Master of Design (Strategic Design)
Master of Design (Strategic Design)
Highlights This course is a career-focused learning experience that will equip you with advanced knowledge in strategic design tailored for experienced design professionals looking to further their education, or those from other backgrounds looking to gain a design qualification. Lead the creation of holistic and sustainable solutions that address complex…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Highlights
This course is a career-focused learning experience that will equip you with advanced knowledge in strategic design tailored for experienced design professionals looking to further their education, or those from other backgrounds looking to gain a design qualification.
Lead the creation of holistic and sustainable solutions that address complex challenges while driving meaningful change within a range of contexts such as social services, health, advanced manufacturing and infrastructure
Apply design methodologies to develop products and services through connecting design, creativity, community engagement, and corporate social responsibility.
Experience site excursions, industry guest lectures and projects with corporate partners such as the BMW Group + QUT Design Academy, ARM Hub, and Queensland Health, including the Herston Bio fabrication Institute and Clinical Excellence Queensland.
Graduates from this course can qualify for admission into higher degree research programs such as a PhD.
Why choose this course?
More organisations recognise the value of strategic design in driving business success and fostering innovation, and employers are looking for professionals who can apply lateral thinking skills and design approaches to solve complex problems and create innovative, ethical solutions.
QUT is ranked globally in the top 100 universities for art and design (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023), and number one in Queensland. This course was developed to not only acknowledge your existing skills, but to enhance your capabilities so you can tackle complex challenges, drive innovation, and create positive, lasting impacts in a diverse range of career settings. You’ll be an adaptable strategist with competitive leadership and prudent decision-making skills in the global and fast evolving industry landscape.
Many of our teaching staff are also award-winning professors, accomplished researchers and industry leaders. They bring the latest insights from their fields of study and practice to the classroom, creating an authentic learning environment.
Careers and outcomes
There is increasing market demand for education that equips people with strategic design capabilities to work as leaders solving innovation problems for industry, government and communities. Healthcare, manufacturing, design services, government services, energy and social services are just some of the sectors where innovation is needed and employment for strategic designers is growing. Graduates of the Master of Design (Strategic Design) program are equipped to work in a wide range of industries and sectors due to their diverse skill set and deep understanding of critical design thinking and strategy. You’ll play a crucial role in identifying emerging opportunities, addressing complex challenges, and driving forward-thinking solutions.
Professional recognition
This course is a Design Institute of Australia Recognised Course. Graduates meet the educational eligibility requirements to become a DIA Accredited Designer, with benefits including business support and mentoring, full access to practice notes, and development programs.
Possible careers
Design director
Design educator
Design researcher
Design thinking facilitator
Entrepreneur
Innovation consultant
Principal design strategist
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
