99 Moo 9, Thapho, Mueang, Phitsanulok 65000, Thailand
TH
Naresuan University Faculty of Architecture
Faculty of Architecture, Art and Design Naresuan University

Doctor of Fine and Applied Arts Program in Art and Design

D.F.A. (Art and Design)
3 Years
Duration
12 Students
Per Year
50,000 THB
Per Semester
Creative
Art / Design / Innovation
Contact for more information
055-962494
nan25_2529@hotmail.com
Program Highlights: Creative research in art and design. Creating new knowledge or innovation grounded in local art, culture, and wisdom. Cross-disciplinary integration. Available in Thai and English. Accepts Thai and international students.

Philosophy

“To produce Doctor of Fine Arts graduates who integrate art and design knowledge and skills in cooperation with creative research methodologies for contributing a new cross-disciplinary knowledge on the foundation of local art and culture with responsibility for society and economic situations in both local and international contexts.”

Significance

The revised doctoral curriculum in Art and Design has been developed in accordance with the 20-Year National Strategy, the National Economic and Social Development Plan, and the Naresuan University 15-Year Long-Term Development Plan. The curriculum emphasizes learning through the analysis and evaluation of art and design works via creative research processes, research question formulation for development, collaboration with external networks, cross-disciplinary integration in teaching and learning, and the creation of art and design innovation for community and social benefit.

The curriculum focuses on 4 learning outcomes: Breadth of Knowledge (cross-disciplinary integration across departments, faculties, universities, and external organizations), Depth of Knowledge (creative research skills following proper methodology and hands-on experiential learning), Internationalization (international standards and cross-cultural exchange), and Art, Design, or Innovation for Quality of Life Improvement of people and society.

Program Objectives

  • To produce an artist or designer with knowledge and skills in applying academic knowledge for systematically creating their works or innovation in art and design
  • To produce an artist or designer with abilities to create a new knowledge or a new approach of creation in the field of art and design
  • To produce an artist or designer with abilities to accomplish theoretical information together with statistical analysis related to the creation of art or design, and to communicate across disciplines
  • To produce an artist or designer with teamwork skills and appropriately responsible for society, culture, environment, and other emerging phenomena

Career Paths

1
Lecturer / Educator
2
Art & Design Professional
3
Academic with Art & Design Expertise
4
Researcher with Art & Design Expertise
5
Other Related Professions

Expected Learning Outcomes (ELO)

ELO1
Critically analyze the relationship between humans, society, or other environmental factors that affect the creation and existence of art and design works, linking to aesthetics, behavioral science, and history
ELO2
Demonstrate the use of fundamental principles of art, culture, wisdom, local resources, and interdisciplinary knowledge integration for creating art and design works that align with contemporary lifestyles and cultural diversity
ELO3
Design creative research methodologies to analyze relevant contextual data, define requirements, solve problems, and extend existing theories or create new theories for art or design creation, or create innovation that meets intended objectives
ELO4
Evaluate factors affecting the production process, leading to efficient approaches for designing and producing fine art works, products, packaging, or innovative media according to international standards appropriate to economic, social, cultural, or current phenomena
ELO5
Present theoretical arguments and communicate concepts in art or design being studied, using effective tools and methods for presentation at local, national, and international levels
ELO6
Conduct work ethically in accordance with professional codes of conduct for artists or designers, demonstrate leadership, responsibility, and respect for differing opinions in teamwork

Program Committee