welcome to National Central University

The symposium welcomes topics covering art history, art theory, and visual culture. We sincerely invite master's and doctoral students nationwide to submit their research and participate, expanding academic perspectives and fostering meaningful dialogue.
 
This year’s theme, “Territorial Quest,” encourages participants to explore, challenge, and transcend existing boundaries within their fields through critical reflection and academic writing, ultimately carving out a space where their ideas can flourish freely. Submissions in English are encouraged as well, in the hope of promoting deeper intercultural exchange through diverse linguistic approaches to art studies.
 
Submission Requirements

• Paper title
• Abstract in Chinese or English (max. 500 words)
• Keywords for the Thesis (max. six keywords)
• Full paper to be submitted upon acceptance

 
Eligibility
Master’s and doctoral students, as well as young alumni who graduated within the past three years (i.e., after 2022), from departments nationwide related to art history and visual culture.
 
Submission Method
Before the submission deadline, fill out the [Submission Registration Form] and upload a PDF containing your paper title, abstract, and keywords.
Once your abstract is reviewed and accepted, you will be asked to submit the full paper by the designated deadline.
Submission Registration Form: https://forms.gle/ai6HLUaZ2V5THcYZ6
 
 
Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: Sunday, June 22, 2025
• Notification of Review Results: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: Sunday, September 21, 2025
• Symposium Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025, 09:00–17:30

 
Venue
International Conference Hall, College of Liberal Arts I
National Central University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
 
Important Notes

• Anonymous peer review will be employed. Only accepted papers will be scheduled for presentation.
• Notifications will be sent via email, so please ensure the email address provided is accurate.

 
Organizer & Contact Info
Graduate Institute of Art Studies, National Central University / Student Association
Email: ncugraduatesymposium@gmail.com
Phone: (03) 422-7151 ext. 33650
Address: Graduate Institute of Art Studies, No. 300, Zhongda Rd., Zhongli Dist., Taoyuan City 32001, Taiwan
 
Co-organizers

• Graduate Institute of Art Studies, National Central University
• Graduate Institute of Art History, National Taiwan Normal University
• Department of Fine Arts (Art History and Visual Culture Division), Taipei National University of the Arts
• Institute of Visual Studies, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University