Objectives

1 To maintain and develop high quality education in the disciplines and professional practice of its art and design activities. In particular to:

• provide high quality studio education for the professional practice of studio disciplines;
• provide high quality education in aesthetic, historical, theoretical and contextual, critical and cultural issues;
• provide a sound understanding of the disciplines which underlay professional and studio practice;
• provide a high standard of professional training and education to enable graduates to achieve successful career or practice outcomes;
• cover the range of major disciplines and sub-specialisations within art and design's current and developing domain.

3 To undertake practice/research within its disciplines, to the highest professional standards and to extend knowledge within its disciplines.

4 To research and develop knowledge about human needs in relation to the outcomes of art and design activity, and the research and practice process used to undertake them.

5 To disseminate knowledge about art and design, art and design education, research and practice to students, the art and design professions, the community, industry and government.

6 To maintain close contact with the external community, culture and commerce in respect of its disciplines.

7 To promote Monash as a major centre for art and design.