Konstfack University of Arts, Crafts and Design

Ädellab Masterprogramme 2019

01Sep2019 - 30Jun2021
Application
Tags:  Master ,  Research ,  CriticalThinking

Masterprogramme, 120 credits, full-time studies, daytime
  The contemporary view of jewellery includes the body as an arena for stories. The opportunity to convey a message using an individual’s body, to be one's own gallery, stands in stark contrast to the generalising narratives about the body and our identities that we are often faced with today.
The discussion about corpus and jewellery that is on-going at Ädellab/CRAFT is taking place at a time in which we can highlight other alternative perspectives in our interaction with materials and what they bring with them from their specific roots in a corpus and jewellery tradition. At Ädellab/CRAFT! We investigate how jewellery and corpus can be transformed in different practices that focus on the contemporary and future rather than confirming existing notions. This means that we focus on jewellery and corpus both as method and object.

Specific requirements
Bachelor's degree of Fine Arts in Craft (equivalent to a Swedish bachelor's degree of at least 180 credits), with specialisation in Jewellery and Corpus, or equivalent degree/knowledge. And proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary school course English 6/English B.

Selection
The selection is made on artistic grounds and is based on assessment of artistic portfolio, project proposal and interview.
The selection process takes place in two stages. The first stage involves the applicant assignment and statement of intent submitted by the applicant being assessed on the basis of their ability to express themselves artistically and to adopt an investigative and reflective attitude, as well as degree of independence in expression. We also evaluate technical proficiency and craftsmanship.
In the second stage, a number of applicants are invited to an interview where the applicant’s motivation for undertaking the programme, ability to reflect on their own artistic attitudes are discussed in relation to the previously submitted applicant assignment. Based on these criteria described, an overall assessment is finally made.

Language of instruction
All teaching, tutoring and examinations are in English.

Degree
Degree of Master of Fine Arts in Crafts - Ädellab