Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for
participation in the module
Bachelor in Sustainable design or similar qualifications.
Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
A student who has been through the module:
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- has knowledge of the complexities and interrelations between
product/service/system development and business development when
bringing solutions to market
- has knowledge and understanding of theories of innovation
- has an understanding of the elements of a business plan
- has knowledge of the theories and methods of project management
and is able to use them during a design project
Skills
- can formulate a purpose for a development project
- can synthesise ideas, concepts and detailed design
- can deliver and communicate a thorough design solution
- has the ability to select an appropriate business strategy for
a design solution, describe it in a business plan and evaluate the
solutions business potential
- is able to create an implementation plan for a design solution
with relation to the business related aspects of the
implementation
- can professionally pitch a business idea based on a design
solution
Competences
- can give a reflected criticism of others design work and
results
- can collaborate professionally with other stakeholders in
design processes and define own role in the work
- ability to use and implement innovation theory as an integrated
part of developing ideas and designing solutions
Type of instruction
Project assignment, carried out in groups of 2 to 5 students
within a theme relevant to one of the master themes. The project
should be planned in cooperation with a company or an
institution.
Exam
Exams
Name of exam | Exploring design and innovation possibilities |
Type of exam | Written and oral exam |
ECTS | 15 |
Permitted aids | |
Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
Type of grading | Internal examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |