l’École Supérieure d’Art.

The European Fine Art Masters at The Margate School is a unique program that nurtures emerging artists and fosters their development in the field of fine art. The course provides a platform for students to engage in intensive studio practice, theoretical discourse, and critical thinking. Led by accomplished faculty members and visiting artists, the program offers a diverse range of techniques, materials, and concepts, promoting interdisciplinary exploration. Through rigorous mentorship and collaborative learning, it cultivates a vibrant artistic community, encouraging students to push boundaries and create meaningful contemporary artworks that reflect their individual vision and engage with the wider art world.

Qualification gained: Master of Fine Arts (MFA) researchlevel degree, Diplôme National Supérieur d’Expression Plastique (DNSEP)

Entry Requirement:

BA(Hons) or relevant experience, portfolio and interview

Duration:

Full-time October 2023 to June 2025

Taught sessions on: Tuesday and Wednesday

Cohort Size: up to 15 places

Offering an alternative approach to higher education, you will explore how art can be used to benefit, protect and sustain the world through a series of practical and critical modules.

The first of its kind in the UK, this Master’s qualification is part of the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and is recognised across Europe, creating opportunities to work in the EU, including teaching at EU higher education institutions.

Art Society Nature will give you the tools to develop a unique and personal approach in the field of contemporary creative and intellectual practice.

The course concludes with a presentation of the student’s final work and examination held at the Esä campus in Dunkerque, France.

This practical and dynamic full-time two year course will introduce you to, or build on, your current knowledge of:

• Inclusive and sustainable approaches to material investigation

• Enhanced critical enquiry

• Open and all-encompassing approaches to fine art practice

What you get:

• Ongoing cumulative modules, practical workshops with worldclass tutors and practitioners

• Tutorial support - regular one-toones with tutors, peer review and expert critique

• In-demand skills including research and analysis, entrepreneurial experience and a portfolio to take into employment or further research and practice in your field

• Guest lectures and gallery visits

• Collaborative opportunities within TMS and Esä

• Internship to undertake professional development

• French Language sessions

• Self-led practice time

Cost:

£7,500 per academic year, including studio and access to TMS facilities

£5,100 per academic year, if you have your own studio facilities

Approx £600 registration and student union fee

Bursaries are available

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