Introduction to Kyoto Saga University of Arts

Overview

Established in 1971, renamed Saga University of Arts in April 2017.

Type: Private University in Japan

Abbreviation: "Sagabi"

English name: Kyoto Saga University of Arts

Location: Located in Sagagoto-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Japan, the specific address is: 〒616-8501 1-1 Sagagoto-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture.

Number of students: About 1,000 (as of the latest data).

Educational philosophy

Saga University of Arts has the educational philosophy of "cultivating talents with high artistic literacy and creativity through the integration of tradition and innovation". The school emphasizes that students should not only master solid professional knowledge of art, but also have good humanistic literacy and social responsibility. The school is committed to cultivating professional talents who can promote the development of art for society through education and research.

Disciplines

Faculty of Arts:

Modeling Discipline

Design Discipline

Tourism Design Discipline

Specialized Courses

Modeling Discipline:

Painting Major: Teach traditional painting techniques and modern painting skills, and cultivate professionals with painting creation ability.

Sculpture Major: Teach sculpture theory and practice, and cultivate professionals with sculpture creation ability.

Printmaking Major: Teach printmaking technology and creation methods, and cultivate professionals with printmaking creation ability.

Design Discipline:

Graphic Design Major: Teach graphic design theory and practice, and cultivate professionals with graphic design ability.

Illustration Major: Teach illustration technology and creation methods, and cultivate professionals with illustration creation ability.

Character Design Major: Teach character design theory and practice, and cultivate professionals with character design ability.

Life Product Dyeing and Weaving Major: Teach life product design and dyeing and weaving technology, and cultivate professionals with life product design and dyeing and weaving ability.

Tourism Design Discipline: Teach tourism design theory and practice, and cultivate professionals with tourism planning and design ability.

This discipline is unique nationwide and is a major feature of Saga University of Art.

Teaching facilities

Classrooms: Equipped with advanced teaching equipment and multimedia facilities.

Studios: Provide special studios for students to create and design art.

Laboratories: Provide special laboratories for students to conduct experiments and practical exercises.

Library: Rich in books, providing various professional books and journals.

Computer room: Equipped with high-performance computers and professional software to support students in digital design and production.

Internship facilities: Cooperate with many companies and art institutions to provide internship opportunities.

Exhibition space: Provide special exhibition space to display student works and hold art exhibitions.

Campus life

Student clubs: The school has many student clubs, including art clubs, cultural clubs, sports clubs, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life.

Campus activities: Regularly hold cultural festivals, art exhibitions, academic seminars and other activities to enhance students' teamwork and social skills.

Ranking

Comprehensive ranking of private art universities in Japan: Saga University of Art ranks relatively high among private art universities in Japan, especially in the Kansai region.

Ranking in specific fields:

Modeling discipline: Saga University of Art ranks prominently in the fields of painting, sculpture and printmaking.

Design discipline: Saga University of Art also has a high evaluation in the fields of graphic design, illustration, character design and dyeing and weaving of living products.

Sightseeing Design Discipline: Unique and highly evaluated nationwide.

Contact information

Address: 1-1, Saga Goto-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Prefecture, 616-8501

Tel: +81-75-862-2111

Fax: +81-75-862-2112

Email: info@saga-u.ac.jp

Employment support

Career Development Center: Provides students with employment guidance and internship opportunities to help them enter the workplace smoothly.

Corporate cooperation: Established cooperative relationships with many companies and art institutions to provide students with internship and employment opportunities.

The latest data shows that the employment rate of graduates of the school is over 85%.

Internationalization

International Exchange: The school actively promotes international exchanges and has established cooperative relations with universities in many countries and regions, providing students with abundant overseas study opportunities.

Language Support: Provide Japanese and English support for international students to help them better adapt to study and life.

Featured Projects

Internship Projects: The school cooperates with many companies and art institutions to provide students with abundant internship opportunities and help students apply theoretical knowledge to practical work.

Community Service: Encourage students to participate in community art activities and cultivate students' sense of social responsibility and practical ability.