Shanghai Institute of Visual Art, Fudan University (SIVA) is a new art and design institute with independent legal status approved by the Ministry of Education, initiated by Fudan University, Shanghai Media & Entertainment Group, Wenhui-Xinmin United Press Group, Shanghai World-Expo (Group) Co., Ltd., Shanghai Jovian Investment Co., Ltd., Shanghai Jovian Property (Group) Co., Ltd., Shanghai Shenjiao Investment Co., Ltd., and Shanda Interactive Entertainment Co., Ltd.

Aiming to be one of the leading art and design institutes in the world, SIVA adopts a teaching philosophy in line with the latest trends in international visual arts. We strive to produce interdisciplinary artists, designers and management professionals with international vision, creativity, adept skills, and a deep understanding of humanities.