Overall SDG Alignment Evaluation:
The Master of Fine and Applied Arts Program in Visual Arts and Design is fundamentally designed to produce "artist-designers" who are leaders in the new era of the creative economy, capable of creating social value and driving sustainable development. The program's core philosophy is deeply aligned with SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and the development of the creative industries.
As a master's level program, it is a cornerstone of SDG 4 (Quality Education), providing graduates with specialized, lifelong learning skills. The curriculum's focus on community-based practices and local wisdom makes a significant contribution to SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). The program's emphasis on responsible creation and the sustainable use of cultural resources aligns with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Furthermore, its commitment to ethical practices and intellectual property reinforces SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), while its collaborative nature fosters the global partnerships essential for SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
SDG 4: Quality EducationAlignment Summary: As a master's program, this curriculum represents a high level of quality education, designed to create experts and researchers in visual arts and design. It provides inclusive and equitable advanced education, equipping graduates with specialized technical and research skills for high-level employment and lifelong learning.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA 707 111 | Regulations on Research Methods for Creative Arts and Design | Directly supports Target 4.4 by equipping students with advanced technical and research skills for high-level employment in the creative industries. |
| FA 707 898/899 | Thesis | Represents a capstone lifelong learning opportunity (Target 4.3), where students conduct original research, thereby acquiring superior technical and vocational skills for employment and innovation (Target 4.4). |
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic GrowthAlignment Summary: The program is fundamentally aligned with promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth by fostering the creative economy. It trains graduates to be innovators and entrepreneurs who can create value, generate economic activity, and contribute to the development of the creative industries.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA 707 211 | Innovation and Creative Economy | Directly aligns with Target 8.3 by promoting development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, and entrepreneurship in the creative sector. |
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and InfrastructureAlignment Summary: This program drives innovation by integrating digital technology and creative thinking into the fields of visual arts and design. Courses on innovation and digital media prepare graduates to upgrade the technological capabilities of the creative industries and build resilient, sustainable infrastructure.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA 707 211 | Innovation and Creative Economy | Supports Target 9.5 by enhancing technological capabilities through the study of innovation and the creative economy. |
| FA 707 322 | Digital Media Creation | Promotes innovation and resilient infrastructure by teaching the use of digital media for creative expression and communication. |
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and CommunitiesAlignment Summary: The program contributes to creating inclusive and sustainable communities by focusing on community-based practices and the preservation of local culture. By training graduates to work with communities and utilize local wisdom, the curriculum helps to safeguard cultural heritage and promote sustainable community development.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA 707 312 | Community of Arts and Design Operations | Directly aligns with Target 11.4 by teaching methods to safeguard and promote the world’s cultural heritage through community-based arts and design practices. |
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and ProductionAlignment Summary: The program promotes responsible production patterns by focusing on the sustainable use of cultural and local resources. By teaching students to create value from local wisdom and materials, the curriculum contributes to more sustainable and environmentally friendly production chains in the creative industries.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA 707 312 | Community of Arts and Design Operations | Aligns with Target 12.2 by promoting the sustainable management and efficient use of local cultural and natural resources. |
SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong InstitutionsAlignment Summary: The curriculum helps to build strong and accountable institutions by embedding a deep understanding of professional ethics, intellectual property, and social responsibility. Graduates are equipped to uphold high standards of integrity, contributing to a more just and transparent creative sector.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA 707 111 | Regulations on Research Methods for Creative Arts and Design | Aligns with Target 16.6 by promoting ethical research practices, which are fundamental to creating accountable and transparent academic and professional institutions. |
SDG 17: Partnerships for the GoalsAlignment Summary: The program fosters partnerships for sustainable development through its research focus and the requirement for collaboration with various stakeholders. Seminars and thesis work promote the multi-stakeholder collaborations essential for achieving the SDGs.
| Course Code | Course Title | Alignment Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| FA 707 891 | Seminar in Arts and Design | Promotes partnerships (Target 17.16) by requiring students to engage with and present on the latest research, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and collaboration. |