I-SHOU UNIVERSITYDepartment of Visual Arts and Design

Kaohsiung x Culture x Technology x Art: Five advantages for freshmen in the Department of Visual Arts and Design at I-Shou University

As an important AI center in Asia, Kaohsiung's Asia Bay District is at a critical juncture where artificial intelligence (AI) and cultural and creative industries converge, bringing unlimited possibilities for the city's future development. Nvidia's presence in Taiwan has further promoted Kaohsiung to become an important hub for AI innovation and application. The global AI wave is sweeping across all industries. This advantage has provided unprecedented development opportunities for Kaohsiung's cultural and creative industries, especially in the fields of content creation, digital art, image design and entertainment industries, which can better connect with the international market.

The first advantage: rich cultural resources and application opportunities

As an important cultural and creative arts base in Taiwan, Kaohsiung has a variety of art galleries, creative markets, cultural festivals and other resources. Students can easily participate in various art activities in Kaohsiung City, such as the performances at the Pier-2 Art Center and the creative market at Penglai Pier. During their studies, they can directly connect with rich cultural resources and enhance their practical experience in cultural creation.

Second advantage: Strengthen internship and practice in the cultural and creative industry chain

Kaohsiung's cultural and creative industries and design industries are booming, providing more opportunities for local internships and industry collaborations. Students can participate in design and creative practices early and develop professional skills. Through close connection with the industrial chain, they can adapt to market demands more quickly and be fully prepared for the future workplace.

The third advantage: Two-way enhancement of cultural and creative resource integration and visual creative creation

Kaohsiung is home to many art and cultural institutions, and students can not only use these resources to inspire inspiration, but also find opportunities for collaboration and promote their art and design works to a wider audience. This creative atmosphere makes the works more influential and enhances the value of creative achievements.

Fourth advantage: a global expansion platform for local art and culture

Kaohsiung actively promotes international connections in the cultural and creative arts, such as the Kaohsiung Film Festival and the Pier-2 International Arts Festival, providing students with opportunities to showcase their works and communicate with international artists. These platforms enable students to broaden their horizons, absorb cross-border cultural creativity, and enhance the global vision and competitiveness of their works.

Fifth advantage: Creative use of urban art and public space

Kaohsiung attaches great importance to the innovative application of art in public spaces and has many public spaces with a strong sense of design, providing students with creative experimental venues, such as harborside art installations or urban public art design projects, to enhance students' understanding and operation of public art. This not only improves design capabilities, but also provides practical experience in integrating art into life and expands the social value of design.