The pre-requisite criteria for admission to the programme are:

• A good BA, BFA, or BEd (1st or 2nd Class) degree in any Visual Art discipline;
• A good pass (60% or above) in Research Methodology and Thesis writing at the undergraduate level;
• Submission of a research proposal on an appropriate topic that is relevant to teaching, learning, and administration of the Art, Vocational or General Education;
• A good pass (65% or above) at the entrance examination and interview that is determined by the Departmental Board; and
• At least One (1) year classroom teaching or school administration experience.