MFA

Film and Media Arts

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    20 months
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    28,374CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Sep

Program overview

What the University of Windsor says about their program:

In the Master of Fine Arts in Film and Media Arts program, you will have access to the best equipment, cutting-edge creative spaces, and the expertise of world-renowned 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.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of your high school diploma is required, along with the appropriate minimum averages and pre-requisite requirements for the program applied to.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Graduates of recognized universities may be admitted to programs leading to the Master’s degree. A student with a four-year degree or equivalent in the discipline to which s/he is seeking admission, and who has an academic standing equivalent to 70% or better in the final two years of study (full time equivalent) may be admitted to a Master’s program.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    83 (minimum Writing score of 20)

  • IETS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    115

  • CAEL

    60

  • PTE

    60

  • CAE/CPE

    176

Graduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    83 (minimum Writing score of 20)

  • IETS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    120

  • CAEL

    70

  • PTE

    65

  • CAE/CPE

    176

Please keep in mind that for some graduate programs the requirements may vary

English proficiency waivers

  • Student's native language is English
  • At least three consecutive years of full-time study in a recognized secondary school (undergraduate) including the satisfactory conclusion of English 12U (or equivalent) within the past two years
  • At least two consecutive years of full-time study in a post-secondary institution where the primary language of instruction is English within the past two years (undergraduate)
  • An undergraduate or graduate degree where at least two consecutive years of full-time study was instructed primarily in English within the past two years (graduate) in an English language speaking countries
  • Applicants educated in countries whose accredited education system is based in English
  • Demonstrate immersed professional employment requiring proficient communication in a solely English language environment for at least 3 years
  • Completion of the full International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 4 or better in an HL or SL English A

    Literature OR HL or an SL English A: Language and Literature course; English B course is not acceptable (not applicable to graduate applicants)

  • Be academically admissible under the British-based GCSE, IGCSE or GCE credentials and achieve a minimum final grade of B (6 in reformed qualifications) in an Ordinary (O) Level English Literature or English Language course OR a minimum final grade of ‘C’ in an Advanced (A) Level or Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level English Language, English Language and Literature, or English Literature course (not applicable to graduate applicants)

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Transcript evaluation
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • English proficiency proof
  • Portfolio (if applicable)

Graduate:

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Transcript evaluation
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • English proficiency proof
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
  • Two or three recommendation letters
  • GRE/GMAT tests scores (if applicable)
  • Letter of intent
  • Updated resume/CV
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Fees and funding

The University of Windsor offers one of the most affordable, comprehensive educational experiences of any university in North America.

Studying at the University of Windsor is a rewarding investment for your career and future. It not only provides you with academic knowledge and hands-on experience, but also cross-cultural experiences, global perspectives and internationally-recognized degrees.

International students are privy to many entrance and academic scholarships.

Funding

Undergraduate

Automatic Open Entrance Scholarships No matter what program you choose, you will be guaranteed a minimum level of institutional financial support in the form of scholarships and/or bursaries. Support is granted if you are entering directly from full-time secondary school studies, based on your application for admission and best six final and interim Grade 12 U/M level courses (or equivalent) available in May.

  • President's Level Support
  • Amount

    CAD$4,000 per year

  • Requirements

    95% to 100% grade range renewable over 4 years

Dean's Level Support

  • Amount

    CAD$2,500 per year

  • Requirements

    90% to 94.99% grade range renewable over 4 years

Blue & Gold Level Support

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000 first year only

  • Requirements

    85% to 89.99% grade range for first year only

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$36,030 to CAD$45,876 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from CAD$26,156 to CAD$58,520 per year

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Visa requirements for the University of Windsor

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