OUR HISTORY

  • 2010

     

    3D-Based Communication Design

    The Faculty of Architecture, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, established a Bachelor of Fine and Applied Arts program with a major in 3D-Based Communication Design. The program received approval from the Commission on Higher Education on August 20, 2009. This four-year program was developed from the Graphic Design and Packaging Design group in the Department of Industrial Design, taught by qualified professors and experts in both industrial and multimedia design. The goal of the program is to produce graduates with a broad understanding of design, capable of creating multimedia designs, integrating knowledge related to communication design, human factors, and marketing principles. The graduates are expected to contribute beneficial designs to society, guided by ethical and moral standards. The program admitted its first batch of students in the academic year 2010, with an intake of 30 students.

  • 2011

    Thailand Qualification Framework (TQF)

    In the year 2011, there was a revision and enhancement of the curriculum to ensure completeness according to the Thailand Qualifications Framework (TQF) standards. This included adding details regarding the six aspects of learning standards, adjusting and adding courses, changing the names of certain courses, modifying course descriptions, and updating the list of faculty members. These changes were made to align with the TQF standards, and the curriculum has been implemented accordingly since 2011. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of the institute’s missions with teaching management in every course. It promotes research and development in the field of multimedia design and academic services that meet societal needs. The curriculum aims to nurture and preserve cultural heritage, strive for academic excellence in arts and design, and produce ethical and high-quality graduates who can apply their knowledge to further develop Thai design work.

    2011

  • 2017

    Outcome-Based Education (OBE)

    In the academic year 2017 (2560 B.E.), there was a curriculum revision using the principles of Outcome-Based Education (OBE), focusing on the importance of learners. The curriculum was designed with reference to Bloom’s Taxonomy theory to meet the needs of stakeholders, including alumni and graduates from the Multimedia Design program. The curriculum development also considered the expertise and needs of faculty members, the philosophy, vision, and mission of the Faculty of Architecture, as well as the Thai Qualifications Framework and professional standards of the field.

  • 2021

    3D-Based Communication Design & Integrated Media

    In the academic year 2021 (2564 B.E.), the curriculum underwent further improvements based on feedback from stakeholders and a comparison with similar international programs. The content, teaching methods, and assessment were systematically adjusted to align with the Outcome-Based Education approach. Additionally, the program’s name was changed to “3D-Based Communication Design and Integrated Media” to better communicate with stakeholders and reflect the program’s identity clearly.

    The continuous improvement and development of the curriculum aim to promote learners’ ability to integrate knowledge, connect with life, and adapt to the changing world. The teaching approach combines various knowledge areas, instills lifelong learning skills, and prepares learners for continuous learning throughout their lives.

     

    2021

  • 2025

     

    Experience Design for Integrated Media

    In 2025, the program plans to fully change its name to “Experience Design for Integrated Media.” This change centers around experience design as an academic principle of the program since 2010. The program collected valuable feedback from stakeholders, including current students, teachers, alumni, and industry experts. It benchmarked against similar international programs, revising the Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) and the Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) and program structure and content to ensure alignment with educational philosophy and stakeholder needs.