Course at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 5 semesters (20 months)Duration
- University of Windsor main campus, 401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, Ontario N9B 3P4, CanadaLocation
- Arts, Humanities, and Social SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- University of Windsor main campus, 401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, Ontario N9B 3P4Campus
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Film and Media ArtsAwards
- $24,885Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Ready to make your mark? Join the School of Creative Arts and create a thought-provoking film or multimedia work that announces your entrance on the world stage.
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In the Master of Fine Arts in Film and Media Arts program, you will have access to equipment, creative spaces, and the expertise of industry professionals who will work closely with you to bring your vision to life. With extensive hands-on training that places an emphasis on studio production and post-production, you will graduate with the practical skills and in-depth knowledge to captivate audiences around the world with your films or multimedia performances. Our program is designed to make you a confident creator. Whether you want to work in film, television, advertising, or another area of media production, our program will give you the edge you need to succeed in this exciting, ever-changing field. Why Get My MFA in Film & Media Arts? Create festival-ready films Film equipment and production facilities Learn to master your art form with hands-on, in-depth studio training Personalized, one-on-one attention with professors thanks to small class sizes
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
High School Student from Canada || Portfolio that includes three samples of video, audio, or image samples. Videos must be 5-minutes in total. || A clear statement of interest. || A cumulative GPA of 75% or above. || Three letters of recommendation. || Transcripts of all university and/or college-level work. Normally, successful applicants will have an Honours BA in Media Arts or Film Production, or a cognate discipline. Students who do not meet this requirement may be admitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies in a qualifying (M1) program. || High School Student from Outside Canada and the United States (International) || Portfolio that includes three samples of video, audio, or image samples. Videos must be 5-minutes in total. || A clear statement of interest. || A cumulative GPA of 75% or above. || Three letters of recommendation. || Any student whose native language is not English, or did not receive a degree from a North American University or any countries listed on the exemption list, must achieve a satisfactory score on one of the following tests: IELTS 7, TOEFL 100, Pearson 69.* || Transcripts of all university and/or college-level work. Normally, successful applicants will have an Honours BA in Media Arts or Film Production, or a cognate discipline. Students who do not meet this requirement may be admitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies in a qualifying (M1) program. || * || English language improvement programs || are available if you require extra training prior to entry into the academic program, or have received lower-than-required test scores. || Faculty of Graduate Studies programme profile (https://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate-studies/326/film-and-media-arts): Program Specific Admission Requirements || Deadline for Fall: || January 15 || Minimum TOEFL: || IBT- 100 || Minimum IELTS: || 7.0 || Minimum Pearson: || 68 || Additional Requirements || Applicants must submit a portfolio and a clear statement of interest. || Portfolio Checklist || Three Referee Assessments · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 69; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Exemptions (Faculty of Graduate Studies, https://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate-studies/346/admission-requirements): a university degree completed at a Canadian institution within the past two years; or a university degree completed within the past two years at an institution in a country on the Faculty's exempt-country list (Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon*, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta*, Mauritius*, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa*, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos, Uganda, United Kingdom, U.S.A., Vanuatu*, Zambia, Zimbabwe; * where the medium of instruction was English). Pathways accepted in place of a test: UWindsor ELIP Level III with 75%; ILAC Pathway Level 3.3; ICEAP Toronto Education Cohort Program with 70% (course-based M.Ed. only). Senate policy: https://lawlibrary.uwindsor.ca/Presto/content/GetDoc.axd?ctID=OTdhY2QzODgtNjhlYi00ZWY0LTg2OTUtNmU5NjEzY2JkMWYx&rID=MzIy&pID=MjMy&attchmnt=False&uSesDM=False&rIdx=MzIy&rCFU= · Application fee: CAD 125.00 - Faculty of Graduate Studies application fee (https://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate-studies/346/admission-requirements)
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$24,885 CAD / year≈ $18,298 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsFaculty of Graduate Studies entrance awards: Doctoral Entrance Award $30,000 ($2,500 x 12 terms); Master's Research Entrance Award $7,500 ($2,500 x 3 terms). Both Canadian and international full-time applicants to RESEARCH-BASED programmes with an admission average of at least 80% are considered on the programme's recommendation; the full application must be in by the programme deadline or the entrance-scholarship deadline, whichever is earlier. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Fall: January 15.
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Film & Media Arts (MFA) cost?
CAD 24,885 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
5 semesters (20 months), as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
High School Student from Canada || Portfolio that includes three samples of video, audio, or image samples. Videos must be 5-minutes in total. || A clear statement of interest. || A cumulative GPA of 75% or above. || Three letters of recommendation. || Transcripts of all university and/or college-level work. Normally, successful applicants will have an Honours BA in Media Arts or Film Production, or a cognate discipline. Students who do not meet this requirement may be admitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies in a qualifying (M1) program. || High School Student from Outside Canada and the United States (International) || Portfolio that includes three samples of video, audio, or image samples. Videos must be 5-minutes in total. || A clear statement of interest. || A cumulative GPA of 75% or above. || Three letters of recommendation. || Any student whose native language is not English, or did not receive a degree from a North American University or any countries listed on the exemption list, must achieve a satisfactory score on one of the following tests: IELTS 7, TOEFL 100, Pearson 69.* || Transcripts of all university and/or college-level work. Normally, successful applicants will have an Honours BA in Media Arts or Film Production, or a cognate discipline. Students who do not meet this requirement may be admitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies in a qualifying (M1) program. || * || English language improvement programs || are available if you require extra training prior to entry into the academic program, or have received lower-than-required test scores. || Faculty of Graduate Studies programme profile (https://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate-studies/326/film-and-media-arts): Program Specific Admission Requirements || Deadline for Fall: || January 15 || Minimum TOEFL: || IBT- 100 || Minimum IELTS: || 7.0 || Minimum Pearson: || 68 || Additional Requirements || Applicants must submit a portfolio and a clear statement of interest. || Portfolio Checklist || Three Referee Assessments · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 69; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Exemptions (Faculty of Graduate Studies, https://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate-studies/346/admission-requirements): a university degree completed at a Canadian institution within the past two years; or a university degree completed within the past two years at an institution in a country on the Faculty's exempt-country list (Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon*, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta*, Mauritius*, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa*, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos, Uganda, United Kingdom, U.S.A., Vanuatu*, Zambia, Zimbabwe; * where the medium of instruction was English). Pathways accepted in place of a test: UWindsor ELIP Level III with 75%; ILAC Pathway Level 3.3; ICEAP Toronto Education Cohort Program with 70% (course-based M.Ed. only). Senate policy: https://lawlibrary.uwindsor.ca/Presto/content/GetDoc.axd?ctID=OTdhY2QzODgtNjhlYi00ZWY0LTg2OTUtNmU5NjEzY2JkMWYx&rID=MzIy&pID=MjMy&attchmnt=False&uSesDM=False&rIdx=MzIy&rCFU= · Application fee: CAD 125.00 - Faculty of Graduate Studies application fee (https://www.uwindsor.ca/graduate-studies/346/admission-requirements)
Is there a scholarship?
Faculty of Graduate Studies entrance awards: Doctoral Entrance Award $30,000 ($2,500 x 12 terms); Master's Research Entrance Award $7,500 ($2,500 x 3 terms). Both Canadian and international full-time applicants to RESEARCH-BASED programmes with an admission average of at least 80% are considered on the programme's recommendation; the full application must be in by the programme deadline or the entrance-scholarship deadline, whichever is earlier. Source View scholarship page
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