【Article by GCIT】
Master’s Program in Global Communication and Innovation Technology (GCIT) at National Chengchi University (NCCU) organized an off-campus visit on April 20 to the TSMC Museum of Innovation, Yingge Old Street, and the New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum. Integrated with the required course “Between Tradition and Modernity: Comparing Cases of Taiwan and Other Asian Countries,” the program fostered a dialogue between technological innovation and traditional culture, putting into practice an interdisciplinary approach that connects local heritage with cutting-edge technology.
The visit began at the TSMC Museum of Innovation, where the exhibition is organized into three main sections: “Innovation is Everywhere,” “Unleashing Innovation,” and “Dr. Morris Chang, Founder of TSMC.”
Through interactive technologies and digital displays, students came to understand how integrated circuits are deeply embedded in modern society, not only accelerating the shift toward faster, more convenient digital communication but also continuously expanding the boundaries of technological progress.
Reflecting on the immersive VR experience, students remarked: "The virtual scenarios vividly demonstrated the boundless possibilities of future smart living, effectively transforming abstract technical concepts into concrete imaginative applications." This visit sparked profound reflection among faculty and students regarding future technological integration and media storytelling.
Beyond technological innovation, the program also incorporated visits to Yingge Old Street and the Yingge Ceramics Museum as sites of cultural practice. Students examined the evolution of traditional craftsmanship within a contemporary context, analyzing how the ceramics industry has transformed from meeting everyday needs to shaping local aesthetics.
At the museum, they explored the integration of modern architectural language with a thousand-year narrative of ceramic art. Through this comparative engagement between industry practice and systematic interpretation, students deepened their understanding of Taiwan’s cultural context while critically reflecting on the relationship between tradition and modernity within broader Asian perspectives.
By interweaving technological and cultural sites, the program achieved a meaningful balance between transformation and tradition. It not only enhanced students’ understanding of Taiwan’s developmental trajectory but also exemplified GCIT’s commitment to interdisciplinary, experiential learning and the cultivation of a global perspective.


【全球傳播與創新科技碩士學位學程獲文化部與教育部高等教育深耕計畫補助。】