M.F.A. & Ph.D. Division of Conservation Study, Department of Fine Arts, NTNU

The college classification system in Taiwan is divided into four genres, namely the Liberal Arts, Science, Business, and Engineering. It cannot meet the requirement of multidisciplinary subjects such as Conservation Science, due to the insufficient integrated curriculum. Therefore, the RCCCR organized a Post-graduate Credit Program which joined forces with NTNU Department of Fine Arts, Department of Chemistry, and Department of Graphic Arts and Communication. Through the integration of teachers from different departments, along with domestic and foreign experts, we provide courses that are innovative and ground-breaking. Seeking changes in the educational system, paving ways for the cultivation of students in the field of conservation. NTNU provides strong and supportive aids to the center while we committed to the mission to roll out deep-rooted education and special skill training.

From 2015 to 2019, RCCCR applied for the “College of Cultural Heritage, Bureau of Cultural Heritage, Ministry of Culture” project, and launched the first Ph.D. programme in Conservation Science in Taiwan, along with the Certification of the College of Cultural Heritage.

For independent conservators and conservators that are already in the field, we offer the “Advanced Conservation Programme” it is a dual-track, dual certification programme over the span of four years. While enrolled, students will be able to access various science and engineering resources that NTNU offers. International experts and scholars that masters in practices are invited to give lessons. Utilizing the advantages of NTNU’s specialization in multidisciplinary education and RCCCR’s practical experience in conservation to the extent. Charting the blueprint for future fundamental education of conservation science.

From 2020 to 2022, multidisciplinary credit programme for undergraduate students is established, and soon the Master Programme of Conservation Science and Techniques also embarks.