Master of Design (Strategic Design)
Interdisciplinary design master’s programme blending work-integrated learning, sustainability, and stakeholder collaboration.
Best for:Best for designers, strategists, and interdisciplinary professionals aiming to develop stakeholder collaboration and sustainability-focused solutions through hands-on, industry-driven projects.
Overview
The Master of Design (Strategic Design) at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a hands-on, project-based programme that merges real-world industry partnerships with immersive workshops and studios. Students engage in capstone projects with QUT’s guest enterprises, developing intermediation skills to bridge diverse stakeholders while addressing ethical decision-making and sustainability challenges. The curriculum emphasises practical application through assignments, fostering adaptability and interdisciplinary problem-solving. Ideal for designers, strategists, and innovators seeking to drive socially responsible and collaborative solutions in complex environments.
What you'll do
- Participate in immersive workshops and studios to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world design challenges.
- Engage in capstone projects collaboratively with QUT’s guest enterprises to develop practical solutions.
- Develop intermediation skills to facilitate cooperation between diverse stakeholders for mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Explore ethical decision-making frameworks and sustainability principles in design processes.
- Apply learning through real-world assignments that mirror complex, interdisciplinary projects.
- Collaborate with industry partners to refine design strategies and solutions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Design, Architecture, Business, or a related field (requirements may vary by country)
Language: English proficiency (requirements may vary by country)
Instruction: English
- Experience or interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ability to work in project-based and team-oriented environments
- Basic proficiency in design software or tools (if applicable)
- Requirements may vary depending on country of origin or residency
- No specific age or nationality restrictions mentioned
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Applicants must submit their application through QUT’s official portal. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and provide all required documents, including academic transcripts and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Follow the instructions on the QUT application page for detailed submission guidelines.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (if required)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Resume or curriculum vitae
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