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Master's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture Full Time

Master of Fine Arts Programme in Photography K2fot

at Göteborg University · Sweden

Duration

2 years

Intake

Autumn

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Master of Fine Arts Programme in Photography at Göteborg University (K2FOT) focuses on refining an individual photographic project. Students develop their photographic practice, technical skills, and critical and theoretical understanding. The programme includes work with social, aesthetic, and political dimensions of photography, and it supports students in communicating their artistic vision through exhibitions, collaborations, and the creation of artist books and/or digital publications.

The programme runs on a campus study pace of 100% and uses group discussions, one-on-one meetings with teachers, and coursework in photographic theory. The publication course trains professional techniques for producing a photographic publication, including making a book dummy. The professional development course supports presenting work to an audience and developing practical experience in project planning and execution, leading to a master’s thesis as an investigative essay.

It is aimed at graduates in photography, fine art, visual arts, or applicants with professional experience in photography and related fields. Graduates receive the degree Master of Fine Arts with a major in Photography.

Modules

  • Publication course
  • Elective course
  • Professional Development course
  • master’s thesis

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in photography, or other relevant field within art and design, of at least 180 credits or equivalent. Applicants must prove their knowledge of English: English 6/English B from Swedish Upper Secondary School or the equivalent level of an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS. In addition, approved work samples are required. Other entry requirements are documented in each course syllabus.

The selection is based on an assessment of submitted work samples and a personal interview.

Career outcomes

  • Professional artist working with photography as the main medium of expression
  • Professional photographer
  • Visual artist
  • Educator in the fields of media and photography
  • Assignment photography
  • Working with cultural institutions

How this course compares

  • Göteborg University is ranked #202 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #6 in Sweden.
  • It lists 5 Arts, Design & Architecture courses in total, 5 of them at master's level.
  • 4 universities in Sweden teach master's Arts, Design & Architecture; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most master's Arts, Design & Architecture courses in Sweden take 2 years; this one does too.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in Sweden offer master's Arts, Design & Architecture?

Lund University (QS #72), University College of Kristianstad (#25 in Sweden), University College of Arts, Crafts and Design (#30 in Sweden) are among the 4 that do.

How long is the Master of Fine Arts Programme in Photography K2fot at Göteborg University?

It takes 2 years, studied Full Time.

When does the course start?

Intakes are in Autumn.

Is Göteborg University a good university for Arts, Design & Architecture?

Göteborg University is ranked #202 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #6 in Sweden.

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