Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• has knowledge about and understanding of the latest international research in the fields of sustainability, design and innovation
• has knowledge about how to critically assess knowledge and identify problems with regards to sustainability, design and innovation, within the chosen subject

Skills

• can frame a design assignment or a sustainability challenge using professional tools and methods
• can motivate choices of methods or/and theoretical approach behind the design project
• can select appropriate research-based knowledge for use in the design process and has awareness regarding their value and limitations
• can argue for a solution with regards to it business potential
• can analyse market conditions (users, technologies, competitors etc.) and describe how own solution will perform in this market
• can stage design and innovation processes
• can communicate design and design proposals in a professional manner

Competences

• is able to present the results of the project work in a project report and during an oral examination and argue for the approach taken and the results
• is able independently to manage a project from start to finish and reflect on the processes, theories, methods and tools used

Type of instruction

Project work with supervision, seminars, etc.

Exam

Exams