Provided is a method of fabricating a photo mask. The method includes
preparing a model group including optical proximity correction (OPC)
models and generating a preliminary mask layout using an integrated
circuit (IC) layout. A contour image may be produced from the preliminary
mask layout through a simulation using an optical model. Subsequently,
the preliminary mask layout may be compared with the contour image and
the comparison result may be analyzed to produce analysis data for
providing criteria used in selecting an OPC model. An OPC model suitable
for the preliminary mask layout may be selected from the model group
based on the analysis data. An OPC process may be performed on the
preliminary mask layout using the selected OPC model to generate a mask
layout.