Overall SDG Alignment Evaluation:
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Arts program is holistically aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals by cultivating creative professionals who are not only skilled artists but also critical thinkers and cultural communicators. The curriculum's philosophy, which emphasizes creative expression, cultural understanding, community engagement, and professional ethics, provides a robust framework for addressing the social and cultural dimensions of sustainability. The program is a powerful engine for SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by training artists who can safeguard and promote cultural heritage and contribute to the vibrancy of public spaces. It directly champions SDG 4 (Quality Education) by providing a high-quality education in the arts and preparing future educators. Furthermore, the curriculum addresses key social goals, including promoting social inclusion and diverse expression (SDG 10, SDG 5), and using art as a medium for social commentary and advocacy for peace and justice (SDG 16). By preparing graduates for the creative economy, it supports SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and its collaborative projects embody the spirit of SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
SDG 4: Quality EducationAlignment Summary: This program provides a high-quality, specialized education in the creative field of visual arts, equipping students with the technical, conceptual, and vocational skills needed for a successful career. It fosters creativity, critical thinking, and an appreciation for cultural diversity, which are essential skills for lifelong learning and promoting sustainable development.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA114701 | Research for Visual Arts | Enhances education for sustainable development by teaching students how to conduct research to inform their artistic practice, fostering a culture of critical inquiry and lifelong learning (Target 4.7). |
| FA114801 | 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 industries (Target 4.4). |
SDG 5: Gender EqualityAlignment Summary: The program contributes to gender equality by providing a platform for artists to explore and critique issues of gender and identity. Art is a powerful medium for challenging stereotypes, promoting diverse representations of gender, and raising awareness about gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA113411 | Contemporary Art | Supports gender equality by providing a space to critically analyze and create art that explores contemporary social issues, including gender identity and representation, helping to challenge stereotypes (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 careers in the creative economy. The curriculum's focus on professional practice, entrepreneurship, and developing a unique artistic voice is designed to create jobs and enhance the cultural and economic vitality of communities.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA111102 | Visual Arts for Creative 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). |
| FA114702 | Professional Practice | Contributes to decent work by preparing artists with the business and management skills needed for a sustainable career in the arts (Target 8.5). |
SDG 10: Reduced InequalitiesAlignment Summary: The program helps to reduce inequalities by fostering artistic expression that can give a voice to marginalized communities. Art can be a powerful tool for social commentary, promoting the inclusion and empowerment of all people, irrespective of their background.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA113411 | Contemporary Art | Contributes to reducing inequality by empowering artists to create work that addresses social and political issues, promoting the inclusion of diverse perspectives (Target 10.2). |
| FA113401 | Art in Community | Directly aims to reduce inequality by using art as a tool for community engagement and empowerment, ensuring that all voices within a community can be heard (Target 10.3). |
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and CommunitiesAlignment Summary: This program is essential for making communities more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable by focusing on the creation and preservation of cultural heritage. Graduates can create public art, contribute to cultural institutions, and lead community-based art projects that strengthen local identity and make communities better places to live.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA113401 | Art in Community | Directly contributes to safeguarding and strengthening efforts to protect cultural heritage by engaging artists directly with communities to create culturally relevant work (Target 11.4). |
| FA112211 | Thai Art | Protects and promotes local and national cultural heritage by studying its history and techniques, ensuring its preservation and continuation (Target 11.4). |
| FA112212 | Isan Art | Safeguards the unique regional cultural heritage of Isan by ensuring its artistic traditions are studied, practiced, and passed on to the next generation (Target 11.4). |
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and ProductionAlignment Summary: The curriculum can promote responsible consumption and production by encouraging the use of sustainable and recycled materials in art-making. It provides a platform for artists to create work that raises awareness about environmental issues and inspires more sustainable lifestyles.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA113221 | Mixed Media | Promotes the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources by encouraging the use of found objects and recycled materials in the creation of artworks (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 and political commentary. Art can be used to advocate for peace, raise awareness about injustice, and provide a platform for dialogue, thereby contributing to the development of more just and peaceful societies.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA113411 | Contemporary Art | Promotes fundamental freedoms by providing artists with the tools to create work that engages in social critique and political discourse, ensuring public access to diverse viewpoints (Target 16.10). |
| FA113401 | Art in Community | Promotes inclusive societies by using art as a process for community building and dialogue, which can help to resolve local conflicts and strengthen social cohesion (Target 16.7). |
SDG 17: Partnerships for the GoalsAlignment Summary: The program fosters partnerships through its cooperative education model and its emphasis on community-based art. These components create a vital bridge between the university, cultural institutions, community organizations, and the public, facilitating the collaborative work needed to achieve the SDGs.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA114801 | Cooperative Education | Directly encourages and promotes effective public-private and civil society partnerships by immersing students in real-world art and cultural organizations, building collaborative experience (Target 17.17). |
| FA113401 | Art in Community | Enhances multi-stakeholder partnerships by teaching artists how to work collaboratively with community members and local organizations to achieve shared goals (Target 17.17). |