At the College of Fine Arts and Design (CFAD), University of Sharjah, industry leaders seeking to engage with our students are welcomed. Our dynamic academic community, characterized by creativity and teamwork, reflects our steadfast dedication to quality and excellence. Our goal is to provide students with the resources and tools they require to excel in pursuit of art and design, with their needs at the forefront of our endeavors. 

We actively encourage industry figures to connect with our students, offering them invaluable insights and hands-on experience. Through collaborative projects and partnerships with leading professionals and organizations, students have the opportunity to gain practical knowledge and expertise that shall prepare them for success in the workplace. Join us at CFAD for a transformative educational journey, where industry collaboration fosters innovative thinking and exceptional performance in the realm of creativity. Choose CFAD and let us collaborate to shape the future of art and design together. 

Faculty and Student Projects

Dynamic interactions between faculty and students are highly valued at CFAD. By fusing theoretical knowledge with practical application, these partnerships improve education and foster creativity and innovation. Our faculty's and students' projects center on contemporary issues and practical challenges in a range of disciplines, including art history and museum studies, fashion and textiles design, graphic design and multimedia, interior and furniture design, and visual arts. We ensure that our students receive essential practical experience through relationships with notable personalities in the industry. This equips them to flourish in the competitive world of art and design and make substantial contributions to the creative sector. 

Some of our leading projects include: 

• Study initiatives: Partner with Sheraa and other professional entities to immerse students in professional workshops that enhance the knowledge of how the creative fields are changing in today's global world and promote entrepreneurial endeavors that propels advancement and creativity in the industry. 
• Original projects: Engage with Sharjah Sustainable City, Dubai Police and Qasimi-London to provide real-world applications for critical thinking and creative problem-solving that challenge conventional standards in the fields of art and design. 
• Local involvement initiatives: Work in partnership with Arada, Sharjah Art Foundation, Sharjah Institute for Heritage, and Sharjah Museums Authority to provide sustainable solutions that improve artistic expression and enrich societies for future generations. 

At the College of Fine Arts and Design, we place a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary initiatives where academic theory with real-world application seamlessly join to create new knowledge and opportunities. These collaborations cultivate inventiveness and originality, equipping learners for pragmatic obstacles. See some of our most successful instances by scrolling below. 

Collaborate With Us

We invite you to join us at the College of Fine Arts and Design. By connecting with us, you can: 

• Collaborate with our talented students and leverage faculty expertise to drive innovation in your organization. 
• Engage in meaningful projects that address real-world challenges and opportunities. 
• Expand your network and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a difference. 

Our Partners

Our College is proud to collaborate with a diverse range of corporate partners. These partnerships are instrumental in advancing research, providing real-world experiences for our students, and fostering connections between academia and industry. Discover our esteemed corporate partners below.