3 Introduction from the Vice-Dean Research & Internationalisation “At FADA, research is a collaborative endeavour – locally grounded and globally connected – driving meaningful, sustainable creativity that shapes our communities and the world beyond.” The year 2024 marked a significant milestone for the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (FADA) with the appointment of its first fulltime Vice-Dean: Research and Internationalisation. This strategic role has enabled the Faculty to drive a more focused, coordinated approach to enhancing research productivity, deepening international engagement, and supporting postgraduate success. At the heart of this renewed focus is the Faculty’s Research Strategy, which seeks to cultivate a sustainable and meaningful research culture grounded in the values of critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration. Central to this strategy is the ‘3Ps’ framework for research productivity: – One project in the pipeline, – One in preparation, and – One in production. This dynamic model applies to both scholarly and creative research outputs and encourages a continuous cycle of activity, growth, and momentum across the Faculty. The 3Ps framework has been supported by a range of initiatives, including mentorship, writing retreats, targeted seminars, funding opportunities, and designated research champions to support academics at every stage of their research journey. FADA also made substantial strides in internationalisation in 2024. The Vice-Dean participated in the Vice-Chancellor’s delegation to the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and later visited the National Institute of Design in India, strengthening Global South partnerships. Faculty members engaged with a range of international institutions through research collaborations, teaching exchanges, and virtual and physical mobility. Notably, 28 students and three staff members travelled to Zimbabwe through the Africa by Bus initiative, and the Faculty hosted inaugural lectures and talks by several distinguished international scholars and visiting professors. Postgraduate development remained a key priority. The Faculty implemented intentional measures to improve postgraduate progression and throughput. These efforts contributed to FADA exceeding its 2024 graduate output targets, despite ongoing sectorwide challenges. Continued efforts are underway to strengthen supervisory support, streamline administrative processes, and enhance the overall postgraduate experience. As we reflect on 2024, it is clear that this year laid strong foundations for the next phase of FADA’s research and international journey—one that is inclusive, collaborative, and future-facing. Professor Neshane Harvey Vice-Dean Research & Internationalisation
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