Overall SDG Alignment Evaluation:
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art and Cultural Innovation is holistically aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals by cultivating creative professionals who are adept at leveraging art and culture as drivers for social and economic change. The curriculum's philosophy, emphasizing the integration of creative practice with entrepreneurship, cultural management, and community engagement, provides a robust framework for sustainability. The program is a powerful engine for SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by training graduates to develop the creative industries, safeguard cultural heritage, and build vibrant community economies. It directly champions SDG 4 (Quality Education) by providing a unique, interdisciplinary education in the arts. Furthermore, the curriculum addresses key social goals, including promoting social inclusion through art (SDG 10, SDG 5), and using creative expression to advocate for peace and justice (SDG 16). By focusing on innovation and collaboration, it supports SDG 9 and embodies the spirit of SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
SDG 4: Quality EducationAlignment Summary: This program provides a high-quality, specialized education at the intersection of arts and innovation, equipping students with the creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills needed for the modern economy. It fosters critical thinking and the ability to apply knowledge in sustainable ways, preparing graduates for lifelong learning.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA134701 | Research for Art and Cultural Innovation | Enhances education for sustainable development by teaching students how to conduct research to inform their creative and entrepreneurial projects, fostering a culture of evidence-based innovation (Target 4.7). |
| FA134801 | Cooperative Education | Provides inclusive and equitable quality education through extensive, supervised practical work experience, ensuring students acquire the vocational skills for employment in the creative and cultural sectors (Target 4.4). |
SDG 5: Gender EqualityAlignment Summary: The program contributes to gender equality by providing a platform for artists and cultural innovators to explore and critique issues of gender. Art and culture are powerful media for challenging stereotypes, promoting diverse representations of gender, and raising awareness about gender equality.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA133411 | Contemporary Art and Culture | Supports gender equality by providing a space to critically analyze and create work that explores contemporary social issues, including gender identity and representation (Target 5.1). |
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic GrowthAlignment Summary: The program is a direct driver of decent work and economic growth by preparing graduates for the creative economy. The curriculum's strong focus on entrepreneurship, business management, and the creation of value from cultural assets is designed to create new jobs and stimulate inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA131102 | Creative Innovation for Entrepreneurs | Directly encourages entrepreneurship and the creation of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises in the creative sector, which are vital for job creation and economic growth (Target 8.3). |
| FA132331 | Product and Packaging Design for Promoting Community Culture and Economy | Contributes to inclusive and sustainable economic growth by developing products that promote local culture and create livelihoods for communities (Target 8.9). |
| FA133501 | Art and Cultural Business Management | Contributes to higher levels of economic productivity through innovation and value addition in the cultural and creative industries (Target 8.2). |
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and InfrastructureAlignment Summary: This program is fundamentally about fostering innovation at the intersection of art, culture, and industry. Graduates are trained to use creative processes and new technologies to develop innovative products, services, and experiences, thereby upgrading the technological and creative capabilities of the cultural sector.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA131102 | Creative Innovation for Entrepreneurs | Enhances scientific and creative research by teaching students how to transform ideas into viable innovations and business models (Target 9.5). |
| FA134702 | Senior Project | Enhances creative research and innovation by training students to develop a comprehensive, innovative project from concept to completion (Target 9.5). |
SDG 10: Reduced InequalitiesAlignment Summary: The program helps to reduce inequalities by fostering art and cultural projects that can give a voice to marginalized communities. By promoting community-based cultural enterprises, it provides a pathway for the economic and social inclusion of all people, irrespective of their background.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA132331 | Product and Packaging Design for Promoting Community Culture and Economy | Contributes to reducing inequality by empowering local and often marginalized communities to create their own economic opportunities through the valorization of their culture (Target 10.2). |
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and CommunitiesAlignment Summary: This program is essential for making communities more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable by focusing on the preservation, promotion, and innovative use of cultural heritage. Graduates can develop cultural projects, products, and exhibitions that strengthen community identity and safeguard the cultural assets that make communities unique.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA132331 | Product and Packaging Design for Promoting Community Culture and Economy | Directly contributes to safeguarding and strengthening efforts to protect the world’s cultural heritage by translating cultural assets into sustainable economic opportunities (Target 11.4). |
| FA133334 | Exhibition for Community and Industrial Economic Development | Strengthens positive economic, social and environmental links between urban, peri-urban and rural areas by creating platforms to showcase and promote local culture and products (Target 11.A). |
| FA133401 | Art and Culture in Community | Is fundamental to participatory and sustainable human settlement planning by using art and culture as a tool for community engagement and development (Target 11.3). |
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and ProductionAlignment Summary: The curriculum promotes responsible consumption and production by encouraging the use of local and sustainable materials in product design. It also provides a platform for innovators to create art and cultural products that raise awareness about sustainability and inspire more responsible lifestyles.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA132331 | Product and Packaging Design for Promoting Community Culture and Economy | Promotes the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources by encouraging the use of local and sustainable materials in product and packaging design (Target 12.2). |
SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong InstitutionsAlignment Summary: The program contributes to promoting peaceful and inclusive societies by providing a powerful medium for social commentary and intercultural dialogue. Art and culture can be used to advocate for peace, raise awareness about injustice, and provide a platform for building consensus, thereby contributing to a more just and peaceful society.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA133401 | Art and Culture in Community | Promotes inclusive societies by using art as a process for community building and dialogue, which can help to strengthen social cohesion and foster peace (Target 16.7). |
SDG 17: Partnerships for the GoalsAlignment Summary: The program fosters partnerships through its cooperative education model and its strong emphasis on community-based projects. These components create a vital bridge between the university, cultural institutions, community organizations, and the private sector, facilitating the multi-stakeholder collaborations needed to achieve the SDGs.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA134801 | Cooperative Education | Directly encourages and promotes effective public-private and civil society partnerships by immersing students in real-world art, cultural, and community organizations (Target 17.17). |
| FA133401 | Art and Culture in Community | Enhances multi-stakeholder partnerships by teaching artists and innovators how to work collaboratively with community members and local organizations to achieve shared goals (Target 17.17). |