The Master of Fine Art by coursework is centred on the individual candidate’s practice and is designed to assist the serious art student to attain a professional level of excellence. This program provides a stimulating and supportive environment for rigorous postgraduate study. The program is pluralist in outlook, balancing the conceptual with the practical. Many students work in a cross disciplinary context. These approaches are encouraged and exist alongside art practices that are discipline specific. Students will become conversant in the theoretical and material analysis of contemporary art through cross disciplinary group tutorials, peer to peer learning and individual academic supervision from practicing artists. A studio on campus is provided in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant and cultural CBD.

Graduates assume the role of an informed contemporary artist. They work in the arts industry and as professional practising artists, exhibiting nationally and internationally. Grants continue to be available through local and federal funding, which allow graduates to establish and progress their careers. Many staff, students and graduates have also exhibited at biennales around the world and many have won awards through local and international competitions, keeping RMIT at the forefront of the arts industry. Graduates will be qualified to undertake roles such as: Visual Artist Sound / Multimedia Artist Gold and silversmith Ceramicist Art educator.