Research
The research at Konstfack is characterised by the interaction of artistic and practical standpoints with scientific perspectives.
"Tracing common ground of human and lithic bodies" (Petra Lilja & Anette Vaering)
Photo: Benjamin Buch-Andersen
At Konstfack research is conducted within the areas of design, arts, crafts, visual communication and arts and crafts education.
Research environment
Konstfack integrates specialized workshops with a vibrant intellectual atmosphere. This unique environment provides unique conditions for research, and the research at Konstfack combines the practices of making and creating with scientific perspectives.
PhD programme
Since 2023, Konstfack has been offering third-cycle (doctoral) education on an artistic basis, focusing on the field of visual art, design, and spatial practices. The university also hosts doctoral students in educational sciences, admitted through HDK-Valand at the University of Gothenburg and Åbo Akademi. In addition, there are doctoral candidates enrolled in the 'Art, Technology and Design' program, which is run in collaboration with KTH Royal Institute of Technology.
Education and Research Strategy
Research is conducted in five different research areas.
Konstfack's research platforms are networks where researchers collaborate across disciplinary boundaries. Together, they explore shared themes and...
Artistic research has its foundation in the exploratory and experience-based practices within the artistic field.
Konstfack's research leaders work with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and the Director of Doctoral Studies to continually develop the research...
Konstfack offers third-cycle education on an artistic basis and also has doctoral students in educational sciences through collaborations.
Externally funded research projects at Konstfack.
Digital publishing platform for research.
Research Seminars are a platform for continuous exchange on matters pertaining to research at Konstfack. The seminars are open to the public and ta...
One-day seminars on research ideas and future research projects.
Konstfack Research Week is an annual event highlighting research in Art, Craft, Design, Interior Architecture, Visual Communication and Visual...
A hub to navigate to unexplored regions between art, technology and design.