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Doctor of Philosophy Program in Design Arts (International Program) – DinDA
- The Ph.D. Program in Design Arts (International Program) DinDA is a postgraduate program established in 2008 under the Faculty of Decorative Arts of Silpakorn University. DinDA is the first Ph.D. International program in Design Arts in Silpakorn University and in Thailand. The program is located in Wang Tha Phra Campus and Taling Chan. Establishment of an international postgraduate program is the main task of the faculty followed by providing academic services and strengthening the research network and outputs for art and design research to promote a knowledge-based society with moral, professional ethics and creative economy in contemporary culture. Mission is to educate designers and scholars in the field of art and design who have sufficient knowledge and expertise in a certain design discipline. The Ph.D. program is capable of doing research, exploring and integrating different fields of design as well as other disciplines such as sciences and engineering to be compatible with current technology, social in creating new bodies of knowledge including the work of art and design in international programs at high-level philosophy.
- Until now (March 2025), the program has produced 86 Ph.D. graduates who were from 10 countries, including China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, Taiwan, England, India and Thailand. Research conducted by our students and lecturers is regularly published in both local journals (Thai Journal Citation Index Centre) and international journals (indexed in Scopus). Many alumni have earned recognition as award winning researchers and designers, both nationally and internationally
Philosophy
- Academic achievement through outcome-based education. Arts and culture integration, creative aesthetic, and innovative society enhancement for sustainable society following the SDGs. (Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all)
Program objectives
- To enhance researchers, designers, and design scholars in facilitating innovation through art and design research in multicultural settings of East Asia, Southeast Asia, Chinese and Indian philosophy, in the forms of body of knowledge and new theories of art and design.
- To stimulate and promote an academic environment for conducting research and study art and design leading to developing new bodies of knowledge at both national and international level.
- To encourage designers and scholars to keep abreast of development and current issues that will be a major driving force behind the development of academic and design professionals to promote a knowledge-based society with moral, professional ethics, and creative economy in contemporary culture.
How to apply for admission
Plan 1.1 : total equivalent of 48 credits
- Thesis (equivalent to) 48 credits
- Required courses (non-credit) 12* credits
- Total equivalent 48 credits
Required courses (credits not included)
- 370 601 Advanced Research in Design Arts 3* (2-2-5)
370 602 Seminar in Design Arts 3* (2-2-5)
370 603 Special Topics in Design Arts 6* (3-6-9)
(1) Thesis (equivalent to)
370 621 Thesis equivalent to 48 credits
Plan 1.2 : total equivalent of 72 credits
- Thesis (equivalent to) 72 credits
- Required courses (non-credit) 12* credits
- Total equivalent 72 credits
Required courses (credits not included)
- 370 601 Advanced Research in Design Arts 3* (2-2-5)
370 602 Seminar in Design Arts 3* (2-2-5)
370 603 Special Topics in Design Arts 6* (3-6-9)
(2) Thesis (equivalent to)
370 622 Thesis equivalent to 72 credits
- This program is specifically designed to train researchers, designers, and scholars in conducting high-quality research in the fields of art and design. The course contents for the Ph.D. program integrate required courses, fieldwork research, and thesis. The course is logically structured, sequenced, and integrated throughout the program arranged as modules from basic to advanced courses. The required courses start 1st year; 370 601 Advanced Research in Design Art, 370 602 Seminar in Design Arts and finish in semester 1 of the second year with 370 603 Topics in Design Arts. The program research component is aligned to the expected learning outcome.
- Principle of research methodology, ethic, workshop in advanced design arts research, enhancement experience and knowledge of aesthetic both art history and contemporary, research execution from exchanges of ideas, special design topics, data collection and article writing preparation, taught to all students in the 1st year and semester 1 of the second year along with additional research in design arts methods workshops, exploring Thai cultural and local craft on field trip as well as national collaborative workshops and international conference on design. They allow students from different backgrounds to adjust and adapt themselves to teaching and learning styles of our international program. Seminar in Design Arts and international academic field trip are required courses taught in the semester 1 of the 2nd year. In fieldwork research, students have the opportunity to practice lessons learned from their core courses in designing and conducting individual research with inputs from stakeholders as well as problem solving skills in real situations.
- Students have to pass all 6 credits required courses in 1st year before starting their thesis in 2nd year. Qualifying examination, usually taken in the semester 1 of the 1st year doctoral program, is an assessment method to ensure that the doctoral students have achieved or gained ability to analyze research data, appropriately interpret the analytical outputs, and discuss the findings amidst the evolving state of knowledge. The thesis demonstrates the capability of the student in conducting well-planned research of international standard. A doctoral thesis is the beginning of professionalization for a design art research career. The proposal is prepared and refined in parallel with the progress of the coursework through group discussion before submission for approval by the Committee for Graduate Study of the University by the end of the first year. Data collection is undertaken for a period of 12-18 months approximately in the student’s regular place of work. Final analysis and preparation of the thesis will occupy the final 12-24 months in Silpakorn University to ensure quality of work and success. Each required course in the program provides specific skills, self-directed learning, practice-based learning, practical work, moral, teamwork, communication, life-long learning and career skills through group work, field work, oral presentation and discussion, which are encompassed in all courses of the program.
Parametric design: The development of Algorithms in furniture and Interior design
by Klawkanlayaphon Sawatmongkhonkul
ADVISORS:Prof. Eakachat JoneurairatanaAsst. Prof. Dr. Veerawat Sirivesmas
Technology plays an essential role in the calculation and reduction of errors. In today’s design landscape, various technology programs greatly influence fields such as architecture, interior design, and product design. This is when art and design combine mathematics and science, involving thorough examination and experimentation with organic compounds to develop furniture, and interior design using the parametric method.
TENSEGRITY STRUCTURE: THE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT OF TENSEGRITYSTRUCTURE IN FURNITURE DESIGN
by Visuwat Malai
ADVISORS:Prof. Eakachat JoneurairatanaAsst. Prof. Dr. Veerawat Sirivesmas
This set of work is referred to as innovative tensegrity design, inspired by the pre-existing tensegrity theory. Overcoming limitations, this approach evolved into a new format, offering greater freedom and variety in shaping spaces and forms. Culminating in the development of the c2 tensegrity furniture set, it is characterized by a unique structure that emphasizes minimal compression.
DESIGNING CONTEMPORARY BATIK TIGA NEGERI (THREE-COUNTRIES BATIK) IN PLEATS FOR FASHION DESIGN
by Sandy Rismantojo
ADVISORS:Professor Dr. Eakachat JoneurairatanaAssistant Professor Dr. Veerawat Sirivesmas
Development of contemporary Batik Tiga Negeri. The creative process includes designing and producing the contemporary Batik Tiga Negeri and applying it using digital printing technology and pleating techniques. Subsequently, the results of the experiment were presented in a focus discussion group held in Lasem and attended by batik entrepreneurs. The result of this research is the contemporary Batik Tiga Negeri in Pleats and its derived fashion products with modern values. Therefore, the contemporary Batik Tiga Negeri in Pleats are expected to strengthen the cultural relations between the three countries by respecting each other’s cultures.
About Sandy Rismantojo
Sandy Rismantojo is an assistant professor in the Visual Communication Design department, Faculty of Arts and Design, Universitas Kristen Maranatha (Maranatha Christian University), Bandung, Indonesia. He has much experience in advertising, branding, art, and design related to fashion. His teaching concentration is in the field of fashion graphics. He completed his doctoral studies at DinDa, Silpakorn University, in 2023. Sandy is interested in cultural research focusing on the history and development of batik in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
Applicant qualifications
Plan 1.1 Total equivalent of 48 thesis credits
- Applicants are required to have a master’s degree in Arts or Design. If the applicant has a master’s degree in another field, the applicant ought to possess a distinguished portfolio of Art or Design work but final consideration is at the discretion of the Program Administrative Committee; or
- Have a nationally or internationally recognized portfolio of design work; or at least 20 years of experience in design or in a related field. Final consideration is at the discretion of the Program Administrative Committee.
Plan 1.2 Total equivalent of 72 thesis credits
- Applicantsarerequiredtohaveabachelor’sdegreeinArtorDesignor in a related field granted with honors or with a GPA higher than 3.20; and
- Have a nationally or internationally recognized portfolio of design work; or
- Have at least nine years experience in Design or related field. Admission is subject to the Program Administrative Committee.
Applicants are required to pass one of the English standard tests:
Applicants are required to a minimum English scoring specified by the Committee of Higher Education; or in accordance with Silpakorn University criterion.
Applicants must possess all qualifications required by the Silpakorn University Regulations on Graduate Study, B.E. 2561, Item 6 (Appendix A) and/or which might be changed afterward.
If the applicant has any questions about the applicant’s qualifications, please contact Ms. Jidapa Yungenwadee, telephone +6692 2822 247.
Tuition fees
- 128,000 Baht / Semester