
School of Art
Master of Fine Arts
Jewelry Design & Metalsmithing Concentration
Master of fine arts in Jewelry Design & Metalsmithing Concentration
The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program in art with a concentration in Jewelry Design & Metalsmithing (Metals) is structured to give a strong technical foundation in metals and yet allows sufficient flexibility for students to explore personal directions in their work throughout their study at Texas Tech University. Throughout the semester class meets for group critiques, slide lectures, technical demonstrations, and discussions of required readings or research materials.
In addition, individual critiques are scheduled on a weekly basis or as needed. Students are encouraged to draw from their background, interests, observations, and environment as a basis for developing distinct and personal statements in metal. Generally, the direction of each student's research is determined by the student in consultation with the faculty advisor and the MFA Advisory Committee. To complete the requirements for the MFA degree the student is required to write a report, pass an oral review, and have a public exhibition of thesis work. The faculty member's role is to provide the guidance, expertise, and judgment needed in helping students achieve their artistic goals and to realize their full potential as artists.
Program Highlights
Near the end of each semester of study, students have a works-in-progress review by a group of studio faculty and art historians. Recommendations and advice are given by faculty members for MFA candidates to consider as they move forward in the program.
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What Sets Us Apart
During their last year of study MFA candidates write a report describing their graduate work and creative influences. The final semester of study is spent in preparation of the thesis exhibition. This is a public exhibition of the student's metalwork which displays professionalism, creativity, and development as an artist. MFA students present a gallery talk for their MFA Advisory Committee to assess their ability to verbally present their aesthetic influences and artistic direction.
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REQUIREMENTS
The MFA requires three consecutive years in residence and a minimum of 60 semester credit hours. Hours include: 21 hours in area of specialty; 12 hours secondary area; 9 hours in art history; 9 hours electives; 6 hours MFA project; and 3 hours MFA graduate seminar.
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