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This industry relevant postgraduate qualification will give you with a competitive advantage when seeking professional employment.Our teaching staff are professional designers, so the curriculum is industry-relevant and mostly practical in nature. You will also work alongside world-class researchers in design1 when you embark on an individual research project as part of your studies.This hands-on postgraduate qualification will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the innovative, changing world of design. You will study emerging trends and technologies, contemporary design issues, design thinking methodologies, qualitative research practices and sustainability.This degree explores the intricacies of product design, further building on your existing knowledge and skill set. You will develop the tools and techniques to investigate and analyse human centred design problems and develop techniques to manage complex design projects. You will also develop knowledge and skills in design thinking principles and practices as they are applied to industrial design projects. Emerging materials and processing technologies will be covered, as will manufacturing, technical skills and 3D design.Human centred research and design thinking processes as applied to industrial design problems is at the core of your experience. It involves using various techniques to investigate design problems, come to a deep understanding of the context, and then develop and implement innovative and appropriate solutions for the problem. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available
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Location |
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2024 |
Adelaide |
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2024 |
Adelaide |
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2025 |
Adelaide |
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2025 |
Adelaide |
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2026 |
Adelaide |
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2026 |
Adelaide |
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Entry requirements for University of South Australia
Successful completion of a Bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution, or equivalent, in a related discipline. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.
Applicants who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Design from the University of South Australia are eligible to enter and are not required to submit a portfolio of work and statement of intent.
Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) degree in a related discipline are eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full time study or equivalent part time study. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.
IELTS total [6.5] IELTS reading [6.0] IELTS writing [6.0].TOEFL PBT- 577 with TWE of 4.5. TOEFL IBT - 79 with Reading and Writing not less than 18.
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0
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