a creative researcher, or in leadership roles within the arts and cultural sectors, equipped with a sophisticated understanding of media and artistic practice.