MPhil (Fine Art)
We are currently accepting applications for the 2025/2026 entry year through the deadline of February 1, 2025. Any inquiries may be directed to Lisa Newman, Director of Admissions, at lisa@burrencollege.ie
Applicants to the MPhil (Fine Art) should have a Bachelors degree with Honours in Fine Art (First class or 2:1, or a GPA of 3.50 or above), or a Masters degree in Fine Art (or relevant subject area). Applicants may also be considered if their degree is in an unrelated field but have relevant experience and can demonstrate an ability to work at postgraduate level.
Applications for the MPhil (Fine Art) will be made in two stages:
Stage 1: Submit the following application form and supporting documents
- Online Application form (see below)
- An outline of a Research Proposal (up to 2000 words as a .doc, .docx, or PDF) detailing:
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- the proposed project title;
- the field of enquiry;
- the main research question proposing the aspect of the field of enquiry to be explored;
- the methods and methodology proposed;
- a bibliography and details of other sources of information relevant to the project.
- The reasons for wishing to undertake an MPhil and an indication of likely outcomes should also be provided;
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- Portfolio (10-15 jpeg images or 3-4 links to video). Your portfolio may be submitted electronically through GoogleDocs or www.wetransfer.com
- 2 letters of recommendation sent by your referees
- Official transcripts demonstrating evidence of previous degrees. These must be either official hard copies in envelopes stamped and sealed by the university or sent as password-protected e-transcripts.
- Copy of your passport.
- Non-refundable application fee of €50 payable online here.
Note: We request official copies of transcripts to be either sent by password-protected email by your college or university, or sent as a hard copy to Admissions, Burren College of Art, Newtown Castle, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare, Ireland. Portfolio images can be submitted electronically via GoogleDocs or www.wetransfer.com. All other application materials can be emailed to the Director of Admissions, Lisa Newman, at lisa@burrencollege.ie
MPhil Application Form
PLEASE NOTE: Once you’ve submitted your application, you should immediately see an acknowledgement page confirming the submission. If you do not see this, please contact Lisa Newman at lisa@burrencollege.ie to make sure your application has been received by the College.
Stage 2: Shortlisted Applicants
Non-Discrimination Policy
Burren College of Art does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, or veteran status in any phase of its employment process, in any phase of its admission or scholarship programs, or other aspects of its educational programs or activities.
Academic Calendar 2024-2025
Spring 2024
January 8 – Spring Semester begins/Orientation Week
January 15 – Classes begin
February 27-28 – Midterm Critiques for all students
March 25 – Last week of studio time for Postgraduates
April 1-9 – Postgraduate final exhibition installation
April 10-12 – Final examinations and critiques
April 13 – Opening reception for Exhibition
April 15-19 – Final week of Spring Semester
April 25 – Graduation Ceremony
Fall 2024
September 2 – Autumn Semester begins/Orientation Week
September 9 – Classes begin
October 21-22 Midterm Critiques for all students
December 9 – Final Week of Autumn Semester
Spring 2025
January 6 – Spring Semester begins/Orientation Week
January 13 – Classes begin
February 25-26 – Midterm Critiques for all students
March 24 – Last week of studio time for Postgraduates
March 30-April 9 – Postgraduate final exhibition installation
April 9-11 – Final examinations and critiques
April 12 – Opening reception for Exhibition
April 14-18 – Final week of Spring Semester
April 24 – Graduation Ceremony