Art and Design Graduate Program (Master's Degree / Proficiency in Arts)

The Graduate Program in Art and Design offers a research-oriented and interdisciplinary learning environment that brings together diverse artistic and design practices. Through master's and proficiency in art programs, students are encouraged to develop original ideas by integrating creative practice, critical thinking, and scholarly research.

Recognising that contemporary art and design extend beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries, the program supports innovative research across visual arts, design, digital technologies, new media, sustainability, and cultural studies. Students are encouraged to explore emerging fields, experiment with new methods, and develop projects that respond to contemporary social, cultural, and technological challenges.

The curriculum combines studio-based practice with theoretical inquiry, enabling students to establish their own research agendas while engaging with interdisciplinary collaboration. The program aims to educate artists, designers, and researchers who contribute to contemporary knowledge through creative and research-driven practice.

Program History
The Graduate Program in Art and Design offers master's and proficiency in art education within the Graduate School of Fine Arts at Akdeniz University. Designed as an interdisciplinary platform, the program brings together graduates from different artistic and design backgrounds to foster collaborative research and creative production.

Educational Philosophy and Objectives
The program is founded on the belief that artistic creation and academic research are complementary processes. It encourages experimental thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and creative inquiry while supporting students in developing original research and innovative artistic or design practices.

Students are expected to produce independent work that reflects critical engagement with contemporary issues and contributes to the evolving relationship between art, design, technology, and society.

Research Focus
Interdisciplinary Art and Design
Artistic Research
Design Research
Experimental Practices
Digital Art and New Media
Sustainable Design
Visual Culture
Creative Technologies
Public Art and Social Design
Artificial Intelligence in Art and Design

Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue careers as academics, researchers, independent artists, designers, creative directors, project coordinators, consultants, and cultural practitioners. They are equipped to work across universities, creative industries, museums, galleries, cultural institutions, public organizations, and interdisciplinary research environments while also developing independent artistic and design practices.

Academic Stuff
Assoc. Prof. Handan DAYI (Head of Dept.)
Assoc. Prof. Kemal TİZGÖL
Assoc. Prof. Kamuran Özlem SARNIÇ
Prof. Dr. Fatih BAŞBUĞ
Assoc. Prof. Hanife Neris YÜKSEL
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zuhal BAŞBUĞ
Assist. Prof. Dr. Enver GÜNER