The Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM program at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture is a two-year, 60-credit program leading to the Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree. The program at Tyler is an innovator in the field, providing students access to the latest technology and thinking, extensive tools, and personal mentorship. These resources enable students to develop an excellent portfolio and be a well-prepared professional in the field.

Tyler offers M.F.A. students access to state-of-the-art facilities; faculty leaders in the discipline; numerous visiting artists; support opportunities for research and travel to national conferences; the resources of a large public research university; and a welcoming and supportive community of artists, educators, and thinkers. Tyler M.F.A. students take advantage of faculty and alumni relationships in the art and craft world and the school’s location in Philadelphia, a vibrant art center with a strong craft tradition, to grow their creative practices and businesses.

Accreditation: This degree program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

Areas of Specialization: Students explore a broad range of approaches to the field, including traditional metalsmithing skills, extensive and experimental use of digital fabrication technologies, large-scale electroforming, casting, and laser welding.

Job Prospects: The M.F.A. program prepares graduates for careers as professional artists, craftspersons, designers, and educators.