Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Design Thinking explores design thinking through a theoretical and practical lens, in collaboration with industry‐based clients. Students employ human‐centred design methods from commercial, social and service design perspectives to engage with practical problems and propose possible solutions in a range of production and service contexts.

Contacts

Academic Chair

Admission requirements

Enrolment restrictions
Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements

Learning outcomes

1.
Acquire knowledge of design thinking processes, including researching, prototyping and evaluating systems for commercial and social problems.
2.
Evaluate the role of human‐centered design with a critical and empathetic analysis of a problem.
3.
Apply and adapt a range of design thinking methods and appropriate practical techniques, tools and technologies to manage a project.
4.
Critically engage with new design thinking theory and processes to reframe, employ insights and evaluate commercial and social service issues.
5.
Apply design research methodologies towards the creation of innovative ideas and concepts, including presenting creative and strategic solutions to client‐based problems.