Master in Visual Arts

Tuition fees are 7,382 USD per year, while the application deadline for the Jan 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2026.

The Master in Visual Arts at the University of Windsor is a two-year master's degree for students who want to develop their artistic practice. The program is based in Windsor, Canada, and is taught in English. It helps students develop a sustainable artistic practice through creative exploration and innovative experimentation.

The curriculum includes studio-centered work and critical theoretical frameworks. Students can work on creative projects such as video installation, audio responsive installation, performance, social practice, bio art, and urban interventions. They also learn from dynamic faculty, visiting artists, curators, and critics.

Graduates of the program can work as visual artists, educators, curators, arts administrators, or art critics. They can find jobs in galleries, museums, schools, or private studios.

Located in Windsor, Ontario, the University of Windsor is a comprehensive public institution with a long history and a community-focused approach to higher education. Founded in 1857, Windsor serves approximately 16,000 students, including about 1,500 international students, and offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, engineering, business, law, education and social work. The university is known for personalized attention and accessible faculty.

Windsor emphasizes experiential learning and strong ties to industry, giving students hands-on opportunities through co-op placements, internships and community-engaged projects. With 112 distinct programs, students can tailor studies to career goals and gain practical skills valued by employers. Small class sizes and applied learning environments support close mentorship and collaborative projects with local partners, including cross-border initiatives given Windsor’s proximity to the United States.

Campus life combines the advantages of a compact city with affordable living and rich cultural variety. International students benefit from targeted services for orientation, academic advising and career development, plus active student clubs and volunteer opportunities. Prospective applicants should research program-specific requirements early, consider co-op or internship pathways, and make use of the university’s support for housing and settlement to ease transition to life and study in Canada.