1. Q: How will the research be supervised? Do I need to approach local stores independently? 研究會怎樣進行？我需要自己去聯繫本地老店嗎？A: The pairing process with mentors and local stores will be facilitated. The selected stores are already secured and will be announced later on the website. You will be assigned a mentor who shares similar interests and expertise in your chosen medium. 導師與老店的配對將由我們協助安排。參與計劃的店舖已經確定，並稍後會在網站公佈。參加計劃後，你會被分配到一位跟你興趣和專業領域相近的導師。
2. Do I need to create work directly responding to the store I’m researching? 我的創作是否必須直接回應所研究的老店？Each group will be paired with a shop to initiate their project, using it as a starting point for exploration. Your project has the potential to expand beyond the shop, delving into its history, industry, or trade narrative to create a broader perspective. 每組都會配對一間老店，作為項目的起點，進行更深入的探索。但參與者的創作不一定要局限於這些店舖，可以延伸到它的歷史、行業背景或相關的故事，從而產生更廣闊的視角與敘事。
3. Is it mandatory to work with art technology? What mediums are accepted? Can I focus on another medium while incorporating art technology? 是否必須使用藝術科技進行創作？接受哪些媒介？可以以其他媒介為主，輔以藝術科技嗎？Art technology encompasses a broad approach to both the creative process and conceptual thinking. The SATA school adopts a cross-disciplinary approach, and technology is not required to be part of the final outcome. For example, technology could be used as a research tool for data collection or other purposes. 我們設定的框架很廣，涵蓋創作媒介和理論上的批判性參與。SATA 學校鼓勵跨領域的創作方式，因此最終作品不一定需要包含科技演示結果。例如，科技亦可作為輔助工具，例如用於資料蒐集、研究或其他創作階段中的應用。
4. Do I need advanced technical skills? Will mentors provide support for project creation? 需要進階的電腦知識與技能嗎？導師會幫忙協助項目嗎？We seek applicants who are open-minded and curious about art and technology from both practical and theoretical perspectives. Support will be provided, including technical workshops, lectures, and tutorials from international guest speakers to assist with your project development. 我們歡迎對藝術與科技有好奇心與開放心態的參與者，不論是理論或實踐層面。項目期間將提供多方面的支援，例如技術工作坊、海外講者講座，以及導師的一對一指導，協助你完成創作。
5. How much time is allocated for the research process, and how much for completing the project?  研究與創作各佔多少時間？The timeline varies depending on the mentor group but typically spans 2–3 months for research. You will have sufficient time to create the final work, guided by a schedule managed by your mentor. 具體時間安排依導師及小組進度而定，但一般而言，研究階段約為 2 至 3 個月，之後將有充分時間進行作品創作，並由導師協助您按進度完成。
6. What should I include in the intention statement? 在申請表中，意向書應包含哪些內容？Your intention statement should express your expectations and interests in the program. This helps us understand how to tailor the program to your needs and determine which mentor would be the best match for you. 意向書應說明您對本計劃的期望與個人興趣，幫助我們更了解您的創作方向與需求，並據此安排最合適的導師與資源支援。

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