Art—Jewelry Concentration, M.F.A.
MASTER OF FINE ARTS IN JEWELRY/METALS
MFA students focus on independently directed studio art practices guided by faculty mentors toward a research project that culminates in their thesis exhibition. Throughout the program work is produced in the Studio I-IV courses and discussed in the four Master Critique courses. These courses are thematically organized and change each semester to cover a range of current and relevant topics in Art and Design. Group critique sessions involving all MFA graduate students are the central feature of the Master Critique courses. Ideas and information gathered in these production and critique courses aid in directing the student toward his/her thesis. Elective courses support the student’s thesis work by developing and supplementing skills and knowledge outside the student’s primary studio art practice.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
- An application for admission to graduate study and an application for matriculation should be submitted to the Graduate Admissions Office at https://www.njcu.edu/admissions-aid/graduate-admissions/graduate-degrees/art-mfa.
- A 250- to 500-word essay discussing your goals and objectives for pursuing your area of planned study. This will also serve as a writing sample.
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended. An undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better on a 4.0 point scale is required for admission.
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably from previous instructors or professionals in Art, sent directly from those making the recommendations.
- International students have additional admission requirements; see the Graduate Studies webpage for details.
- The Art Department requires submission of a portfolio containing 20 images of art/design works completed by the applicant. The portfolio images must be submitted in digital form to https://njcu-art.submittable.com/submit. Do not send original artwork.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Students may transfer up to 12 credits, where applicable, to the MFA degree.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Required Studio Courses | ||
ART 647 | Honors in Studio Art | 3 |
ART 672 | Honors II | 3 |
ART 711 | Studio I | 3 |
ART 712 | Studio II | 3 |
ART 713 | Studio III | 3 |
ART 714 | Studio IV | 3 |
Required Critique Courses | ||
ART 701 | Master Critique I | 3 |
ART 702 | Master Critique II | 3 |
ART 703 | Master Critique III | 3 |
ART 704 | Master Critique IV | 3 |
Required Art History/Theory Courses | ||
ART 607 | Art Of Diverse Cultures | 3 |
ART 608 | Contemporary Art Seminar | 3 |
ART 612 | Aesthetic & Critical Perspectives | 3 |
Thesis Requirements | ||
ART 660 | Master Thesis Seminar I | 3 |
ART 661 | Master Thesis Seminar II | 3 |
Studio Art Electives | 9 | |
Select 3 courses from the list below | ||
ART 606 | The History of Modern Art | 3 |
ART 610 | Independent Study in Art | 3 |
ART 616 | Advertising Design | 3 |
ART 617 | Adv. Advertising Design | 3 |
ART 621 | Painting/Drawing Studio I | 3 |
ART 622 | Art of Latin America | 3 |
ART 626 | Studio Sculpture | 3 |
ART 627 | Printmaking I | 3 |
ART 628 | Adv.Printmaking(Book Arts) | 3 |
ART 630 | Art of Spain | 3 |
ART 633 | Ceramics I | 3 |
ART 634 | Ceramics II | 3 |
ART 635 | Jewelry I | 3 |
ART 636 | Jewelry II | 3 |
ART 637 | Photography I | 3 |
ART 638 | Advanced Photography | 3 |
ART 641 | Life Drawing Studio | 3 |
ART 642 | Painting/Drawing Studio II | 3 |
ART 645 | Lettering design | 3 |
ART 652 | Electronic Works | 3 |
ART 659 | Experimental Drawing | 3 |
ART 662 | Prep. Of Art For Print. | 3 |
ART 663 | Typography/Desktop Publishing | 3 |
ART 664 | Illustration I | 3 |
ART 665 | Advanced Illustration | 3 |
ART 669 | Metalsmithing I | 3 |
ART 670 | Metalsmithing II | 3 |
Open Electives or Co-Op | 6 | |
ART 643 | Cooperative Education | 2 |
ART 644 | Seminar in Cooperative Education | 2 |
May also choose from art electives or open university graduate courses | ||
Total: 60 Credits |
First Year | ||
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Semester 1 | Credits | |
ART 607 | Art Of Diverse Cultures | 3 |
ART 701 | Master Critique I | 3 |
ART 711 | Studio I | 3 |
Art Studio Elective (600 level or higher) | 3 | |
Credits | 12 | |
Semester 2 | ||
ART 608 | Contemporary Art Seminar | 3 |
ART 702 | Master Critique II | 3 |
ART 712 | Studio II | 3 |
Art Studio Elective (600 level or higher) | 3 | |
Credits | 12 | |
Second Year | ||
Semester 1 | ||
ART 612 | Aesthetic & Critical Perspectives | 3 |
ART 647 | Honors in Studio Art | 3 |
ART 703 | Master Critique III | 3 |
ART 713 | Studio III | 3 |
Credits | 12 | |
Semester 2 | ||
ART 660 | Master Thesis Seminar I | 3 |
ART 672 | Honors II | 3 |
ART 704 | Master Critique IV | 3 |
ART 714 | Studio IV | 3 |
Credits | 12 | |
Third Year | ||
Semester 1 | ||
ART 661 | Master Thesis Seminar II | 3 |
Co-Op or Open Electives | 6 | |
Art Studio Elective | 3 | |
Credits | 12 | |
Total Credits | 60 |
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Fine Arts Masters program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate exceptional proficiency and knowledge of art/design applications in a focuses studio art practice.
- Generate original ideas and critically evaluate aesthetic experiences in relation to the social and historical contexts in which they were produced.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically assess their own work, their peers’ and that of professionals in the field.
- Professionally engage the community with their art practice.