Master of Design
A postgraduate programme focused on advancing design practice through theory, innovation, and strategic leadership.
Best for:Best for design professionals and graduates seeking to advance their leadership capabilities and strategic design expertise.
Overview
The Master of Design at Curtin University is a postgraduate coursework programme designed to deepen professional design practice. Students engage with a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical applications in emerging fields such as experience, social, and speculative design. The curriculum also emphasizes leadership, entrepreneurship, and design-led innovation to prepare graduates for strategic roles in the creative industries. Applicants are expected to bring relevant academic or professional experience to the course.
What you'll do
- Engage with theoretical and practical units in contemporary design fields.
- Develop advanced capabilities in experience, social, and speculative design.
- Apply design-led innovation strategies to complex problems.
- Cultivate leadership and entrepreneurial skills relevant to the design sector.
- Participate in coursework focused on design strategy and professional practice.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor degree in Design or a cognate area, or equivalent professional work experience.
Degree offered: Master of Design
Language: English proficiency as required by the university for international students.
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in design or related creative disciplines.
- Professional experience in design or cognate areas for non-degree holders.
- Ability to engage with advanced design theory and practice.
- Possession of a Bachelor degree in Design or cognate area.
- Alternatively, relevant professional work experience in Design or cognate areas.
- Applicants with non-cognate backgrounds must contact the Course Coordinator.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official Curtin University course page to review specific entry requirements and submission procedures. Those with non-standard backgrounds or work experience should contact the Course Coordinator directly for guidance.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of professional experience (if applicable)
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