OtaMaster of Fine ArtsUniversity of Otago · Dunedin, New Zealand

Program Overview

Degree: Master's
Duration: 12 months
Tuition: NZ$41,265
Fields: Design / Media Arts

Application Cycle

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Application opens: Rolling admission
Application deadline: Rolling admission

This program uses rolling admissions without fixed deadlines and reviews applications as they arrive until spaces are filled. Applying early is strongly recommended.

Documents Required

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

CV or resume

Up-to-date CV outlining education and experience.

Portfolio

Creative portfolio as required by Fine Arts admissions.

Academic transcripts

From all universities attended; certified English translation if needed.

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Bachelor's degree in a relevant creative field; Confirm current MFA calendar entry requirements, major prerequisites, and portfolio expectations with Fine Arts. Archived fee schedule listed MFA international tuition around NZ$41,265 (verify current year).
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); University postgraduate minimum. Required if prior study was not in English.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (writing 4.5) | Old scale: 90 overall (writing 21); Postgraduate minimum. New scale applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026.; Postgraduate minimum. Old scale applies to tests before 21 Jan 2026.

Historical admission data is not published.

Source

Visit the official program source