MFA in Art and Media

Art and Media·Arts and Humanities

Master

Overview

The Master of Fine Arts at NYU Abu Dhabi offers a curriculum that is flexible and responsive to artistic, technological, economic, and societal shifts and needs. Its studio-focused multidisciplinary coursework bridges disciplinary skills and diverse bodies of knowledge. Students will: -Engage with new conceptual approaches based on debates at the forefront of contemporary art practices -Work with an interdisciplinary ethos across different fields -Develop a research-based art practice -Experiment with mediums, methods, and techniques in innovative ways -Develop professional skills to pursue careers in the arts -Undertake and realize creative research and historize their practice

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Fall 2026 applications are now open! Apply today and get ready to begin an exciting journey at New York University, Abu Dhabi.

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Tuition & Fees

AED 279,896Per year

AED 139,948 Per semester

Tuition and fees of US$81,228 in year 1 and US$71,200 in year 2 (US$152,428 in total), based on 2026-2027 figures. Over recent years NYUAD scholarships covered 50-85% of tuition and fees. Converted at AED 3.6725 per US$ (about AED 559,792 in total).

Program Details

Degree level: Master
Duration: 2 years; Two-year, full-time program
Department: Art and Media
College: Arts and Humanities

Required Documents

1Undergraduate Degree: You must hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university.
2Mastery of English: Applicants may be required to submit scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test. Please review the standardized test section to determine if this applies to you.
3Work Experience and Employment Status: Stern at NYUAD EMBA students should be currently employed and have, at minimum, six years of post-bachelor’s work experience by the start of the program.