MFA Course: Fees 2025, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

Updated on Aug 25, 2022 05:39 IST

MFA or Master of Fine Arts is one of the most demanding courses among candidates across the globe. The MFA course is considered the best course for candidates aspiring to work in the field of human rights, healthcare, social services etc. MFA course helps students in enhancing their analytical and critical thinking skills for developing insight into the field.

Types of MFA Courses

MFA is a two-year postgraduate specialised course that deals with Painting, Visual Communication, Ceramics, Applied Arts, Sculpture, Printmaking, and other fields of Aesthetic arts. The scope of the MFA course is wide, as candidates can get to work in various national as well as international fields like Animator, Graphic Designer, Curator, Lecturer, Commercial Artist, Art Designer, Art Critic, etc.

Popular MFA Courses

MFA is a popular 2-year program which consists of 4 semesters. Topics covered under MFA are fashion design, graphic designing, and interior design etc., Some other subjects taught in the MFA course include Water Colors, Oil Painting, Sculpture, Modern Art History, Lithography, Printmaking, Digital Art studies, Animation etc.

Some of the popular subjects in MFA includes 

  • Sociology 
  • History of different art/ art forms 
  • Aesthetics & Principles of Art Appreciation 
  • Mechanism of Artistic Perception 
  • Principles and Sources of Art 

MFA Degree Courses

MFA courses are available in different modes. Most of the MFA courses are taught in full-time or regular mode. Some MFA courses are taught as degrees while many courses are taught as a diploma or certificate courses. MFA course consists of both core and elective subjects. Here in the article, we have listed in detail the different types of MFA courses available:  

Core Subjects 

Elective Subjects 

History of Indian Art 

Creative Writing 

History of Indian Architecture 

Acting 

History of European Art 

Computer Animation 

Aesthetics & Principles of Art Appreciation 

Photography 

Sociology 

Illustration 

Principles and Sources of Art 

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Mechanism of Artistic Perception 

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Also Read: MFA Colleges in India

Distance MFA Courses 

Distance MFA course is a two years duration degree course. The course is designed in a way to provide students with detailed knowledge about subjects who are unable to take regular classes due to many reasons like financial or time management issues. Candidates can study MFA in distance mode in IGNOU and many other open universities in India.

Online MFA Courses

There are multiple websites and institutes in India that offer online MFA courses to candidates. Online MFA courses are quite flexible and candidates can pursue these courses as per their availability and time. There is no age limit for the entrance exam for this course. These courses can be pursued from any part of the country.

MFA Syllabus and Subjects 

Semester I 

Semester II 

Advertising Principles and Practices 

Advertising Principles and Practices-II 

Visualization/ Illustration/ Photography (Any one) 

Visualization/ Illustration/ Photography (Any one) 

History of European Art-I 

History of European Art-II 

Creative Painting/ Mural Design/ Portrait/ Landscape (Any one) 

Creative Painting/ Mural Design/ Portrait/ Landscape (Any one) 

Occidental Aesthetics-I 

 

 

Semester III 

Semester IV 

Oriental Aesthetics-I 

Oriental Aesthetics-II 

History of Modern Indian Art-I 

History of Modern Indian Art-II 

Visualization-III Illustration-III Photography-III 

Visualization-IV Illustration-IV Photography-IV 

Advertising (Principles and practices)- III 

Advertising (Principles and practices)- IV 

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MFA Course: Career Scope

After pursuing MFA course candidates can have a bright future. There are a number of job opportunities for candidates in various fields. Some of the such job roles are mentioned below:

MFA Career Options
Photographer Art Director
Art Teacher Creative Director

Graphic Artist/Designer

Graphic Artist/Designer

FAQs on MFA Course

Q. What is BFA and MFA? 

A. BFA or Bachelor of Fine Arts is an undergraduate degree course while MFA or Master of Fine Arts is a graduate degree course. 

Q. What is the eligibility for MFA? 

A. Candidates need to possess a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) degree from a recognised institute of university to pursue an MFA course.  

Q. What are the courses offered in MFA? 

A. MFA or Master of Fine Arts is a postgraduate degree course. The courses offered in MFA are Painting, Applied Arts, Art History, Ceramics, Visual Communication, Sculpture, Printmaking etc.

Q. What is the duration of MFA course? 

A. MFA course is of two-years duration with specializations in various visual and performing art forms.

Q. Can I do MFA after BA? 

A. In order to get admission to the MFA course, candidates are required to have a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) degree.

Q. What can I do after MFA degree?

A. The career scope after MFA is wide. Candidates can get job opportunities in sectors like social services, human rights, healthcare etc.

Q. Is BFA necessary for MFA?

A. Yes, candidate needs to have qualified BFA/BVA in Graphics or allied Arts from any UGC recognized university to pursue MFA course.

Q. What are the popular subjects in MFA?

A. Popular subjects in MFA are Sociology, History of different art/ art forms, Aesthetics & Principles of Art Appreciation, Mechanism of Artistic Perception and Principles and Sources of Art.

Q. Is there any online course available in MFA?

A. Yes, candidates can pursue an online course in MFA. There is no age limit for the online MFA course and candidates from any part of the country can pursue the course.

Q. What is the duration of the distance MFA course? 

A. The duration of distance MFA course is two years. Candidates can pursue MFA in distance mode from IGNOU and many other open universities in India. 

Q. What are the elective subjects in MFA degree courses?

A. The elective subjects in MFA degree course are Creative Writing, Acting, Computer Animation, Photography and Illustration.
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  • Popular MFA (Master of Fine Arts) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private MFA (Master of Fine Arts) Colleges in India
  • Popular MFA (Master of Fine Arts) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular MFA (Master of Fine Arts) Colleges in India

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12.4 K
16 LPA
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28.5 K - 1.85 L
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Popular Private MFA (Master of Fine Arts) Colleges in India

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2.29 L - 3.23 L
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Popular MFA (Master of Fine Arts) Specializations

Following are the most popular MFA (Master of Fine Arts) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Most Popular Courses

Following are the most popular MFA (Master of Fine Arts) courses, based on alumni reviews. Explore these reviews to choose the best course in MFA (Master of Fine Arts).
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Joining  Indian Institute of Photography for MFA course is generally considered a good option. Candidates must consider factors such as infrastructure, faculty experience, fees, curriculum, etc. while taking admission. However, the "good" factor can also vary from different candidates and their pref

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Sejal Baveja

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The total tuition fees of the MFA course at Indian Institute of Photography is INR 5.1 lakh. The overall fees may include other components such as security depoisits, exam fees, and other charges. Candidates must pay the tuition fees to confirm their admission and secure their seat at Indian Institu

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Sejal Baveja

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Answered a month ago

MFA graduates are in demand across creative, media, entertainment, and technology sectors. Depending on their specialization whether it is fine arts, music, dance, film-making, animation, or digital design they can explore opportunities in top global and Indian companies.

Some of the top recruiters i

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Aashi Srivastava

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Answered a month ago

An MFA Full form Master of Fine Arts degree opens doors to a wide variety of creative and professional fields both in India and abroad. MFA is not like other postgraduate degree as it focuses on honing specialised artistic skills while also preparing students for professional careers in creative ind

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Abhishek Arora

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Answered a month ago

To choose the right MFA course, first ask yourself what excites you most painting, design, photography, theatre, or writing. Look at colleges that are strong in that specialisation and check the kind of faculty, studios, and industry exposure they offer. Compare the curriculum with your career goals

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Abhay Dixit

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Answered a month ago

Fresh MFA graduates can expect an average salary of INR 3 - 6 LPA, depending on their specialisation and skills. With experience, especially in design studios, art direction, teaching, or freelancing, professionals can earn INR 8 - 15 LPA or more.

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Pallavi

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Answered a month ago

If you want to pursue MFA in India, then you generally need a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree which is also popular as BFA or equivalent degree in a relevant stream with at least 50% marks. Some universities or colleges also accept graduates from Humanities or Arts backgrounds with proven artistic apti

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Piyush Chatterjee

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Answered 2 months ago

Indian applicants thinking to apply to AFI MFA course must submit the following:

  • Online application with an application fee of USD 100 (Around INR 8,800)
  • Narrative statement
  • Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Academic transcripts
  • Certificate of completion
  • AFI Scholarship application
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Chandra Chaudhary

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Answered 2 months ago

To enrol in an MFA course at Imagination Academy of Fine Art, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the institute. The institute offers full-time MFA courses lasting two years. Students are selected based on merit. A total of five seats are available for this course.

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Nishtha

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, MFA course is available at Imagination Academy of Fine Art. The institute offers MFA courses at the PG level. Candidate must meet the eligibility criteria to enrol for MFA course admission set by the college. Aspirants must pass BFA course. IAFA admission process is based on merit.

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Shikha Arora

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Answered 2 months ago

Studying MFA at Parsons New York can be expensive. The total cost ranges between INR 36 L - 54.54 L which includes tuition fees, insurance etc. A detailed breakdown of cost of MFA is given in the table below.

Particulars

Cost

Tuition

INR 31.17 L - 49.6 L

Insurance

INR 3.81 L

Others

INR 1.02 L - 1.14 L

Total fee

INR 36 L - 54.54 L

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