PROGRAMME STANDARDS: ART AND DESIGN - MQA

[PROGRAMME STANDARDS: ART AND DESIGN] 2012
iii. develop advanced skills in research methodology, in documentation,
description, appraisals and analysis of evidence and problems;
iv. produce works that are at the forefront of their area of specialization and
undertake initiatives for continuing professional development;
v. design and promote innovative products with an awareness of trends, socio-
cultural and industry needs through appropriate research approaches; and
vi. act and perform effectively with professional ethics to be leaders or managers
as well as effective team members through research, creative and innovation
activities.
DOCTORAL DEGREE
At the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:
i. demonstrate advanced scholarship and critical investigation and evaluation
skills in their areas of research;
ii. contribute independent and original ideas that broaden the boundary of
knowledge;
iii. make critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new ideas;
iv. present research findings in accordance with international publication
standards;
v. undertake, supervise and lead further researches professionally and ethically;
and
vi. integrate the impact of academic knowledge into creative industry needs,
emerging trends and visual culture.
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